Learn more about the fabulous world of fungi and how they are an important part of our habitats here in Dorset.

Lyscombe nature reserve has officially been designated as a King's Series National Nature Reserve, recognising its national importance and marking a significant milestone for Dorset Wildlife…

Thanks to incredible community support, Dorset Wildlife Trust has taken the first steps in restoring a newly acquired area at the heart of Upton Heath, with volunteers coming together to remove…

Have you ever wondered what a month in the life of one of our grazing cows looks like? Well look no further!

Following an incredible show of community support, Chief Executive Brian Bleese shares how a piece of land at the heart of Upton Heath nature reserve was saved in just 21 days, and what this means…

Reserves Ecology Manager Steve Masters shares a behind-the-scenes look at an extraordinary year for dormice across our nature reserves. From record-breaking late-season numbers to bustling autumn…

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…

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…

As spring arrives, Dorset’s heathlands, including Upton Heath, become vital nesting grounds for some of our rarest birds, such as nightjars. Dr Lesley Haskins explains why following the Heathland…