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.
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A year of guided Wildflower Walks at Brockholes: month by month
Since the start of 2024, Andrew Robinson has been leading free monthly wildflower walks at Brockholes, sharing the beauty and secrets of the blooming landscape with curious visitors. Here he…
My discovery
Look – a boatman! Keira’s delight in learning about unusual creatures is even more special when she can find them herself.
Golden discovery on Winmarleigh Moss
Golden bog moss has been discovered on Lancashire's Winmarleigh Moss for the first time in 150 years!
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.
Exciting improvement works at Mere Sands Wood
We’re thrilled to share some fantastic news! Our recent improvement works at Mere Sands Wood are now complete.
Exciting new plans to reconnect Manchester with its urban wildlife
We've unveiled exciting new plans to help transform Manchester into a wildlife-rich city.
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…
Education Centres
Visit some of the region's best nature reserves and allow our education team to inspire your class about the natural world.
In a flap over buzzards
Is there any record of buzzards causing road accidents, simply because I get really excited when I see one flying over the motorway.
Cycling at Brockholes
Brockholes is a fantastic venue that any keen cyclist can enjoy. The Preston Guild Wheel cycle route runs through the heart of the nature reserve, providing a safe and scenic cycle route from the centre of Preston.