Grey squirrel
The grey squirrel was introduced into the UK in the 1800s. It provides an easy encounter with wildlife for many people, but can be damaging to woodlands and has contributed to the decline of the…
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Red squirrel
Red squirrels are native to the UK but are a lot rarer than their grey cousins. They live in a few special places across the UK thanks to reintroduction projects.
Hope for hedgehogs?
New report by the People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) and the British Hedgehog Preservation Society (BHPS), reveals hedgehogs have declined by between 30% - 75% across different areas of…
European hedgehog
These beloved spiny mammals come out at night to hoover up beetles, worms and other invertebrates.
Nature Neighbours - Hedgehogs
Welcome hedgehogs into your garden this autumn.
Great Baddow Hedgehogs
Urban Wildlife Champions share their experiences helping hedgehogs in Great Baddow.
Halloween events
Halloween events at Essex Wildlife Trust, perfect for families and children. These events are a spooky and fun way to connect with nature this Halloween in Essex.
Ingrebourne events
Discover nature events at Ingrebourne Valley, including guided walks, family activities, wildlife experiences, workshops and seasonal events in Havering, Essex.
Thameside events
Discover nature events at Thameside Nature Discovery Centre, including guided walks, wildlife experiences, family activities, workshops and seasonal events on the Thames estuary in Essex
The Naze events
Discover nature events at The Naze Nature Discovery Centre, including guided coastal walks, family activities, wildlife experiences, seasonal events, and workshops on the Essex coast near Walton-on-the-Naze.
Abberton events
Explore wildlife events, seasonal activities, crafts and outdoor experiences designed for children, families and adults.
Bat events
Bat events in Essex offer guided walks, bat watching and expert-led wildlife experiences using bat detectors at dusk.