Rearing red squirrels
Staff from the Lancashire Wildlife Trust have had a flurry of fluffy activity this summer, raising four orphaned red squirrels to get them ready for life in the wild. Our guest blogger and red…
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Red Squirrels
With their distinctive russet fur, tufted ears and twitching tail, a red squirrel is a captivating sight.
Red squirrels
We are working to save the red squirrel from the brink of local extinction. Read all about our conservation measures and successes.
My discovery
Look – a boatman! Keira’s delight in learning about unusual creatures is even more special when she can find them herself.
Red squirrel sightings form
We are working to save the red squirrel from the brink of local extinction. Please report your sightings of red and grey squirrels in your area. This will help us to accurately map the distribution of both species throughout the project area.
A red squirrel’s guide to gardening
As spring draws closer, join Heather Harris in discovering how a few thoughtful choices can transform your garden into a sanctuary for red squirrels and the wildlife that depends on it.
Golden discovery on Winmarleigh Moss
Golden bog moss has been discovered on Lancashire's Winmarleigh Moss for the first time in 150 years!
Red squirrel
Red squirrels are native to the UK but are a lot rarer than their grey cousins. They live in a few special places across the UK thanks to reintroduction projects.
Grey squirrel
The grey squirrel was introduced into the UK in the 1800s. It provides an easy encounter with wildlife for many people, but can be damaging to woodlands and has contributed to the decline of the…
Squirrel Conservation FAQ
Learn more about red squirrel conservation and how we protect these threatened mammals.
A picture built over time: red squirrels in Gatehouse of Fleet
Dr Peter Garson from Gatehouse Squirrel Group shares insights from nearly a decade of careful observation and community-led conservation in southwest Scotland. This case study highlights how long-…
Blast from the past: Red squirrels in the North West
In this special blog we revisit a 1995 Lapwing article: exploring how red squirrel conservation began and how Lancashire Wildlife Trust is still protecting reds today — from caring for Houdini the…