Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Managing Nature Reserves, running nature recovery projects and connecting people with nature across Herefordshire.
- Next week: our Ross-on-Wye branch group will welcome our new CEO Saul Herbert at their next meeting.
- Reposted by Herefordshire Wildlife TrustOur #SevernTreescapes team had a great day out looking at how to plan & plant an orchard thx to funding from @ptes-org.bsky.social & Better Future Renewables 🙏🌳🍎🍐🍒 Severn Treescapes is a partnership with @gloswildlife.bsky.social & @herefordshirewt.bsky.social
- 🎉Saul Herbert joined the Trust on the first of January 2026 as our new CEO. He brings a wealth of experience from the conservation sector and we're thrilled to welcome him to the team: www.herefordshirewt.org/news/saul-he...
- Our Severn Treescapes Project is happy to announce our third season of orchard workshops. Booking: www.eventbrite.com/cc/orchard-w... / severntreescapes@gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk Funded by the The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Wye Valley Farming in Protected Landscapes.
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- Make an end-of-year donation of what you would have spent on Christmas cards and stamps via #DontSendMeACard and send up to x100 Christmas e-cards in support of Herefordshire Wildlife Trust! 🎄❤️ 👉 www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
- 🚨A nightmare before Christmas for nature. The UK Government plans to weaken BNG and water down Habitats Regulations - putting wildlife and National Parks at risk. Find out more www.wildlifetrusts.org/news/nightmare-christmas-worst-environmental-regression-decades-looms
- Unwrap a WILD winter! #12DaysWild is back and sign-up is now open ❄️🦌✨ We’re challenging you to experience the magic of nature every day from Dec 25th until Jan 5th. Join us and make your winter wonderfully whimsical 👉 www.wildlifetrusts.org/12dayswild
- Reposted by Herefordshire Wildlife TrustProductive landscapes that contain plenty of trees can also reap rewards for wildlife. See how one farmer is transforming her land, working with #SevernTreescapes. Severn Treescapes is a National Lottery Heritage Fund funded partnership with @worcswt.bsky.social and @herefordshirewt.bsky.social
- Reposted by Herefordshire Wildlife TrustOur #SevernTreescapes team works with land managers to plant trees in places that are right for their land. This #NationalTreeWeek, see how one farmer is adding lines of trees to shelter crops from the wind & creating ponds to hold water 🌳 @gloswildlife.bsky.social & @herefordshirewt.bsky.social
- Reposted by Herefordshire Wildlife TrustWant to know more about the importance of hedgerows as well as get involved with planting up a hedge and timber coppice? Then join our #SevernTreescapes team next Thursday for a hedgerow and coppice workshop near Grafton Flyford. Find out more 👇 www.worcswildlifetrust.co.uk/events/2025-...
- *Queenswood Café & Visitor Centre Closed Thursday 13th November* The woodlands, arboretum, playground and toilets all open as usual.
- Thanks for coming and helping to manage this special little nature reserve 💚
- A fun day coppicing in the dingle with @herefordshirewt.bsky.social volunteers. Very satisfying work! 💪
- www.herefordtimes.com/news/2558102... 🤞 Fingers crossed that plans are not now taken forward and this threat to the historic Lugg Meadows is over. 👏 Fantastic effort from the local community and supporters from across the country who opposed the development.
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- Reposted by Herefordshire Wildlife TrustJoin our #SevernTreescapes colleagues for a Pie & Pint evening in Ledbury on 4 Nov for farmers, landowners & managers who care about the health of the River Leadon, its tributaries & the wildlife it supports www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pie-pint-r... @gloswildlife.bsky.social @herefordshirewt.bsky.social
- The Lugg Meadows SSSI are one Hereford's true treasures where curlew and skylark, reed bunting, snake’s head fritillaries and narrow-leaved water-dropwort, clutch to a disappearing world. Today these meadows are under threat. Please help: www.herefordshirewt.org/news/lugg-me...
- *Find out all about Riverfly Surveying this Saturday!* All ages very welcome (under 18s must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times!) Full details and to reserve a FREE place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/riverfly-s...
- Reposted by Herefordshire Wildlife TrustA magnificent crack willow, found in boggy corner whilst hunting for glacial ponds in @herefordshirewt.bsky.social Sturts reserve. Name is not a drug reference (though willows are valued for their pain-relieving properties), but for its habit of splitting and developing deep cracks.
- Do you want to do more for nature but unsure where to start? Maybe you just need some additional support or advice? We want to hear your views to help us shape how we support and collaborate with communities over the next few years. 👉 us1.list-manage.com/survey?u=38f...
- Reposted by Herefordshire Wildlife TrustSmall but enthusiastic turnout at Bartonsham Meadows yesterday. Highlight for me was the yellow form of Deuterosminthurus pallipes (a globular springtail) @herefordshirewt.bsky.social
- A lovely morning spent carrying out riverfly monitoring by a cool, shady stream. A great way to check on the health of a stream or river and be alerted to any pollution incidents. Part of the Wye Adapt to Climate Change project, supported by funding from the National Lottery Community Fund
- Today is the LAST DAY when you can join Herefordshire Wildlife Trust and get 15 months of membership for the price of 12! 👉https://www.herefordshirewt.org/join-herefordshire-wildlife-trust-today-and-get-3-months-free
- Reposted by Herefordshire Wildlife TrustAnother date for your diaries. We will be there to identify stuff! @herefordshirewt.bsky.social
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- Great to see the Wyescapes project - in which we're a partner - feature on BBC Midlands Today last night! www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...
- A fantastic opportunity to lead Herefordshire Wildlife Trust's Nature Recovery Team! Head of Nature Recovery Closing date: Tuesday 29 July 2025 Salary: £45,000 Find out more 👉 Head to our website
- Did you know we now have an #AbilitySwing at Queenswood Country Park which can accommodate a wheelchair? Everyone child deserves the right to play, even big ones like Steve (pictured)! This just is one improvement from our Accessible Queenswood project: www.herefordshirewt.org/blog/sarah-k...
- To enable us to graze areas of Bartonsham Meadows (to create a mosaic of habitats for wildlife) new fencing will be installed this month. Some paths will no longer be accessible but there will still be extensive access to the majority of the site. More at: www.herefordshirewt.org/news/restori...
- Reposted by Herefordshire Wildlife TrustA great afternoon in Hereford this Saturday. Just turn up! @herefordshirewt.bsky.social @yourherefordshire.co.uk @hfdsgreennetwork.bsky.social @here
- A lovely nature reserve tucked away in the village of Llangrove - managed by a fantastic local team of dedicated volunteers! #ActionForNature #TeamWilder
- Some highlights from Tretawdy Farm this morning: Ruby-tailed wasp, slow worm, small skipper & common spotted orchid. A very underrated HWT reserve: it’s messiness makes it excellent for invertebrates, reptiles and mammals. @herefordshirewt.bsky.social
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- Reposted by Herefordshire Wildlife TrustHad some fantastic insect records on @herefordshirewt.bsky.social surveys in the Black Mountain fringes, all locally scarce: Dark green fritillary, small pearl-bordered fritillary, golden-ringed dragonfly and emperor moth @savebutterflies.bsky.social
- Gorgeous photos steve!
- Morning stroll in the stunning wildflower meadow at The Parks Nature Reserve @herefordshirewt.bsky.social
- Heading into the weekend like...
- We're recruiting! www.herefordshirewt.org/jobs/head-fi...
- Places still available on Sunday's workshop: Spring Nature Photography at the wildflower meadows at Birches Farm near Kington with experienced photographer and nature lover, Julian John. www.herefordshirewt.org/eventbrite.c...
- Our seas need real protection ❌No more destructive fishing in Marine Protected Areas. ❌No more bottom trawling — a method that drags heavy nets and chains across the sea floor, destroying vital marine habitats. It's time to ban this destruction. 👉 wtru.st/save-our-seas
- Reposted by Herefordshire Wildlife TrustThis was nice to see yesterday - more please Herefordshire Council! @herefordshirewt.bsky.social @plantlifeuk.bsky.social #Herefordshire
- Reposted by Herefordshire Wildlife TrustI visited @herefordshirewt.bsky.social Bodenham Lake Nature Reserve this morning with the idea of photographing birds. Instead, I was utterly beguiled by Beautiful Demoiselles, including this stunning male #herefordshire #nature #wildlife #photography
- What an exciting morning at the Malvern Show! We are lucky enough to be the charity partner for the Biosis: Mode of Life garden designed by The Humble-Bee Gardeners who were presented with Best Show Garden, Best Construction & RHS Environmental Innovation Award! Huge congratulations!
- Sharing some sweet blue tits - chicks and parent - in their nest box at Tretawdy Farm Nature Reserve, #Herefordshire to brighten your Monday!
- www.herefordtimes.com/news/2510574... So thrilled to have been asked to be the charity partner for this amazing garden!
- We're over half-way to achieving our target for the @biggive.bsky.social #GreenMatchFund ! We'd love to secure all our match funding before the campaign closes... Chip in today and your donation is DOUBLED! 👇https://donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05WS0000028tB3YAI?c=77370 #doublethedifference
- We're looking for new Treasurer to join the Board of Trustees and chair our Finance Committee. For more information and how to apply, please see: www.herefordshirewt.org/jobs/trustee...
- Have you heard a cuckoo yet? Contribute to citizen science by recording wildlife you see - or hear - via our recording site: record.herefordshirewt.org www.herefordtimes.com/news/2510699...
- A great way to get involved in recovering our rivers: Collect data with @theriverstrust.bsky.social 's #BigRiverWatch! It's simple: 💦 Download the free app 💦 Visit your local river 💦 Fill in a short survey about what you see 👉 theriverstrust.org/take-action/...
- Excited to be charity partner for the Humble-Bee Gardeners at RHS Malvern Spring Show. The build is in progress! www.herefordshirewt.org/news/herefor...
- Double the difference! Visit our campaign page at BigGive.org between midday 22nd-29th April to donate and your donation will be doubled! #GreenMatchFund #241nature youtu.be/1bqjzM3UCUY
- New case study: how the Wye Adapt to Climate Change project team have supported one landowner to make positive changes on their land which will mitigate the effects of climate change, improve water quality and increase biodiversity: youtu.be/-0k4pdFDwFo
- Could you be our next Nature Recovery Manager? We're looking for someone to join our team and lead our programmes of Nature Recovery Projects across #Herefordshire. www.herefordshirewt.org/jobs/nature-...
- After a short hibernation, The Flycatcher is back with issue 88 out now! The Flycatcher is a natural history journal for Herefordshire, published by Herefordshire Wildlife Trust but with contributions from conservationists across the county. www.herefordshirewt.org/news/new-iss...
- We're pleased to say that we've been invited to partner with Ledbury Poetry Festival's Young Poets competition again for 2025. The competition is open to young people aged 18 or under with the closing date for entries on Monday, 5th May 2025. www.herefordshirewt.org/news/herefor...
- A new arboretum of black poplars has been planted at Oak Tree Farm Nature Reserve in the Lugg Valley, Herefordshire, to serve as a clone bank for this rare native tree: www.herefordshirewt.org/news/rare-bl...
- Beautiful photo!
- Wood anemone, an ancient woodland indicator, at Brilley Green Dingle @herefordshirewt.bsky.social The cascade of spring flowers is well underway @wildflowerhour.bsky.social #WildflowerHour #WoodAnemone
- * New blog!* Through the Wye Adapt to Climate Change project, we are working with local communities, landowners and farmers to implement Nature-Based Solutions to help tackle and adapt to climate change and recover nature in the Wye catchment. Find out more: www.herefordshirewt.org/blog/sarah-k...
- *We're hiring!* The Head of Finance will enable the delivery of the Trust’s mission and charitable purposes by providing a comprehensive, high quality financial and business service to the organisation. www.herefordshirewt.org/jobs/head-fi...
- *Tonight at De Koffie Pot at Left Bank in Hereford: Talk by Toby Fountain, Project Officer for Herefordshire's Local Wildlife Sites: www.herefordshirewt.org/events/2025-... All welcome, pay online in advance or cash on the door.
- Don't miss out! Stay in touch with all our news, views and upcoming events by signing up to our e-newsletters! mailchi.mp/herefordshir...
- Reposted by Herefordshire Wildlife TrustThank you to the #HerefordshireWildlifeTrust for a fantastic day looking at the wildlife of the Bartonsham flood plain meadow and getting another chance to see the River Wye… #lovestc
- *Tomorrow night (Friday) in Hereford!* We're thrilled to be welcoming Lizzie Daly tomorrow night at The Green Dragon Hotel as our speaker for our #internationalwomensday event where we'll also be joined by a fantastic panel of guests. Tickets: www.herefordshirewt.org/events/2025-...
- We have two, 12-month trainee opportunities available, working on our nature reserves, beginning April 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to gain the skills and experience needed to start a career in UK wildlife conservation. For full details, head to our website.
- We're so exciting to be hosting this fantastic event for #InternationalWomensDay next week! Head to our website to book your ticket: £20 with all profits contributing to our Nature Recovery work across the county.
- Our *Farming with Nature* Land Advice service held a fantastic first event this week for over 40 enthusiastic participants! Farming with Nature is a joint venture between Herefordshire Wildlife Trust Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust and @worcswt.bsky.social
- Reposted by Herefordshire Wildlife Trust#JobAlert Congratulations to Steve Bloomfield who has been promoted to our new Head of Conservation. To fill his shoes, we’re looking for a new Senior Landscape Recovery Officer. Check out our new job opportunity 👇 worcswildlifetrust.co.uk/jobs/senior-landscape-recovery-officer
- Great to hear our own Jamie Audsley on BBC Radio 4's PM programme yesterday giving a local view on whether the green and growth agendas are aligned or in conflict. The programme heard a number of views from #Herefordshire - listen from 22 minutes in. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
- We're running a mini fundraiser to install a fence around the iconic Bartonsham ash tree to save it from being felled. We've raised £1,069 of our £1,500 goal - if you are able, please consider a small donation to help us reach our target! www.herefordshirewt.org/appeals/save...
- Reposted by Herefordshire Wildlife TrustRecently discovered treasures in Herefordshire's Local Wildlife Sites. Join us to learm of unexpected sightings and discoveries... @yourherefordshire.co.uk @savethewye.bsky.social @herefordshirewt.bsky.social @nicolacutcher.bsky.social
- We're partnering with CPRE Herefordshire to take part in the Big Switch Off on 23rd February from 7pm onwards - will you join us? #DarkSkies #BigSwitchOff
