Species Survival Fund (SSF) Project Assistant, Lydia Gill, tells us about some of the smaller species found at our Lyscombe nature reserve.

Butterflies are one of our most beloved insects, bringing joy to gardens and green spaces with their whimsical beauty. In our latest blog, Lyscombe Ranger Ben Atkinson talks about some of the…

Of all the wildflowers, it is orchids that seem to cause the most excitement. The combination of their unusual and beautiful flowers, along with their scarcity, means that when you spot one, it…

Monday 2 June - Sunday 8 June 2025 is Volunteers' Week, a chance to recognise, celebrate and thank volunteers for all they contribute to our local communities, the voluntary sector, and…

Following on from our previous blog about the ongoing works at Lyscombe nature reserve, Senior Heritage Planner Emily Taylor is back with an update from the team in relation to the ongoing…

In March 2024 Dorset Wildlife Trust and Natural England purchased Lyscombe Farm – a 335 hectare landholding of upland chalk grassland, scrub, ancient woodland and meadow in the Dorset National…

Since the acquisition of Lyscombe almost a year ago, Dorset Wildlife Trust has embarked on an ambitious journey to transform Lyscombe into an inspirational National Nature Reserve teeming with…