The Wildlife Trusts call for nature to be at the heart of economic recovery – not simply an ‘add-on’ Today the Prime Minister announces a new deal for Britain “which puts jobs and infrastructure at the centre of the government’s economic growth strategy.” Commenting on the Prime Minister’s speech, Craig Bennett, chief executive of The Wildlife Trusts, says: “Today the Government has announced billions for road building projects and just £40 million for nature. […]
Thank You’ to National Lottery players for making it possible Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust has received £50,000 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to help address the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on heritage. Since the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown began Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust have continued to care for their network of nature reserves that provide such vital respite for users, boosting […]
Kick-start nature’s recovery and absorb a third of UK emissions New report from The Wildlife Trusts shows how investing in nature would reap big dividends in tackling climate crisis
The Time is Now Virtual Mass Lobby On 30 June we are coming together for a virtual lobby, inviting you, and thousands of others to ask MPs to put people, climate and nature at the heart of our nation’s recovery. The UK is at a turning point. As we build back from the current health crisis, we have the opportunity to rebuild […]
Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust sends a message of support to teachers The Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust Outdoor Learning team have launched a programme of offers to support teachers during this transition period in education. It’s a tough time for children and teachers alike as children return to school, so the Outdoor learning team at the Trust want to be able to offer support where possible, […]
Giant hogweed – possibly the UK’s most dangerous plant Giant hogweed (Heracleum mantegazzianum) is often referred to as the UK’s most dangerous plant, with its toxic sap that can cause life changing burns and blisters for those that come into contact with it.
Good news as housing development application on Owlthorpe Fields refused Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust are delighted by the decision by Sheffield City Council’s Planning & Highways Committee to refuse planning permission for a housing development application on Owlthorpe Fields in Mosborough.
Be a citizen scientist in your own back yard! How many different birds, insects, plants, fungi and mammals can you find in your garden? This Garden Wildlife Week (1-7th June) join Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust in carrying out a Bioblitz of your back garden
Local wildlife to benefit from international support [lead]Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust are very happy to welcome Egress Software Technologies Ltd on board as a Diamond Level corporate supporter.[/lead] The international company, which provides intelligent email security and collaboration solutions, has opened up a new branch in Waverley, and as an environmentally aware business wanted to help make the local landscape rich […]
Wild at Heart at Home Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust’s Wild at Heart project has been transformed to enable project participants to stay connected to nature and each other during lockdown. Wild at Heart is a National Lottery Community Fund project that delivers friendly and supportive nature-based activity sessions for adults over 50 years, helping to improve well-being and personal […]