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Protecting Dorset's heathland wildlife
With decades of experience studying Dorset’s heathland, Dr Lesley Haskins explains why heather habitats are so vital — and why ground nesting birds need our protection more than ever.
Get Dorset Buzzing named in top three best marketing campaigns
Dorset Wildlife Trust is delighted to announce that the Get Dorset Buzzing campaign has been named in the top three best marketing campaigns in the Garden Centre Association’s (GCA) prestigious…
Thank you for your donation to our Marine Protection Appeal
Thank you for your donation to our Marine Protection Appeal
Give our seas better protection - HPMAs
Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) would offer the best possible protections for our seas. These areas will give nature the best chance to recover by banning development, fishing and other pressures. Good for nature, good for people and good for the climate, too! The Government is asking for public views on five proposed sites – help us fight for all five sites to be designated using our simple form.
Disappointment over Rejection of Chalk Stream Protection
In our latest blog, Dorset Wildlife Trust's Chief Executive, Brian Bleese shares his disappointment over the government's recent decision to reject an amendment to the Planning and…
Dorset Wildlife Trust launches urgent campaign to save Upton Heath
A key parcel of land at the heart of Upton Heath is set to be sold by auction, putting one of the UK’s largest remaining areas of precious lowland heathland at risk.
Dorset Wildlife Trust offers 25% off Life Membership to celebrate biggest ever campaign
To celebrate Dorset Wildlife Trust’s biggest ever campaign, Get Dorset Buzzing, the wildlife charity is offering 25% off life membership prices until the end of October.
Protect wildlife and wild places
Find out what Dorset Wildlife Trust is doing to protect wildlife and wild places in Dorset.
Wildlife
Information on the UK's wildlife and habitats - from birds, bees and dragonflies to wildflowers and ancient trees.
How to make a hedge for wildlife
Hedges provide important shelter and protection for wildlife, particularly nesting birds and hibernating insects.
Wildlife Advice
Find out what to do if you find injured wildlife, a marine stranding or discover a wildlife crime.