Heathland and moorland
These wild, open landscapes stretch over large areas and are most often found in uplands. Although slow to awaken in spring, by late summer heathland can be an eye-catching purple haze of heather…
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Bird ID Course: Heathland
Learn about 3 amazing birds to spot in Dorset's heathland this spring
Helping wildlife in hot weather
As the temperature rises, so does the pressure on our garden wildlife. Here's 3 easy things you can do to give them a hand during hot weather.
Help wildlife in the hot weather
Help wildlife in hot weather and lend a helping hand. Keep your watering stations topped up with water, and let some of your garden grow wild to provide shade for animals.
Heathland and mire restoration at Tadnoll & Winfrith nature reserves
This winter Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) will be undertaking heathland and mire restoration at Tadnoll and Winfrith nature reserves as part of a large-scale restoration project. The project,…
New training opportunity to look after heathland in Dorset
Supported by funding from the Magnox Ltd Socio-economic Scheme, Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) is delighted to announce the launch of a three-year Heathland Heritage Traineeship programme.
Wildfire on Upton Heath highlights extreme fire risk to Dorset’s heathlands and wildlife
A major wildfire broke out on Upton Heath last week, underlining the extreme fire risk currently threatening Dorset’s heathlands due to prolonged dry weather.
2023: A Wild Year
As we reach the end of another wild year at Dorset Wildlife Trust, it's the perfect time to reflect on the incredible work and achievements made possible by your support over the past twelve…
Lowland dry acid grassland
Sprinkled with diminutive, short-living flowers in spring and parched dry by July, this is a habitat of heathlands, coastal grasslands and ancient parkland.
News, blogs & email updates
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News from Brownsea Island
Re-opening the hides and the reserve, welcoming groups of visitors and keeping a close eye on the island's thriving wildlife, Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Poole Harbour Reserves Manager, Luke…
News from Brownsea Island - November/December
The island may have closed to visitors for the winter but it's been a busy time for the Brownsea team and the volunteers with the Countryside Stewardship work taking place to restore the…