Kent Wildlife Trust carries out a host of conservation activities across the county with the help of volunteers and the support of members. We look after some of Kent's most iconic landscapes and protect and restore key habitats and species.
Kent Wildlife Trust works with local authorities, statutory agencies, landowners and other local partners to identify, manage and monitor highly valuable wildlife habitats as part of our Local Wildlife Sites programme. Local Wildlife Sites are often privately owned and so rely on our advice and support and the commitment of the landowners, farmers and volunteers who are prepared to carry out sensitive habitat management.
Our seas are home to an astonishing array of wildlife, but sadly it is under threat from a range of pressures like overfishing, pollution and offshore developments. A well-connected network of protected areas is needed to provide sanctuary and we're part of the campaign to complete the network of protected underwater areas to safeguard and connect our marine wildlife.
Roadside Nature Reserves can link existing wildlife areas, helping to reconnect and restore landscape so that wildlife is no longer struggling to survive in isolation. This supports a living landscape, which benefits both people and wildlife and makes nature more resilient to future change.
Margery Thomas, volunteer, has been writing articles about Hothfield Heathlands' flora and fauna since 2016. In this month's article, she reflects on some of August's sightings and recent updates.
Bridge and Patrixbourne CEP School's gold Wilder Kent Award is an impressive achievement, with 1,000+ trees planted, Forest School for every pupil, and biodiversity research presented at the Royal Society.
It's been a hot few months on Hothfield Heathlands! Long-time volunteer, Margery Thomas, reflects on recent work and sightings.
This guest blog is written by Rachel Rodwell, councillor and campaigner. She explores the growing fear many of us feel in relation to the destruction of our environment, and also the hope we must hold onto - which lies in the earth itself...
Discover 12 fun butterfly facts, from their life cycle to tasting with their feet. Learn why butterflies matter and how you can help.
Invicta Sun Club was awarded Gold in the Community Group category at the Kent Wilder Awards, recognising years of dedicated ecological and environmental work.
