Every raindrop has a silver lining on the moss
A flooded field, a large pool formed and, finding this to its liking, along came a little egret, on Day Nine of #12DaysWild
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International Bog Day 2022
Every year International Bog Day gives us the chance to celebrate all of our precious peatlands. Find out what we're up to here in Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside.
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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.
Every garden counts
No matter how big or small, every garden can make a real difference for wildlife. Discover our range of free resources full of tips and inspiration for simple ways to make your space more wildlife-friendly!
Bog asphodel
The yellow, star-like flowers of bog asphodel brighten up our peat bogs, damp heaths and moors in early summer, attracting a range of pollinating insects.
Raised bog
Unlike blanket bog, which smothers vast tracts of the uplands, raised bogs are discrete entities, often individually named, and are mostly found within agricultural landscapes in the lowlands.
Blanket bog
Bleak, treeless and often shrouded in low cloud, blanket bog can seem a desolate habitat. However, the wildness of the huge, empty landscapes and wide skies are compelling, as is the chance of…
The bird with the stars in its feathers
Our volunteer, David Merry, has a special place in his heart for starlings. Read all about why he thinks these beautiful birds need more recognition.
Nature reserve to share its secrets
One of Britain’s youngest nature reserves is growing up and is ready to share its secrets.
Bog bush-cricket
This scarce bush-cricket can be found on the boggy parts of heathlands.
Can you grow lettuce on a bog?
Our Rindle wetter farming trial has just been planted up with this years crop of celery and lettuce. But how do you grow crops on a peat bog, and why would you even try?
How to make a bog garden
Instead of draining, make the waterlogged or boggy bits of garden work for nature, and provide a valuable habitat.