Blast from the past: Bat watching then and now
Back in the 1990s, Lapwing magazine encouraged readers to look more closely at bats darting through the dusk sky. From tiny pipistrelles to sleek noctules, these night-time hunters captured…
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Common darter by Alan Wright
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Blast from the past: Red squirrels in the North West
In this special blog we revisit a 1995 Lapwing article: exploring how red squirrel conservation began and how Lancashire Wildlife Trust is still protecting reds today — from caring for Houdini the…
Blast from the Past: A lifeline for our native bees
In this special blog, we revisit a 1998 Lapwing article to explore how even the smallest garden can become a vital refuge for native bees — from early spring queens to solitary species, and the…
Supporter Story - My Wild Garden supporters
Across Lancashire, Manchester, and North Merseyside, gardens are becoming sanctuaries for nature. From balconies to backyards, supporters are planting wildflowers, building ponds, and letting…
Blast from the past: Mere Sands Wood - then and now
In this 'Blast from the past' blog, we revisit a 1999 issue of Lapwing magazine to see how Mere Sands Wood has changed over the years. From thriving wildlife to new visitor facilities,…
Meet our Big Wild Walkers
Our staff are taking on the Big Wild Walk fundraising challenge, from the 23rd October to the 3rd November, and are sharing how they connect with nature on their walks and wildlife they have seen…
Supporter Story - Conservation team take on Morecambe Bay
Walking 9 miles along Morecambe Bay from Arnside to Grange Lorna, Fiona, Danny and Becky took on a fundraising challenge to Step Up for Wildlife!
Supporter Story - Rory's Kingfisher Trail Fundraiser
Rory and his dog Cooper raised £229 walking the Kingfisher Trail from Phillips Park in Bury to Jumbles Reservoir in Bolton to support the Lancashire Wildlife Trust.