Connecting people with nature
We aim to Inspire people and communities to learn about, value and act for wildlife and Dorset’s wild places. Our ambition is that 1 in 4 people in Dorset are involved with nature.
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Annual Review 2023 - Making a difference for wildlife and people
A year of opportunities and challenges, our Annual Review looks back at our achievements in 2023 and the progress we have made towards achieving our 'Wilder Dorset by 2030' goals.
Annual Review 2024 - Making a difference for wildlife and people
A year of opportunities and challenges, our Annual Review looks back at our achievements in 2024 and the progress we have made towards achieving our 'Wilder Dorset by 2030' goals.
Urban Green project engaging young people
An important aim of the Urban Green project is to engage people of all ages and backgrounds in conservation-led initiatives. In recent months, we have been working with two groups of young people…
Dorset Wildlife Trust urges people to take action for nature now
New UK Government targets could mean less wildlife for future generations - the government consultation on the Environment Act is due to close on 27 June and Dorset Wildlife Trust is urging…
Big Give for Wild Brownsea: Connecting people with nature
From 18-25 April, we are fundraising to support our vital work to give more people the opportunity to get involved in the conservation work and experience the incredible wildlife on Brownsea…
New project promotes ‘Natural Sparkle’ for people in Dorset
Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) has launched an exciting new health and wellbeing project, ‘Natural Sparkle’. Supported by Southern Co-op, the project aims to provide a suite of nature-based…
Chief Exec's blog: Connecting people with nature
Nature’s recovery is vital for everyone, and we all have a role to play in making sure that we can deliver and benefit from a Wilder Dorset.
Young people connect with nature at Love Your Heath event on Upton Heath
Young people gathered on Upton Heath yesterday for Love Your Heath, a day of discovery, creativity, and community rooted in the unique heathland landscape of Dorset.
Wildlife
Information on the UK's wildlife and habitats - from birds, bees and dragonflies to wildflowers and ancient trees.
Sea the connection: National Marine Week 2024 will map people’s love of UK seas
Dorset Wildlife Trust is encouraging everyone to join in with their annual celebration of the sea which runs from Saturday 27 July – Sunday 11 August.
Sculpture by the Lakes donates proceeds from Open Day to Dorset Wildlife Trust
Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) is delighted to announce that on Friday 19th July, Sculpture by the Lakes in Pallington, near Dorchester, will be donating its entrance fees to DWT to help continue…