European hare feeding in a field, Berkshire. Picture: Bertie Gregory/2020VISION
Members
Welcome to the BBOWT members' page
You help us to protect some incredible places across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. We want to share some of the sights and experiences that - without your support - probably wouldn't exist!
Events for new members
These special, free events are our way of saying 'thank you' for your generous support of BBOWT. Places are limited so book today to avoid disappointment!
Cholsey Marsh by Jim Asher
Cholsey Marsh (guided walk and talk) - Monday 7 July, 10am-12:30pm
Join us for a wonderful new members' event at Cholsey Marsh, a tranquil riverside marsh with great crested grebe, warblers and a colony of the nationally rare Desmoulin's whorl snail.
We will meet at Cholsey Great Hall before departing on a guided walk of the Marsh. After the event, we invite you to join us for a talk from BBOWT's own Phil Bruss at the Great Hall with refreshments.
Nature Discovery Centre - Saturday 20 September, 10am-12pm
Join us at the final new members' event of the year which will take us on a guided walk around the beautiful Nature Discovery Centre. The NDC is surrounded by a mosaic of habitats with fantastic wildlife to see all year around.
Our walk leader will be Ailsa Claybourn who has led many events at the NDC, including the ever-popular Birds and a Brew events. This is a unique opportunity to hear from Ailsa and experience her expertise for yourself. This walk will be followed by refreshments at the café, and a chance to chat to other members.
What your membership means for wildlife...
Watch Estelle Bailey, BBOWT's Chief Executive, introduce some of the projects made possible with your support.
AGM and BBOWT Awards 2024
Watch the full livestream of our AGM and Photography Competition/Volunteer Awards, held at Radley College in October 2024.
Special offers for supporters of BBOWT
NatureBureau
Save 10% on NatureBureau’s range of wildlife guides and books and they’ll give BBOWT a further 25%!
Order online using code BBOWT10.
Finches on a busy feeder by Gillian Day
Vine House Farm
Get your bird food from Vine House Farm and help BBOWT at the same time. The Watts family, who run the Lincolnshire Fens farm are dedicated to managing their land in a wildlife-friendly way. As much bird food as possible is grown in the local area and packaged on-site.
Enter BBOWTNM10 at the checkout to get 10% off your first order.
Order online or phone 01775 630208
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Ecotricity
Sign up for green electricity or gas from renewable energy company Ecotricity and you’ll benefit BBOWT as well as the environment! Switch to Ecotricity and they will donate up to £60 to us – it’s as easy as that.
Hosehill Lake by Adrian Wallington
The Fox and Hounds, Theale
The Fox and Hounds in Theale (opposite Hosehill Lake Nature Reserve) is kindly offering BBOWT members 15% off their delicious food and drink. Call the pub on 01189 302295 for further information.
Terms and Conditions apply.
A Welcome to Wildlife
A Welcome to Wildlife magazine is a warm welcome to new members. Find out about all the wonderful things you help us to do!
Our membership team answers your questions
Have you got a question about your membership? Click below to find answers to our most frequently asked questions.
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Our wildlife is in decline. If you love wildlife and wild places, and want to help nature recover then please join us. We can’t do it alone. The vital work that BBOWT does for nature depends on the support of people like you who care about the future of our local wildlife. Support your local wildlife by giving just £5 a month.
by Jon Hawkins - Surrey Hills Photography
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