Birdsong & Bluebells
Enjoy a morning walk to hear the magical birdsong on Bradgers Hill, walking all the way to Hay Wood to see the beautiful Bluebells.
Enjoy a morning walk to hear the magical birdsong on Bradgers Hill, walking all the way to Hay Wood to see the beautiful Bluebells.
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…
A Springtime treasure hunt in Southey Wood
Drone technology gives you the chance to see our nature reserves from a whole new angle
A WILDside project update from the Northamptonshire Biodiversity Records Centre
Use of a drone has enabled us to capture dramatic videos of our reserves
We may be a ‘wet’ nation, but wetlands – wildlife-rich, carbon-capturing oases – are in shorter supply than you might think. Wetlands have largely been removed from our landscape, and this loss is…
Brian Eversham, Chief Exec of the Wildlife Trust BCN, outlines our stance on the Ox-Cam Arc, and sets out the principles by which this, and any other development, should abide if we are to solve…
Guided Walks in Brampton Wood to see Bluebells and other Spring flora and fauna.
As the bluebells fade, yellow archangel takes its turn to impress, with golden-yellow flowers carpeting our ancient woodlands.
Just as the bluebells finish flowering in our woodlands, the rose-red blooms of red campion start to brighten up the woodland floor. Look for this pretty plant in hedges and roadsides, too.