About
Short-eared owl by Ben Hall/2020VISION
We stand up for wildlife.
We are the only voluntary organisation in the region concerned with all aspects of nature conservation. Our three counties have suffered from 70 years of habitat destruction. We can help nature recover, but we rely on the support of our members to create an environment rich in wildlife, valued by all.
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Who we are
The Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust (BBOWT) is one of 46 Wildlife Trusts working across the UK. Since 1959 we have worked with local people to make Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire rich in wildlife and protect special places for generations to come.
Our team of 150 staff is supported by 1,800 volunteers, who work together to help nature's recovery. We are governed by our Board of Trustees, who oversee the governance and strategic leadership of the Trust. We receive no core governmental funding: our work is made possible by the generosity of our members and other supporters.
What we do
Our vision is an environment rich in wildlife, valued by all. Our mission is to create a Living Landscape across our towns, cities and countryside, and inspire our communities to act for nature. Find out more about our work below.
Water vole by Terry Whittaker/2020VISION
Wildlife conservation
We work to give wildlife a helping hand across the three counties. This includes monitoring species and running projects to support declining species such as water voles, and threatened habitats such as chalk grassland.
Sydlings Copse by Andy Fairbairn
Nature reserves
We look after more than 80 nature reserves spanning more than 2,500 hectares. Our nature reserves are central to our work to secure a better future for wildlife.
Greenham Common by James Osmond
Living Landscapes
We work with other landowners to create Living Landscapes for the benefit of wildlife and people. Large-scale projects bring large-scale benefits for wildlife.
Badger vaccination by Tom Marshall
Nature matters
We run campaigns to save precious habitats and vulnerable species. We work with politicians, planners and members of the public to make sure nature's value is recognised, and to influence policy and decisions affecting wildlife.
Hedgehog by Tom Marshall
Wildlife and planning
We offer advice to individuals, planners, developers and landowners about how to protect and enhance gardens and habitats for wildlife. Our advice has influenced more than 3,000 hectares of land for the benefit of wildlife.
Find out more about our work
Watch highlights from our work last year, or keep up to date by reading our news, blogs and publications.
Highlights of our year 2019-20
Read our latest blogs
Family activity: how to go stream dipping
Ever wondered what species you might find in a stream? Join Susan to find out!
Join the search for the year's first bee-flies
BBOWT volunteer recorder, Sue Taylor takes a closer look some of the first insects of the year, distinctly furry little flies
Ramblings from Finemere Wood
Who are the volunteers who keep Finemere Wood as a haven for wildlife, and why do they volunteer for BBOWT? Charlotte introduces you to…
News about our work
The Wildlife Trusts explore legal challenge to Government decision to allow emergency use of neonicotinoid
Emergency authorisation was refused in 2018 – what’s changed?
Bad news for bees: Government reverses ban on bee-killing neonicotinoids
The Government has bowed to pressure from the National Farmers Union and agreed to authorise the use of the highly damaging…
Airport expansion plans deemed ‘legal’
The Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust is disappointed at the Supreme Court’s ruling on 16th December, overturning a Court of Appeal…
Join in with our work
As a voluntary organisation, we rely on the support of our members and volunteers to help us protect wildlife in our area. Find out how you can join in.
Being accountable
Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust is registered with the Fundraising Regulator. We have made a public Promise to adhere to best practice, honesty, transparency, clarity and accountability in all fundraising activity, enabling you to give with confidence.
If you have any concerns about the way we fundraise, we encourage you to get in touch with your feedback. Please do so by contacting George Murray, Head of Marketing at the Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust. Read our Complaints Procedure here. If we cannot resolve your complaint, we accept the authority of the the Fundraising Regulator to make a final adjudication.