Beech and yew wood
Soaring beech trunks and a feeling of spaciousness mean that these woods have often been likened to cathedrals. Dense shade means that little grows on the thick layer of fallen leaves underfoot,…
Speckled wood butterfly - Vicky Nall
Soaring beech trunks and a feeling of spaciousness mean that these woods have often been likened to cathedrals. Dense shade means that little grows on the thick layer of fallen leaves underfoot,…
Despite popular belief, and its name (from the Old English for 'ear beetle'), the Common earwig will not crawl into your ear while you sleep - it much prefers a nice log or stone pile!…
Found along the coast all year-round, the dunlin is a small sandpiper that breeds and winters in the UK. It can be seen in its upland breeding grounds in summer, when it turns brick-red above and…
A lovely slice of broadleaf woodland creating a wildlife corridor, joining and contrasting with the large coniferous plantations of this remote valley.
Our staff and volunteers were deeply saddened to hear of the recent passing of Jean Robertson, a cherished and much-missed member of the Conwy Valley Branch of the North Wales Wildlife Trust. Her…
A lovely site sheltered by ancient woodland, awash with spring colour and with dazzling views across the Vale of Clwyd.
Managing bracken in an upland wildflower meadow can be challenging. Rob, the reserve officer responsible, stresses the important reasons for monitoring at Caeau Tan-y-Bwlch nature reserve.
People are becoming increasingly aware of the interconnectedness of our planet’s natural life support systems, and the fact that the health of our ecosystems is directly linked to the wellbeing…