A new guide published by the RSPB and Barratt and David Wilson Homes shows how Nottinghamshire residents can turn balconies and gardens into sanctuaries for wildlife. The RSPB’s ‘Welcome Wildlife into Your World’ guide gives top tips and advice for bringing nature to your home, … [Read more...]
Lockdown helps city efforts to nurture bee friendly spaces
The council has a pledge to increase bee-friendly environments in all 20 city wards, and these efforts have been accelerated as a result of coronavirus restrictions. “Excuse the weeds, we’re feeding the bees” and “Nottingham Bee Friendly” signs have recently gone up on the city’s Ring Road to … [Read more...]
Nottingham to take part in International Nature Competition
Nottingham is taking part for the first time in the global City Nature Challenge and needs your help. The City Nature Challenge, taking place Friday 24th - Monday 27th April, is an annual event documenting nature and helping residents, nature enthusiasts and professionals alike to better … [Read more...]
Record year for wildlife volunteering in Rushcliffe
According to the 2017 Nature in Rushcliffe Report, a record 10,200 hours of volunteer time, valued at £192,000, were recorded last year and represent a phenomenal donation of time. The chances ever being able to fund anything even close to that level of activity makes you realise how … [Read more...]
Local woman turns her passion into a series of books
A local woman, who is passionate about wildlife, has written a series of books about animals with an aim to inspire children to read more. Victoria Harwood wants youngsters to enjoy reading and at the same time, understand the importance of looking after animals. She told The Local News: “It … [Read more...]
WILDLIFE GROUP GOES FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH
The Rushcliffe Wildlife Watch Group normally meets every second Saturday of each month at the education room in Rushcliffe Country Park. The group is part of the national Wildlife Watch, which is the junior branch of the Wildlife Trust’s and the UK’s leading environmental action club for kids … [Read more...]
WILDLIFE TRUST WORK ON FAIRHAM BROOK
Notts Wildlife Trust (NWT) is also carrying out enhancement work on Fairham Brook, the nature reserve on the south-eastern edge of Clifton. The site comprises areas of neutral grassland, remnant reedbeds and small ponds amongst areas of scrub woodland. Originally the land was frequently … [Read more...]