Kingcombe Meadows
Gateway to the Kingcombe National Nature Reserve (KNNR), Kingcombe Meadows offers the opportunity to step back in time on a traditional working farm complete with flower rich grassland, ancient…
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Wildlife Walks at Kingcombe Meadows
Discover the changing seasons at Kingcombe Meadows National Nature Reserve on this series of monthly guided wildlife walks throughout 2026.
Coronation Meadow at Kingcombe
As we prepare to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III, it seems appropriate to reflect on the King's own initiative in 2013 to restore wildflower meadows in honour of the 60th…
Kingcombe Meadows & Powerstock Common designated as England’s newest National Nature Reserve
More than 30 years after a national campaign to save ‘the farm that time forgot’, Kingcombe Meadows has been recognised as a gold-standard haven for wildlife, as it is declared England’s newest…
Bug Hunting at Kingcombe Meadows
Come & explore the fascinating world of minibeasts in the meadows at Kingcombe Visitor Centre this Easter holiday.
A shameful step back for nature as UK Government pushes through damaging Planning and Infrastructure Bill
Despite valiant efforts by nature champions in the House of Lords, last night saw the Government bulldoze the wildlife-harming Planning & Infrastructure Bill through its last remaining hurdles…
Owls and Owl Pellets at Kingcombe Meadows
Explore the fascinating world of owls by examining the pellets they cough up which contain the bones and feathers of their prey.
Water for Wildlife: Pond creation and river restoration at Kingcombe Meadows
At Kingcombe National Nature Reserve, Dorset Wildlife Trust is restoring the River Hooke and creating new ponds to bring life back to this precious chalk stream landscape. From re-meandering the…
Mini Meadows
Would you like a lawn full of flowers and insect life? The Mini Meadows download will help you to do just that.
Nature and wellbeing
Improve your health and wellbeing through nature
Kingcombe's Wild Energy Project Report
A project update for everyone who donated to Kingcombe's Wild Energy Appeal in 2022
Lorton Meadows
A haven of peaceful green meadows, hedgerows and woodland, this nature reserve offers a chance to experience some fabulous wildlife right in the middle of town.