Arsonists destroy nature classroom
Vandals have destroyed an outdoor classroom which brought people with special needs closer to nature.
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Dog attack on livestock – a stark reminder
Yesterday, one of our conservation sheep suffered a horrific dog attack on one of the Wigan sites we work on. (Graphic imagery warning)
Wildlife needs Friends on Wigan beauty spot, Kirkless
One of the North West’s most interesting nature reserves is looking for new Friends.
Arson attack strikes Mere Sands Wood
One of Lancashire's most popular nature reserves has been hit by a cruel and pointless arson attack.
The beauty of bunds: Peatland restoration on Darwen Moor
Alex Hubberstey from the Lancashire Peat Partnership gives us a round up of the exciting work that’s been going on to restore one of our most iconic upland peatlands; Darwen Moor.
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Keep up-to-date on all the news from Lancashire Wildlife Trust, including visits, campaigns, latest sightings and so much more.
12 beautiful summer wildflowers to spot
Come rain or shine, summer wildflowers bring stunning colour and scent to parks, woodlands, coasts and meadows right across our region.
Sunfish
The ocean sunfish is the second largest bony fish on the planet and visits UK seas during the summer months to feast on jellyfish.
2-spot ladybird
A common ladybird, the black-on-red markings of the 2-spot Ladybird are familiar to many of us.
Playing hide and seek with hidden peat
The Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside is asking everyone to become a ‘Peat Inspector’ and get on the lookout for hidden peat.
7-spot ladybird
One of our most common ladybirds, the black-on-red markings of the 7-spot ladybird are very familiar. Ladybirds are a gardeners best friend as they eat insects that love to nibble on garden plants…
Spot the moths at Brockholes
Brockholes is buzzing with life already this summer and it has been such a thrill to watch the reserve as it has transitioned beautifully from season to season.