Coalition awarded $5m to protect the Thames
Coastal habitats across the Greater Thames Estuary will be restored.
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Essex Wildlife Trust awarded 1 Star Best Companies accreditation
Essex Wildlife Trust has grown from 'One to Watch' to a 1 Star accredited organisation for 2020.
Perforate St John's-wort
The subject of much myth and legend, and a herbal remedy, perforate St John's-wort is a familiar flower. It has star-shaped, bright yellow flowers and lots of tiny holes in its leaves that…
Toadflax-leaved St John's-wort
Toadflax-leaved St John's-wort has star-shaped, bright yellow flowers. It is a rare plant, with most of its population existing on Dartmoor. It likes steep, sunny slopes, acidic soils and…
Wilder Essex Awards 2025
The winners of our Wilder Essex awards have been announced at this year's AGM. Read more about them here.
Wilder Essex Awards 2023
We are proud to present the Wilder Essex Award winners of 2023.
Highly Commended in the CIPD Awards!
The Essex Wildlife Trust has been recognised for Best Health and Wellbeing initiative in the CIPD Awards 2018
Wilder Essex Awards 2024
The winners of our Wilder Essex awards have been announced. Read about the inspiring winners here.
John Weston Nature Reserve
Just around the corner from The Naze Nature Discovery Centre, you'll find the John Weston nature reserve, an important site for passing birds in the spring and autumn.
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