Category: Waterways

Free ponds for landowners in South Yorkshire

Since receiving funding from Natural England 7 years ago, Wildscapes CIC have installed over 400 free ponds for landowners across the region, and are looking to install more throughout 2026. The Aim The work forms part of the Natural England led District Level Licensing scheme for great crested newts (GCN). As the habitat delivery partner […]

A small brown water vole sits at the edge of some water.

Funding success thanks to Acorn Fund donors

Thanks to your generous support of our Acorn Fund, we’ve unlocked funding for two vital conservation projects on our nature reserves. The Acorn Fund is an ongoing pot of money that is allocated specifically to help Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust access important grants from the Landfill Communities Fund – a national scheme that supports […]

Snipe wading in shallow water surrounded by reeds

Supporting Breeding Waders: How Monitoring Shapes Conservation

Ever wondered what it takes to support birds like curlew, snipe, and lapwing during their breeding season? We’re using careful monitoring and collecting data to create the perfect mix of wet, wild, and wonderful habitats that these species need to thrive in a special conservation space. At Hammond’s Field nature reserve, we’ve been monitoring the […]

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