Dorset Wildlife Trust

David Parkyn

Bring Beavers Back to Dorset

Join us for this exclusive online talk about the return of beavers to our local aquatic landscape from Rivers Conservation Officer, Steve Oliver, and Gen Crisford, Project Officer for Beavers and Wetlands for the National Trust.

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Become a member (https://www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/become-member)

Make a donation (https://www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/support-us/donations-and-appeals)

Volunteer portal (https://dorsetwt.teamkinetic.co.uk/)

Championing Dorset's wildlife

For over 60 years, Dorset Wildlife Trust has protected the county’s wildlife and wild places - from re-introducing rare species such as beaver and ladybird spider to protecting iconic landscapes like Kingcombe and our precious heathlands. With the support of our 27,000 members, dedicated volunteers, and partners, we care for 42 nature reserves, manage four visitor centres and work with local landowners and conservation partners across Dorset to restore and protect nature for future generations.

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Landscape shot of Upton Heath with purple and yellow gorse and trees in the distance

Urgent Appeal

Save Upton Heath

A central piece of Upton Heath is up for auction. Donate today to protect this precious heathland.

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Let's make Dorset a wilder place

As Dorset's largest nature conservation charity, we protect and restore habitats across the county. Our strategy, A Wilder Dorset by 2030, sets out how we are making more space for wildlife to adapt and thrive, while inspiring everyone in Dorset to take action on their patch to make a difference to nature's recovery.

Find out more about A Wilder Dorset by 2030

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Celebration and commemoration giving

Choose from a leaf or bird on our beautiful Memory Tree on Brownsea Island, or a plaque on our stunning boardwalk at the Fine Foundation Wild Chesil Centre.

Celebrate or commemorate a loved one

Hazel dormouse in hand as part of a dormouse survey

Steve Masters / Hazel dormouse in the hand as part of a dormouse survey at Powerstock Common

Read our blogs

Read about the latest news, conservation projects and wildlife wins in our regular blog posts.

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James Burland / Girl dressed as a butterfly

Do you remember a wilder Dorset?

Leave a gift in your will to support local wildlife and landscapes, and ensure a wilder future for generations to enjoy.

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