Carnivorous plants on the rise at Cannon Hill
At Dorset Wildlife Trust, we are extremely lucky to be supported by many passionate and knowledgeable volunteers, amongst them local botanist Daniel Holloway, who checked in on the Cannon Hill…
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The People's Emergency Briefing: A call to action for nature, climate and our future
A call to action for nature, climate and our future. Dorset Wildlife Trust Chief Executive Brian Bleese attends local screenings of The People's Emergency Briefing, and tells us why it is so…
Lyscombe: Helping nature take the lead
From the return of Adonis blue butterflies to the creation of new wetlands, there's plenty happening at Lyscombe National Nature Reserve as we take exciting steps towards a wilder future for…
Yellow rattle: enhancing our grasslands
Want to encourage more wildflowers in your grassland? Discover how yellow rattle can help suppress vigorous grasses and create space for wildflowers to thrive, alongside practical advice on…
Wilder Communities: Why the South Coast Marine Recovery Programme is so important
Our seas are facing growing pressures, from bottom trawling and overfishing to pollution and disturbance. So how can we turn the tide and give marine wildlife the chance to recover?
Fabulous Fungi - Celebrating UK Fungus Day 2026
Learn more about the fabulous world of fungi and how they are an important part of our habitats here in Dorset.
Lyscombe becomes a National Nature Reserve
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…
Giant house spiders: the misunderstood autumn visitors
These unexpected house guests can cause a bit of surprise. But if you take the time to look a little closer, there's a lot to love about them.
How nature can help answer the drought and wildfire challenge
As Dorset faces hotter, drier summers alongside more frequent extreme weather events, the need to build resilience into our landscapes has never been greater. Nature-based solutions are…
Clearing the Way for 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…