Coffee lovers drink to a wilder future
Wildlife lovers have even more reason to enjoy a take-away hot drink from Brockholes, as this week we have launched our brand new environmentally-friendly fresh coffee.
Wildlife lovers have even more reason to enjoy a take-away hot drink from Brockholes, as this week we have launched our brand new environmentally-friendly fresh coffee.
One of the few moths that fly in winter, often seen in car headlights.
Ever wondered where butterflies and moths go once summer is over? Discover the different ways these beautiful insects spend the winter months.
Strong winds and rain have been a feature of the last week or so at Brockholes, but there has been lots to see between squalls.
The Wildlife Trusts’ youth activism manager, Arran Wilson, draws on his background as a lecturer in zoology to explore what exactly hibernation is, and which animals rely on it to get through…
Winter in the North West is anything but lifeless, especially where birdlife is concerned. From flashy thrushes to peeping and piping waders, our winter birds are certainly blessed with northern…
December saw Brockholes Nature Reserve transform, as winter arrived with purpose. However, despite the notable change in weather conditions the reserve has consistently been awash with fascinating…
The bird cherry can be found in wet woodlands and along streams in upland areas, in particular. Its fragrant blossom appears in April and is followed by bitter, black fruits - good for wildlife,…
Duncan helps to manage the pockets of peatland at Bell Crag Flow, near Newcastle. The ancient landscapes that he works on are around 10,000 years old. These sites are great for wildlife but they…
From spring, look out for the beautiful, speckled gold-and-black breeding plumage of the golden plover. It can be found in its upland moorland breeding grounds from May to September, moving to…
The grey plover is similar to the golden plover, but as its name suggests, has a silver- and black-speckled back, rather than a gold one. It is only found at the coast and is mostly a winter…
Lots of bird activity around the reserve, wildflowers blooming and insect life to be investigated.