Coastal
Coastal habitats are found wherever the land meets the sea. With some 17,800km, the UK has one of the longest national coastlines in Europe. The coast is home to many habitats, with cliffs, rocky…
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Volunteer recruitment at Dorset Wildlife Trust’s coastal centres.
Dorset Wildlife Trust is appealing for local people, aged 18 and over, to help with its wildlife conservation work in the Isle of Purbeck, Weymouth, and Portland areas. New recruits are needed to…
Wildlife
Information on the UK's wildlife and habitats - from birds, bees and dragonflies to wildflowers and ancient trees.
How to make a coastal garden
Coastal gardening can be a challenge, but with the right plants in the right place, your garden and its wildlife visitors can thrive.
Wildlife Advice
Find out what to do if you find injured wildlife, a marine stranding or discover a wildlife crime.
Shop for wildlife
Shop for wildlife with Dorset Wildlife Trust. Your purchase will help to fund vital conservation work across Dorset.
Water for wildlife
Like us, insects, birds, amphibians, and mammals all need water to survive. So, whether you have a patio or balcony, an allotment, or garden, it is important to leave water for wildlife. In this…
Volunteering at Coastal Centres
Volunteers play a huge role in helping us to tell the community about the work that we do.
Bird ID Course: Coastal
Learn about 3 amazing birds to spot on Dorset's coast this spring
Hibernation – wildlife’s winter survival strategy
The Wildlife Trusts’ youth activism manager, Arran Wilson, draws on his background as a lecturer in zoology to explore what exactly hibernation is, and which animals rely on it to get through…
Wildlife Photography Exhibition
A captivating selection of wildlife photos entered into Dorset Wildlife Trust’s 2025 photography exhibition, highlighting the extraordinary talent and creativity of local photographers. View the…
Help wildlife in the cold
The colder months can be a tough time for wildlife, food is scarce and hibernators are looking for shelter. That's why we’ve put together our top tips for maintaining your garden for wildlife…