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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Protecting Nottinghamshire’s Wilder Wetlands
Our vital wetlands are at risk, but you can help!
Wetlands for Wildlife in Nottinghamshire
You helped us raise £45,000 to reverse the decline of Nottinghamshire's vital wetlands
Celebrating wetlands – where land meets water
We may be a ‘wet’ nation, but wetlands – wildlife-rich, carbon-capturing oases – are in shorter supply than you might think. Wetlands have largely been removed from our landscape, and this loss is…
Working with farmers - wetland
Wetland areas can include ponds and scrapes, shallow pools of water required for wading birds who feed in the shallows.
What is regenerative farming?
Ever wondered what regenerative farming is and how it compares to other farming approaches? Vicki Hird, The Wildlife Trusts’ new strategic lead on agriculture, looks at this farming buzzword and…
What is a Nudibranch?
Nudibranchs, also known as sea slugs, are much like their land-based relatives that you may spot in your garden. But, unlike your regular garden slug, the nudibranch can incorporate the stinging…
What we do
A summary of the work Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust does to protect and promote wildlife across the county
Two pairs of avocets confirmed to have bred at Nottinghamshire wetland reserve
Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust has today confirmed that two pairs of avocets have bred at Besthorpe Nature Reserve, one of the wetland nature reserves which are the focus for the charity’s current…
Wetland Chicks Quiz
Can you guess which species these birds are, just from images of their chicks?
30 Days Wild News Article
National nature challenge breaks record as over 350,000 people take part in 30 Days Wild
Change what you eat
Eat more plant-based foods, reduce your food waste and buy local produce to shrink your environmental footprint.