A rewilding initiative at Wild Woodbury in Dorset has yielded promising results with the resurgence of several bird species facing critical declines. Seven birds classified on the Conservation Concern Red List have been observed at this 170-hectare site, including the nightingale, greenfinch, grey partridge, marsh tit, skylark, nightjar, and tree… Read more »
Reducing plastic usage is crucial for several reasons. In the UK alone, we use a staggering 13 billion plastic bottles annually, with only around half of them being recycled, leaving 7.7 billion unrecycled. Plastic bottles currently constitute approximately a third of all plastic pollution in the sea, taking an astonishing… Read more »
Climate Change and British Wildlife (British Wildlife Collection) Hardcover In this thought-provoking book, Trevor Beebee delves into the intricate relationship between climate change and British wildlife. The changing climate is undeniably impacting the country’s ecosystems, and Beebee provides a comprehensive overview of its effects on plants, fungi, and animals. He explores… Read more »
Saltmarsh (British Wildlife Collection) Hardcover Clive Chatters delves into the fascinating world of saltmarshes in this volume of the British Wildlife Collection. Saltmarshes, often enigmatic and remote, occupy a unique space between land and sea. Chatters’ exploration of these habitats reveals their ecological, biological, geological, and historical significance. From Tadpole Shrimps… Read more »
Looking for a nature friendly little project for your garden or outside space? Try creating a mini-wetland! WWT (Wildfowl and Wetland Trust) are the UK’s leading wetland conservation charity – and they have some great ideas on anybody can help bring a little bit of wetland into your garden –… Read more »
Making leaf mold is a simple and rewarding process that allows you to turn fallen leaves into a valuable resource for your garden. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to make leaf mold: Materials Needed: Steps: Tips: Making leaf mold is a sustainable way to recycle organic matter and enhance… Read more »
Over 70 dedicated volunteers joined forces on Victoria Road Beach in Formby, Merseyside, for a coastal cleanup aimed at preventing litter from reaching the ocean. Organized by the Marine Conservation Society as part of the Beachwatch scheme, the initiative has successfully removed approximately five tonnes of rubbish from the beach… Read more »
RHS Step-by-Step Veg Patch: A Foolproof Guide to Every Stage of Growing Fruit and Veg (Hardcover) This comprehensive gardening guide is a perfect resource for individuals with limited gardening space but big aspirations for their vegetable gardens. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, this book equips you with… Read more »
RHS How to Garden the Low-carbon Way: The Steps You Can Take to Help Combat Climate Change (Paperback) This book addresses the environmental impact of gardening and offers practical solutions to make your gardening practices more eco-friendly. It tackles questions about using potting compost, selecting plants that absorb pollution, and finding… Read more »
The Climate Change Garden, UPDATED EDITION: Down to Earth Advice for Growing a Resilient Garden (Paperback) In this comprehensive guide for gardeners worldwide, you’ll discover how to adapt your garden to thrive in the face of increasingly erratic weather patterns and other consequences of our rapidly changing climate. Traditional gardening methods… Read more »