A furry discovery in Lawrence Weston
A furry discovery at Lawrence Weston Moor
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Lawrence Weston Moor
Between Lawrence Weston and the M5 lies a little slice of history. Remnant countryside criss-crossed by rhines that are home to Bristol’s most endangered species, the water vole. Tune out of the roar of the motorway and you can forget all about the city, enjoying impressive old oak trees, ponds, and if you’re lucky the sight of a deer bounding through the long grass.
Weston Big Wood
Discover what makes Weston Big Wood nature reserve so special, read about Avon Wildlife Trust's future plans and the campaign to save Weston Big Wood from the pressures of development.
Uncertain Future for Local Wildlife Sites Highlighted in Darren Jones MP Visit to Lawrence Weston Moor
The future of Bristol’s Local Wildlife Sites and their lack of protection was under discussion this afternoon when Darren Jones, Bristol North West MP, visited Lawrence Weston Moor with Avon…
Weston Big Wood
Avon Wildlife Trust's Weston Big Wood nature reserve is a glorious nature-rich ancient woodland, with wood anemones, violets and masses of bluebells.
Weston Moor
A moor with three fields on the limestone ridge in Gordano Valley. Important for its breeding waders and rare plants.
Explore Weston Big Wood
Autumn is here. Time to wander in the wild and wonder at the changes. A wood is alive with seasonal transformation with leaves turning different colours and mysterious fungi emerging in autumnal…
It’s time to save Weston Big Wood, for good
Standing in the middle of Avon Wildlife Trust’s Weston Big Wood nature reserve brings a sense of peace, but years of ongoing threats from development continue to cause unease at the woodland edge…
What are Community Nature Reserves?
A Community Nature Reserve isn’t a traditional nature reserve, it’s a grassroots movement.
Reserves and Land Management
Our practical conservation volunteer groups carry out essential habitat management tasks for the benefit of local wildlife. Find out more.
Filming and photography at our nature reserves
Avon Wildlife Trust's nature reserves are an inspiring location for filming and photography. TV, media, and production companies can submit requests to film at our sites, which are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Avon Wildlife Trust supports Weston Big Wood campaign
Avon Wildlife Trust stands in support with the Save Weston Big Wood campaign, which is calling for the protection of this beautiful and unique site from the threat of development.