Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge
Take on a challenge along the stunning Jurassic Coast and make every step count in protecting Dorset's wildlife.
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Celebrate National Marine Weeks on the Dorset coast
We're inviting everyone to enjoy and explore the amazing array of marine wildlife along the Dorset coast this summer. With special events planned to celebrate National Marine Weeks from 24…
Take the helm - surveying cetaceans along the south coast
In June 2025, a team from Dorset Wildlife Trust staff joined forces with the University of Plymouth to carry out a five-day visual and acoustic survey for cetaceans along the south coast of…
Rare pygmy sperm whale discovered on Dorset coast
Dorset Wildlife Trust were alerted to the unfortunate dead-stranding of a very rare animal on Hive Beach in West Dorset on Friday 10 December. The pygmy sperm whale washed ashore on Thursday and…
The Fine Foundation Wild Seas Centre
Dorset Wildlife Trust's marine wildlife centre is situated in Kimmeridge Bay on a beautiful stretch of Dorset's Jurassic Coast. Come and enjoy the Interactive displays, aquaria, gift…
Dorset Jellyfish
Discover the amazing jellyfish found off the Dorset coast
Bird ID Course: Coastal
Learn about 3 amazing birds to spot on Dorset's coast this spring
Wildflower ID Course: Coastal
Head to the coast and see if you can spot these colourful resilient flowers!
European otter
The sinuous otter is an excellent swimmer and can be seen hunting in wetlands, rivers and along the coast - try the west coast of Scotland, West Wales, the West Country or East Anglia for the best…
My internship
I'm Katie, a Biological Sciences undergraduate with the University of Liverpool and a volunteer with the Somerset Wildlife Trust. Later this year I will also be undertaking an internship with…
Dorset Wildlife Trust cruise ship anchoring report reveals seabed damage
A report carried out by Dorset Wildlife Trust earlier this year has revealed the impact of large cruise ships mooring for long periods off the coast of Dorset due to Covid-19.
Annual General Meeting 2025
We invite our members to join us online for our AGM. This is your opportunity to hear about what your support has achieved in the last year, our plans for the future and to ask questions of our staff and trustees.