Behind the Scenes in Lou’s Secret Garden
We get a glimpse into Lou's incredible wildlife garden, which was recently featured on Sir David Attenborough's Secret Garden series for the BBC.
Blog: Sir David Attenborough
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The day Sir David Attenborough visited Avon Wildlife Trust
Ahead of Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday on 8th May 2026, we're reaching into our archives to retell the story of his first visit to Avon Wildlife Trust in 1985.
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