Reserves and Land Management
Our practical conservation volunteer groups carry out essential habitat management tasks for the benefit of local wildlife. Find out more.
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Flooding and Flood Management
Climate Change means that the risk from flooding is increasing. Learn about the types of floods that can occur and how natural flood management can be used to mitigate the impacts of flooding.
Land caddis
The land caddis is the only caddisfly in the UK to spend its entire time on land, with no stage in water. Look in oak leaf litter over winter to see the grainy cases of the larvae, in which they…
Celebrating wetlands – where land meets water
We may be a ‘wet’ nation, but wetlands – wildlife-rich, carbon-capturing oases – are in shorter supply than you might think. Wetlands have largely been removed from our landscape, and this loss is…
How are you helping to protect our land and sea?
In order to bring wildlife back across Avon and tackle the twin ecological and climate emergencies we are all facing, we need at least 1 in 4 people taking action. Let us know what you're doing to help local wildlife and see what others are doing across Avon.
Citizen scientists make a splash at the 2022 Land Yeo RiverBlitz
Data collected by local volunteers have provided a vital snapshot of the nutrient levels in the rivers, streams, ponds, lakes and ditch network across the North Somerset Levels and Moors.
The Wildlife Trusts launch £30 million appeal to kickstart nature’s recovery across 30% of land and sea by 2030
Today The Wildlife Trusts launch 30 by 30, a public appeal to raise £30 million to start putting nature into recovery across at least 30% of land and sea by 2030.
wood anemone
A spring delight, the wood anemone grows in dappled shade in ancient woodlands. Traditional management, such as coppicing, can help such flowers by opening up the woodland floor to sunlight.
My windswept lands
BBC presenter, Ben Garrod, loves Norfolk’s huge skies, breath-taking beauty and its untamed wild side. So much so he has become Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s first Ambassador, helping to inspire others…
How we manage natural landscapes
Managing Natural Landscapes - Avon Wildlife Trust manages nature reserves across the region, and looks after other land in partnership with farmers and landowners. From the rolling hills and valleys of the Mendips and Cotswolds, to the sweep of the Severn Estuary and its low-lying wetlands, our region’s landscapes are inspiring, varied and beautiful. And we’re working hard to help wildlife thrive in ancient woodlands, open wildflower grassland and coastal wetlands across Avon.
Autumn hay cutting – traditional skills in city spaces
Working in land management, I have developed a deep love for seasonality and the changes that come with it. At Avon Wildlife Trust, our work priorities change with this natural flux between the…
Grow Leader Course
Grow Leader is a journey in agroecological skills, personal growth & community leadership. The course combines between taught sessions and practical workdays, allowing time for integration and witnessing the seasonal changes on the land.
Through hands-on land management practice, personal reflection, and community building, you’ll gain both practical skills and transformative personal insight.
Through hands-on land management practice, personal reflection, and community building, you’ll gain both practical skills and transformative personal insight.