Why, when they look so pretty, do we mow our meadows in late-summer? Pete explains the importance of this traditional management for wildlife

With more time, and a clamouring for adventure, I’ve discovered that one of the most rewarding ways to visit a reserve is by walking to it.

With volunteer work parties cancelled for the time being but lockdown restrictions easing, Charlotte Karmali, volunteer warden at Finemere Wood, tells of being able to return to her haven.

While the world has been in lockdown, some essential work on our nature reserves has had to continue as Lucy explains.

How does a travel writer cope with lockdown? By looking at local nature reserves with fresh curiosity, and discovering a whole world of wonders in the process.

With volunteer work parties cancelled for the time being, Charlotte Karmali, volunteer warden at Finemere Wood, tells of life during the lockdown.

Charlotte Karmali brings the latest news from the volunteers at Finemere Wood.

Nature reserves on floodplains play an important role in preventing flooding downstream, as well as providing homes for wildlife

With nearly 90 nature reserves to choose from in our three counties, which are the best to visit this month?

The importance of Local Wildlife Sites