Wetlands
Teeming with insects, rich in plants and a haven for mammals, wetlands offer an unforgettable experience. They play a vital role in supporting wildlife, purifying water and capturing carbon.
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Water vole by Terry Whittaker/2020VISION
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Rivers
From otters to freshwater shrimps, all animals are dependant on an abundant and reliable supply of clean water. Rivers sustain the natural environment, wildlife and people in equal measure.
Chalk rivers
Cool, crystal-clear waters flow over gravelly beds, streaming through white-flowered water-crowfoot and watercress in serene lowland landscapes.
Celebrating wetlands – where land meets water
The Wildlife Trust's Water Policy Manager, Ali Morse explains the importance of wetlands for wildlife and people
Wildlife habitats at risk as HS2 digs deep into Calvert Jubilee nature reserve
HS2, the high speed railway through Buckinghamshire, will put at risk the habitats of black hairstreak butterflies and turtle doves, and could prevent visitors from enjoying a circular walk around…
Wildlife groups take action for water voles on the River Misbourne
The River Misbourne in south Buckinghamshire is being transformed into a wildlife-friendly habitat, thanks to the Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust working with the Wild Trout Trust,…
Rishi Sunak is putting our rivers at risk
Prime Minister considers scrapping legal protections in order to build more homes.
Rocky habitat
Rocky habitats are some of the most natural and untouched places in the UK. Often high up in the hills and hard to reach, they are havens for some of our rarest wildlife.
Duxford Habitat Bank
Duxford Habitat Bank, adjacent to Chimney Meadows Nature Reserve in Oxfordshire, will improve flood regulation, erosion protection, carbon storage, and create a haven for wetland wildlife.
Chimney Meadows Wetland Restoration Project Updates
Find the latest updates on our exciting wetland restoration project covering part of Chimney Meadows Nature Reserve. This project will improve the river for fish, make wetland habitats for breeding birds, and reconnect the river to its floodplains.
Habitat banking
How to deliver biodiversity net gain and to create habitat banks to create huge new spaces for nature.
BBOWT reserve gets £260,000 to regenerate habitats
New trees will be planted and new pond created with funding from National Highways.