As we enter into April, spring is in full swing. The clocks have sprung forward and we are now able to enjoy some longer and lighter evenings. Here are some of our favourite spring sights to look…

Last week, we said goodbye to the difficult month of January. Although winter might be still with us for a while yet, last week I was walking home and had to stop in my tracks. There was something…

Butterfly expert Alan Sumnall offers a thorough guide to one of our most enchanting groups of butterflies – the blues.

Though it might not feel like it with the flurry of snow we’ve had this week, spring is just around the corner, and with it brings a host of glorious nature and wildlife to reawaken our senses and…

Spring is a time of fresh starts and new beginnings, with life literally bursting up around us – and this year the arrival of the warmer weather feels more welcome than ever. As we rejoice in the…

Hello, my name is Alex and I’m so pleased to join Avon Wildlife Trust as the new Learning Development Officer - just as the natural world is beginning to erupt for Spring and Summer, yippee! I’m…

As the days grow noticeably longer and we become increasingly impatient for the warmth of the sun to return, the strong-willed snowdrop is rising from the frosted ground, signalling that winter is…

With the sunlight stronger and the hours of daylight longer spring is often the best time of the year to spot some of our elusive bird life. Even more so now, as the world has become a little…

Time spent in nature can help lift our spirits and brighten our days - here are a few signs of spring to look out for in your garden or local area during this difficult period.

Common indicators of spring include the first tender green spikes of bluebells, the drooping lime green hazel catkins and the melodious morning melee of the dawn chorus.

In amongst this…