Young girl bird watching © David Tipling/2020VISION
Things to do
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Get involved with great activities around Dorset or in your back garden. You can discover more with our ideas below or visit our friends the Dorset Local Nature Partnership for wellbeing activities here.
People taking part in a coastal foraging walk on the shore at Lyme Regis, UK, Feb 2011. During the walk, run by Dorset-based Fraser Christian, participants are taught about the edible plants, seaweed and shellfish that can be collected from the shore. Model released. - Toby Roxburgh/2020VISION
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Wildlife Events
Come along to any of our wildlife events, and learn more about the amazing wildlife around you.
Brownsea early bird walk and breakfast
The Dorset Wildlife Trust and the National Trust have partnered together to offer you an opportunity to enjoy the island and its…
West Fleet Walk with a warden
Join the Chesil & Fleet nature reserve warden for a guided walk along the Fleet Lagoon shore to discover the wildlife and history of…
Artists Workshop at Lorton Meadows
Calling all budding botany artists. Join us for the first Lorton Meadows Artists Workshop. Led by renowned local artists, Sally Pinhey…
Brownsea supper and safari
Every Thursday through June, meet some of Brownsea's more elusive wildlife. The National Trust have teamed up with the Dorset…
Bluebell Community Woodland Celebration Day
Join us for a morning story walk and a demonstration of traditional wood crafting techniques from the Dorset Coppicing Group, and an…
Botanical walk on Brownsea Island
Join our expert botanist for a guided flora walk on Brownsea Island.
Ways you can help wildlife
How to attract butterflies to your garden
Provide food for caterpillars and choose nectar-rich plants for butterflies and you’ll have a colourful, fluttering display in your…
How to create a mini pond
Even a small pond can be home to an interesting range of wildlife, including damsel and dragonflies, frogs and newts.
Do a litter pick or beach clean!
Be a wildlife saviour and do a litter pick or beach clean!
How to build a bug mansion
Build your own bug mansion and attract a multitude of creepy crawlies to your garden.
How to feed birds in your garden
Find out how to attract birds into your garden all year round.
How to build a bat box
Build your own bat box and give a bat a safe place to roost.
