Closure due to Flooding
Heavy rain, brought about by Storm Ciarán has caused the closure of Durham Wildlife Trust headquarters on Thursday 2nd November - Saturday 4th November 2023 with flood waters causing ponds on site…
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Two Little Owl chicks sitting on a branch. Credit: Hilary Chambers
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Thank you Rainton Meadows donation
Thank you for your donation towards Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve.
New reedbed for Rainton Meadows
A new reedbed creation project is taking place at Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve, funded by Biffa Award.
Rainton Meadows Visitor Centre
Rainton Meadows Visitor Centre is set within 100 hectares of woodland, wetland and grassland habitats, all of which are linked through an excellent network of accessible pathways and viewing areas.
Shop our new Rainton Meadows Merchandise!
Browse brand new Rainton Meadows gifts - now available in the Rainton Meadows shop and online.
Rainton Meadows
A good birdwatching site with over 200 species of birds
Winter wander at Rainton Meadows
Join us for a guided walk around Rainton Meadows to survey the wide range of things with wings this summer.
Thank you Rainton Meadows appeal donation
Thank you for your donation to our Rainton Meadows appeal.
Construction group lends a DIY hand to refurbish bird hide
The bird hide at Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve has been refurbished, thanks to the support of business group Bowmer and Kirkland.
Rainton Meadows: flooded drive, 18/11
Access to Rainton Meadows is limited due to flooding.
Flock joins the Rainton Meadows grazing team
We have some new additions to Rainton Meadows. A flock of 30 to be precise.
Improving the access at Derwent Reservoir Bird Hide
Our Heart of Durham volunteer team spent a day improving access to nature for visitors to Derwent Reservoir bird hide.