Common sandpiper
The common sandpiper breeds along rivers, and by lakes, reservoirs and lochs in upland Scotland, Northern England and Wales. It can be spotted as a passage migrant at many inland wetlands across…
Chwilio
Speckled wood butterfly - Vicky Nall
Chwilio
Wildlife photography best practice
Top tips for making sure wildlife is kept safe when taking photographs on our nature reserves across North Wales. Includes the use of drones, flash photography, tape lures and advice on keeping your distance.
My dog
Jamie fell in love with wildlife taking his dog for walks at Attenborough Nature Reserve as a young boy to keep him occupied. Now he is inspiring the next generation working with the Keeping It…
A tale of growing and ringing at the Brenig Osprey Project
Mick Stokes, Lead Volunteer at the Brenig Osprey Project, updates us on the latest activity as the osprey chicks prepare to fledge!
My remedy
Elise has been coming to Potted Histories for four years. The activities help her overcome the pain that arthritis causes her, and to cope better with her diabetes because being outside makes her…
My muse
Mark suffers from Paranoid Schizophrenia, meaning that in bustling areas the voices he can hear become overwhelming. They are his muses, but can get overpowering. When he’s outside in the garden,…
Stay wild this spring
We've got some great ideas on how to stay wild all year round, from walks, talks, and activities to help wildlife at home
Stay wild this summer
We've got some great ideas on how to stay wild all year round, from walks, talks, and activities to help wildlife at home
And they're off! The Brenig Osprey Project bids farewell to our 2025 osprey family
Alastair Cameron, Lead Volunteer at the Brenig Osprey Project, updates us on the last month of activity as we bid farewell to the ospreys for another year.
A moment of calm at Brenig Osprey Project
Mick Stokes, Lead Volunteer at the Brenig Osprey Project, updates us on the latest activity during what's shaping up to be a very busy breeding season!
Coastal
Coastal habitats are found wherever the land meets the sea. With some 17,800km, the UK has one of the longest national coastlines in Europe. The coast is home to many habitats, with cliffs, rocky…
Cors Goch is blooming lovely!
Now is one of the best times to see Cors Goch National Nature Reserve on Anglesey. Major improvements have been made to the footpaths, way-marking and the boardwalk – why not visit and see for…