News

  • Exploring nature through the Kestrel Award

    15 May 2023

    Exploring nature through the Kestrel Award

    William has recently completed his Kestrel Award. Discover why William loves nature and what is amazing video about his Kestrel Award

     
  • The Amberley EcoFair

    13 May 2023

    The Amberley EcoFair

    The Amberley EcoFair on June 10, supported by Sussex Wildlife Trust has a range of activities promoting the welfare and conservation of our natural world and ecology including talks and stalls.

     
  • Defend Nature – government U-turn a step in the right direction?

    11 May 2023

    Defend Nature – government U-turn a step in the right direction?

    EU laws will no longer be scrapped by the end of 2023 but the controversial REUL Bill remains a threat.

     
  • Nature and kindness

    10 May 2023

    Nature and kindness

    Nature has the power to make us feel happy and boost our health and wellbeing, just by being there.

     
  • Hedges - more than just a boundary

    09 May 2023

    Hedges - more than just a boundary

    Hedges provide more than just shelter for livestock, food for wildlife, carbon storage, corridors for species to move between habitats and an important habitat.

     
  • How can I encourage bees?

    09 May 2023

    How can I encourage bees?

    WildCall Officer, Andy Fry answers the question: I’d like to encourage bees, I’ve grown lots of flowers for them but is there anything else I can do?

     
  • Behind the Lens with Lisa Saw

    08 May 2023

    Behind the Lens with Lisa Saw

    Dance teacher Lisa Saw tells us about her love of wildlife photography and shares her favourite images

     
  • What should I do if I find a baby bird on the ground?

    06 May 2023

    What should I do if I find a baby bird on the ground?

    Andy Fry gives advice on what to do if you find a baby bird on the ground

     
  • Sussex Art Fair 2023

    05 May 2023

    Sussex Art Fair 2023

    Attention art lovers and supporters of Sussex Wildlife Trust. If you’re looking for a chance to enjoy original artworks created by both established and emerging artists while also supporting a good cause, make sure to visit the Sussex Art Fair

     

Around Sussex

  • Corona Wildlife Diary: Day Five

    22 March 2020

    Corona Wildlife Diary: Day Five

    A guided tour of the garden

     
  • Corona Wildlife Diary: Day Four

    21 March 2020

    Corona Wildlife Diary: Day Four

    The plants in my garden are beginning to bloom and, as it’s still a bit early for many pollinating insects, some of our first flowers are banking on the breeze to spread the love.

     
  • Corona Wildlife Diary: Day Three

    20 March 2020

    Corona Wildlife Diary: Day Three

    Just as I was returning to the kitchen I heard a Great Spotted Woodpecker drumming loudly from way across the road on an oak tree in a neighbour’s garden.

     
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