Carnivores bite back on the moss
In a quiet corner of a North West nature reserve, carnivores are devouring their prey.
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Lost carnivores return to Winmarleigh Moss
Carnivorous sundews plants have been reintroduced to Winmarleigh Moss in Lancashire, after habitat destruction caused them to disappear over 100 years ago.
My discovery
Look – a boatman! Keira’s delight in learning about unusual creatures is even more special when she can find them herself.
Five aquatic carnivores to rival Jaws
These pond predators don't mess about!
Golden discovery on Winmarleigh Moss
Golden bog moss has been discovered on Lancashire's Winmarleigh Moss for the first time in 150 years!
Vital funding secured for the ‘discovery’ of North West’s peatlands
Peatlands across Lancashire, Cumbria and Greater Manchester will be identified and investigated thanks to thousands of pounds of ‘discovery’ funding from the Government’s Nature for Climate…
Growing carnivorous plants
One of the largest costs to upland peatland restoration is the purchase of plug plants, most often sphagnum mosses due to the number needed to restore habitats. Back in 2024 Lancashire Wildlife…
Educational Visits at Bolton Environmental Resource Centre
Bolton Environmental Resource Centre sits on the edge of Seven Acres Local Nature Reserve, making it a fantastic setting for children to explore the natural world. There is an array of habitats to explore, including wildflower meadows, heathland, hedgerows, wetlands, woodland and Bradshaw Brook running through.
Construction begins on new Learning Centre at Lunt Meadows
After many years of planning, the construction of a brand-new Learning Centre is finally underway at Lunt Meadows Nature Reserve in Sefton, Merseyside.
Job centre attendees offered wellbeing at Brockholes
Brockholes Nature Reserve, a surprisingly serene spot despite it’s proximity to the M6, is a draw for many people whether or not they are avid wildlife watchers and birders.
As well as the…
Education Centres
Visit some of the region's best nature reserves and allow our education team to inspire your class about the natural world.
Marvellous mustelids
Mammal expert Stuart Edmunds introduces this incredible collection of carnivores.