Learn more about the wildlife and wild places in Kent and beyond.
The annual pinnacle of Kent Wildlife Trust’s ‘Wilder Volunteering Recognition Programme’ is the Wilder Kent Volunteer Awards that we are proud to host in partnership with the Marsh Charitable Trust.
Hothfield's evening bat and amphibian walk revealed pipistrelles, newts, and a nightingale's song, while rare heath spotted and Southern marsh orchids bloom in the reserve's acid bogs.
Indicator species can provide valuable insights into the environmental conditions of a particular area. Learn more about them and what they mean...
Meet the bison rangers of the Wilder Blean Project who care for the bison and more! This project is the first of its kind in the UK, introducing European bison to an ancient woodland to restore natural processes. The bison rangers are out on site every day with a diverse role, from fixing fences and leading tours to ecological monitoring and welfare checking all the animals.
Eighteen months ago, I swapped city life in London for the Kent coast, and it has been one of the best decisions I've made for connecting with nature...
Hothfield Heathlands is abuzz with life in June! In the sky, on the ground, above the water, and under the surface - the reserve is busy, and so are our volunteers.
a:dress is a creative, community‑led initiative working to slow down fast fashion at a local level. Learn more about what they've been up to and how KWT has been involved!
Lady orchids blooming in well-managed coppice woodland. Tucked-away chalk grasslands where rare monkey orchids thrive. The fantastic mimicry of bee orchids next to cowslips and marjoram. This is Kent at its best!
