Winter woodland management
Winter, for many, is a season of preparation for the year ahead, of drawing inward. Outside, the earth draws inward too, bedding down to preserve its energy for the warmer days. It may come as no…
Blog: Nature Reserves
What is a Nature Hero?
This COP28 season, we want to celebrate those on the ground who are doing their part in fighting the climate and nature crises.
These Nature Heroes, those individuals or groups based in Kent who are taking action for nature, are also inspiring those around them to make an impact.
Over the next few weeks, we'll be introducing you to a range of Nature Heroes across Kent, from our very own Kent Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers to wildlife champions we work with across the county.
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Restoring Bogs and Peatland
Ian Rickards, Area Manager for Kent Wildlife Trust explains why there is some dramatic work currently being undertaken at Hothfield Heathlands Nature Reserve.
Seven wildlife spectacles to see this winter in Kent
Now winter has drawn in, seeking out wildlife spectacles may seem strange. However, nature does not take a hiatus during the colder months, and the winter landscape is teeming with remarkable…
Bridging the gap
Helen Pitman, Wilder Blean Landscape Development Manager shares a trip to the Netherlands in September to learn how the Dutch have tackled the challenge of providing space for nature in a crowded…
Pigs, excavators and rain
Margery Thomas describes a rainy November at Hothfield Heathland as pigs have been introduced and work is being done to make the bog areas more resilient to drier months.
My day with Sir David
Mollie Amor describes her memorable day meeting Sir David Attenborough and the Planet Earth III crew at Downe Bank Nature Reserve.
Top nature nightmares revealed by Kent Wildlife Trust
From the phantom plate smasher of Bluebell Hill to the camping fires that put wildlife at risk at Blean Woods, the thoughtless actions of a minority are a source of horror among staff and…
Our family visit to Holborough Marshes Nature Reserve
Paul Jobling, Membership Acquisition and Retention Manager at Kent Wildlife Trust, shares a trip that him and his family took to Holborough Marshes Nature Reserve.
Our top five walks in Kent
Aimee Howe takes you through some of the most stunning Kent landscapes in her top 5 walks. This list includes an accessible trail.
Pigs and winter work at Hothfield Heathlands
Margery Thomas, volunteer at Hothfield Heathlands is back to talk about the importance of using pigs in conservation.