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Seeds Scattered to Create Wild Flower Meadows in Cornwall

The National Trust organized an event at Lanhydrock, a grand estate above the River Fowey, to launch a three-year project aimed at creating 250 hectares (617 acres) of wildflower meadows across Cornwall. This initiative is part of a broader effort to combat the UK-wide decline in this species-rich habitat. Participants,… Read more »

Beavers Return to the Wild to Boost Biodiversity

Scientists believe that beavers, with their ability to restore and nurture ecosystems, could significantly contribute to biodiversity and climate change mitigation. However, concerns have arisen that a government initiative to reintroduce beavers in England is facing delays and lack of action from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs… Read more »

Canals: A National Success Story Under Threat

The restoration of Britain’s extensive canal network, saved from closures decades ago, has become a remarkable success story, turning once-polluted waterways into vibrant urban oases. Otters, kingfishers, and dragonflies now inhabit Birmingham’s canals, while Manchester’s water routes trace the roots of the Industrial Revolution. Volunteers’ efforts in rescuing and regenerating… Read more »