Protecting wildlife across the North West
Thanks to the support of our members, volunteers and supporters we are able to give wildlife a voice, protect wild spaces and enthuse the next generation with nature across Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside.
Latest news from the North West
Nature is the prescription for mental health
Lancashire is leading the way when it comes to prescribing nature to help deal with mental health issues.
Call for green prescribing to become widespread
New report reveals that prescribing nature is excellent value for money.
Sir David Attenborough joins the call for a Nature Recovery Network
Sir David Attenborough, president emeritus of The Wildlife Trusts, appears in our new short film to provide answers to the State of…
Campaign for a Wilder Future
The systems and laws that should be keeping nature healthy are failing – both for wildlife and for people. The natural world is in a critical condition, but together we can put it into recovery.
WildNet - Tom Marshall
When was the last time you saw a hedgehog?
We want to know how well our spikey friends are faring in Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside. We'd love it if you could fill in the short form on the link to tell us when you last saw a hedgehog in our region.
As a thank you, we'll send you a handy guide to small but powerful changes you can make for local hogs where you live.
Find a reserve or event nearby
Our most popular nature reserves
Jay by Mark Hamblin/2020VISION
Species to discover in autumn
As the golden glow of autumn sets fiery leaves alight, nature shows no sign of slowing down. Berries burst forth from the bushes, birds and mammals gorge on the autumn bounty and summer migrants leave for Africa, making way for must-see winter birds. It’s time to wrap up and start exploring.
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The Wildlife Trusts play a very important part in protecting our natural heritage. I would encourage anyone who cares about wildlife to join them.