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The new boss at Dorset Wildlife Trust’s flagship Kingcombe Centre plans to open people’s eyes to the world of nature in west Dorset.

Autumn and winter are the ideal time to discover what the storms have washed in to Dorset’s beaches, revealing what’s going on along the coasts and out to sea in the world of marine wildlife. Free event at Chesil Cove 16th October.

Protection for Studland Bay’s wildlife gets the support of most visiting boat users, according to a new study.  The Studland Seagrass and Seahorse Project Report, produced by Dorset Wildlife Trust with funding from Natural England, reveals that the majority of boat owners visiting the popular anchorage are keen to preserve its habitat and wildlife.

This month we have a Great Dorset Seafood inspired recipe from our Kingcombe centre for you to enjoy.

A series of free artists’ talks about the new artworks they are creating at Powerstock Common begins on 23 October with a talk by artist filmmaker Anna Lucas.

Fintastic news as Dorset Wildlife Trust is celebrating European Shark Week this October.

Wildlife is finding a much-needed haven in churchyards across the county, as revealed by the results of this year’s Living Churchyard Competition.

While the internet carries the reputation of keeping our children indoors, Dorset Wildlife Trust is inspiring them to get back out into the wild through the use of social networks like Facebook and Twitter.

Nature never stops, so Dorset Wildlife Trust is inviting you to warm up this winter by keeping busy out in the wild, volunteering at Lorton Meadows Nature Reserve.

It’s time to rediscover apples this autumn, according to Dorset Wildlife Trust.  Apple Day at Broad Oak Community Orchard on 2nd October is a chance to celebrate a fruit that is being recognised as a delicious part of our culinary heritage and landscape.