Viper's-bugloss
The upright, blue flower spikes of Viper's-bugloss can be spotted on chalk grassland, sand dunes, cliffs and banks. Its spotted stem is thought to resemble a viper.
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The Lookout opens on Brownsea Island offering stunning views of the Lagoon
The Fine Foundation Lookout, our new state-of-the-art wildlife observatory with spectacular views across the Lagoon opens for visitors to Brownsea Island from Saturday 15 March 2025.
Take a virtual tour with Dorset Wildlife Trust
As we all stay at home and practice social distancing to help stop the spread of Covid-19, DWT is pleased to be able to bring some of its nature reserves to your living room through Google Virtual…
European otter
The sinuous otter is an excellent swimmer and can be seen hunting in wetlands, rivers and along the coast - try the west coast of Scotland, West Wales, the West Country or East Anglia for the best…
Climate emergency
Find out Dorset Wildlife Trust's view on the climate emergency and what we are doing to help wildlife
My observatory
Bill has spent much of his life on Hampstead Heath. Although he feels like he's miles away from anywhere, a break in the trees offers one of the best views of London City - when it's…
Thank you for completing our Butterfly Survey
Thank you for completing our Survey. Your views are crucial - they will ensure we are working to protect the wildlife and wild places that matter to you.
Thank you for completing our Wildlife Survey
Thank you for completing our Survey. Your views are crucial - they will ensure we are working to protect the wildlife and wild places that matter to you.
Holway Woods
A mixture of mature woodland, offering superb views of south Somerset
Give our seas better protection - HPMAs
Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) would offer the best possible protections for our seas. These areas will give nature the best chance to recover by banning development, fishing and other pressures. Good for nature, good for people and good for the climate, too! The Government is asking for public views on five proposed sites – help us fight for all five sites to be designated using our simple form.
Fontmell Down
A rare chance to see stunning displays of chalk downland flowers and butterflies with stunning views over the Blackmore Vale.
Stonehill Down
High on the chalk ridge in the Isle of Purbeck, this chalk downland reserve has far-reaching views across to Poole Harbour.