Westfield Pasture
An important component of the Tyne Valley Wildlife Corridor with a variety of wildflowers and birds.
The neutral grassland has an abundance of wildflowers including meadowseet and spotted…
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Two Little Owl chicks sitting on a branch. Credit: Hilary Chambers
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A mindful walk in nature at Low Barns Nature Reserve
So many of us found a new or deeper connection with nature, landscape and season during the last lockdown. As we enter another lockdown, take a walk with me around Low Barns Nature Reserve.
Lowland meadow and pasture
Generally found as part of lowland farms or nature reserves, these small, flower-rich fields are at their best in midsummer when the plethora of flowers and insects is a delight. Tiny reminders of…
Fungi Foray at Low Barns Nature Reserve
Come along to Low Barns Nature Reserve and Visitor Centre this autumn to discover the fascinating world of fungi...
Purple moor-grass and rush pasture
This distinctive type of damp pasture is generally found on commons, as a component of lowland fen, or in undeveloped corners of otherwise intensively farmed landscapes.
Wildlife Trust launches appeal to secure future of nature reserve
A WILDLIFE charity has launched the most ambitious fundraising appeal in its history to secure the future of a North-East nature reserve.
Fundraisers smash target to secure future of nature reserve – but appeal goes on
AN ambitious fundraising appeal to secure the future of a North East nature reserve has smashed its target after an “incredible” public response.
Wildlife Trust to extend nature reserve after appeal success
The future of one of the North East’s most important nature reserves has been secured thanks to the “overwhelming” response to a fundraising appeal.
A raft of work at Shibdon Pond Nature Reserve
Thanks to the support of The Daniell Trust, there are a number of improvements underway at Shibdon Pond.
Wild yoga at Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve
Join Roy Moor for Wild Yoga, outside at Rainton Meadows. *Please note, this is not a Durham Wildlife Trust event.
Wild yoga at Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve
Join Roy Moor for Wild Yoga, outside at Rainton Meadows. *Please note, this is not a Durham Wildlife Trust event.
Rush Pasture Habitats and their importance for water voles
While upland rush pasture looks vastly different from ‘ideal’ water vole habitat, it is nevertheless vital to their continued presence in the North East. Read all about this important habitat in…