Julie Hatcher
Adopt a seahorse
Give the perfect eco-friendly gift this Christmas and choose from a Dorset seahorse, seal, hedgehog, beaver, barn owl or red squirrel digital adoption pack.
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.
Jo Hackman Photography
Beaver updates
Would you like to learn more about the ever-changing Dorset Beaver Project site, and discover the remarkable adaptations, anatomy and behaviour of beavers? Sign up for exclusive updates and receive the latest news and insights straight to your inbox.
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.
Luke Massey/2020VISION
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.
Steve Masters / Hazel dormouse in the hand as part of a dormouse survey at Powerstock Common
A Wild Year in Dorset
From habitat restoration to inspiring people-powered conservation across Dorset, there were so many wild wins in 2025. Take a look at some of the highlights.
Give a wild gift this Christmas
From our beautifully designed clothing range to wildlife-themed courses at Kingcombe Visitor Centre - Dorset Wildlife Trust has you covered this Christmas!
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Jon Hawkins Surrey Hills Photography / Long-tailed tit
Have you seen a long-tailed tit?
Find out more about our Species of the Month and let us know if you've seen any.
Woodland (veteran trees) in Dorset © Ross Hoddinott/2020VISION
Protect the wildlife you love in Dorset
Leave Dorset's wildlife a gift in your will.
News
Wild Woodbury brings community together for a day to celebrate nature and rewilding
Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Wild Woodbury nature reserve near Bere Regis welcomed residents, volunteers, and local VIPs to celebrate nature…
Call-out for volunteers at Dorset Wildlife Trust's visitor centres
Dorset Wildlife Trust is looking for keen volunteers to join their friendly teams at The Fine Foundation Wild Chesil Centre, Portland,…
Nature is good for business
At the recent 'Sustainability in action: A Dorset Businesss & Nature Collaboration' event, Dorset Wildlife Trust brought…
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