Bluebell
In April and May, our ancient woodlands are awash with the much-loved, nodding heads of the bluebell. Millions of bulbs can exist in just one wood, giving rise to the 'blue carpets' that…
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Discover bluebells
Bluebells are one of our favourite wildflowers and a spring spectacle in the three counties of Beds, Cambs and Northants.
Volunteer Photography Competition 2016 - the winners
Congratulations to all the entrants for this years competition. There was a very high standard and it was difficult to judge.
Harry's Hog Blog - Out of hibernation...
Our intrepid promoter Harry Hog is now officially out and about visiting Wildlife Trust nature reserves in our three counties. Read the first of his ‘Hog Blog’s about how our local wildlife is…
Autumnal spectacles - Harry Hog's blog
Our intrepid Trust promoter on the joys of autumn berries and murmurations at some of our reserves
Happy Hog-manay! - Harry Hog's blog
Trust Promoter Harry Hog has been exploring our reserves this winter - and helping wildlife on his own doorstep, too.
Harry Hog's Blog - finding solace in nature
Harry Hog has been out and about across our three counties, exploring and appreciating our wild spaces.
A Strawberry Hill blog (by the unofficial keeper of Strawberry Hill)
Chantelle Warriner (Reserves/Conservation Officer, Bedfordshire) gives a summary of summertime at the reserve
The last few butterflies and dragonflies of summer - Harry's Hog Blog
Trust promoter Harry Hog has been out and about at Waresley Woods and Trumpington Meadows, making the most of the last flush of summer insects...
How to plant a tree
It might surprise you, but even the smallest of gardens can accommodate a tree!
How hot is that butterfly?
Dr Andrew Bladon tells us about his innovative project to assess the impacts of climate change on butterfly species living on some of the Trusts most important reserves
How to identify bumblebees
In Britain we have around 270 species of bee. These include solitary bees, bumblebees and honeybees. You can identify some of the common bumblebees you see buzzing around parks and gardens using our guide.