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What is an indicator species?

Indicator species can provide valuable insights into the environmental conditions of a particular area. Learn more about them and what they mean...

Southern marsh bog

July on Hothfield Heathlands: Orchids & bats

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.

Margery Thomas

Volunteer spotlight: Margery Thomas

This year marks 10 years since Margery Thomas began volunteering at Hothfield Heathlands. Since 2016, she's written monthly articles on the reserve's flora and fauna, bringing readers into the heart of the heathlands through rich, observant writing, whatever the season. Here we chat with Margery about her decade with us.