New UK Government targets could mean less wildlife for future generations We’re asking you to take action for nature now. On Monday 9 May it will be six months since the landmark Environment Act was passed – the first dedicated environmental legislation for nearly 30 years and the first time England has set legally binding targets for nature’s recovery. It is only now that the details […]
Natural flood management work begins in Limb Brook Valley Work has started on implementing a series of natural flood management measures in the Limb Brook Valley to help protect Sheffield and the region against future flooding. The project is a partnership between the Environment Agency, Sheffield City Council and Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust, and is supported by players of the People’s Postcode Lottery. […]
Quiz the South Yorkshire Mayoral candidates on action for nature and climate An online hustings event is being held Monday 25 April at 7pm to give local people the chance to question South Yorkshire Mayoral candidates on how they intend to address the nature and climate emergencies. After a public vote on 5 May, the newly elected Mayor will be responsible for ensuring that South Yorkshire plays […]
We declare a Nature Emergency for Rotherham As well as a climate crisis, our wildlife is facing a critical emergency, with 1 in 4 species in the UK now at threat of extinction. Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust has teamed up with Rotherham Climate Action and others to create a new alliance – ‘Nature Recovery Rotherham’ – dedicated to helping restore local […]
Please do not disturb! We all know that wildlife is in trouble, but you may not know that simply by keeping our dogs on a lead at this critical time of year we can help protect endangered species. Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust are thrilled that so many people are re-connecting with nature across the region, including at nature […]
Sheffield City Council plan to reduce glyphosate use welcomed Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust welcomes Sheffield City Council’s commitment to reduce their use of the herbicide glyphosate.
Leave peat undisturbed – in bogs, not bags! Join our call for an immediate ban on the sale of all peat products.
Nature for Everyone Add your name to our new campaign calling for a legal right to local nature in the Government’s Levelling Up reforms.
Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust wins £40,000 Movement for Good award The £40,000 award will enable Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust to extend Natural Flood Management work to suitable sites in the Upper River Don catchment area to mitigate flood risk.
Have your say for nature in the Sheffield City Centre Consultation There’s only a few days to have your say and support nature! See our suggested responses… Do you visit, live or work in the central area of Sheffield – from Neepsend to Kelham Island to the Universities to Queens Road and everything in between? Would you like colour, shade, bird song and nature in the central area? […]