Supporter Story - Matthew's fundraising trek
Walking across the UK from one coastline in the west, to another in the east is a challenge that most would only dream of doing- but that is exactly what Matthew Pennington did this summer, all in…
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Cross Hill Quarry Local Nature Reserve
Wildlife and wildflowers have reclaimed this former quarry in the heart of the Ribble Valley.
Salthill Quarry Local Nature Reserve
Soak up rainbow-bright wildflowers, skittering butterflies and beautiful birds on-high.
Damage to precious wildflowers at Cross Hill Quarry nature reserve
Cross Hill Quarry nature reserve has seen an area of its precious wildflower meadow dug up to create jumps for mountain bikes.
Swift
Swifts spend most of their lives flying – even sleeping, eating and drinking – only ever landing to nest. They like to nest in older buildings in small holes in roof spaces.
How to build a swift box
Swifts like to leave their nests by dropping into the air from the entrance. This is why they often choose to set up camp in the eaves of buildings. If you have a wall that's at least five…
Louise takes swift action to help endangered birds in Bolton and Bury
Swifts are now on the Amber List of endangered birds, but thankfully, a fantastic local group is working to reverse their decline in our region.
Action for Insects: Why insects matter
Insects are everywhere, often overlooked, but playing vital roles in almost every ecosystem. Let the Wildlife Trust's Tom Hibbert introduce you to some of the miniature miracle-workers that…
Prince Harry visits Brockholes
His Royal Highness Prince Harry went down to the woods today and had a wonderful surprise when he met young people on the Myplace project at Brockholes.
Fascinating facts about swifts and how you can help them
How well do you know the UK’s swifts? Here are some fascinating facts about our swooping summer visitors.
Why nature's recovery matters
Guest blogger, Caitlin Thomas, investigates nature's recovery in the UK.
Clitheroe nature reserve threatened due to repeated damage to precious wildflowers
An area of important wildflower grassland at Cross Hill Quarry nature reserve has been severely damaged after being repeatedly dug up to create jumps for mountain bikes.