New report shows UK nature bearing brunt of chaotic climate Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust warns: Government is shockingly underprepared for the effect of climate chaos on nature and wildlife.
A warning to the UK Government – don’t risk disaster by cutting the joy budget Ahead of Labour Conference, with rumours swirling about coming deregulation, Ministers are urged to reflect on the “little joys” which are safeguarded by nature protections. Matt Browne, Head of Public Affairs, reports.
Our response to Sheffield City Council regarding the 14 green belt sites proposed to be released for development Whilst we understand the need for further development in Sheffield, this must not come at a cost to local wildlife, and must not impact nature’s recovery or people’s access to nature.
Taking To The Skies For Nature’s Recovery At Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust we are always on the lookout for new and innovative ways to work for people and nature. Recently we have taken a big step forward technologically by branching into using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) – more commonly known as drones – to monitor our reserves and measure our impact. […]
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 […]
Our position on green belt sites proposed for development Whilst we understand the need for further development in Sheffield, this must not come at a cost to local wildlife, and must not impact nature’s recovery or people’s access to nature.
Liz Ballard bids farewell to Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust Liz Ballard, our Chief Executive, has stepped down from the Trust this June, after 13 years of dedicated service. Liz has been instrumental in transforming the Trust into one of the most respected voices for nature conservation in South Yorkshire and beyond. Since joining the Trust, Liz has steered the organisation through a period of […]
Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? How 30 Days Wild can help. Struggling with irritability, sleepless nights and mental exhaustion? Joanna Foat explores how small, daily moments in nature through 30 Days Wild can help you to feel more yourself again. Recently even the smallest things were irritating me: someone stopping in front of me in the supermarket, my partner asking if I wanted Earl Grey or […]
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 […]
Unveiling the Nature Equity Map: A Tool to Address Inequality in Access to Nature In a ground-breaking step towards equitable access to nature, we’re proud to introduce the Nature Equity Map. Designed to identify and address the disparities in access to quality greenspaces, this innovative tool combines multiple social, health, and environmental factors to pinpoint communities with the greatest need for support. Why the Nature Equity Map Matters The […]