How to clean nestboxes and bird feeders
Nestboxes can harbour parasites so it is good practice to take them down at the end of the season and give them a clean. Likewise it is important to keep bird feeders clean to stop the spread of…
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Bird feeder webcam
Take a look at our new bird feeder webcam, live streaming from Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Discovery Centre.
Local Wildlife Sites
Local Wildlife Sites are areas of land that are especially important for their wildlife. They are some of our most valuable wildlife areas.
Ray Island photo wins the public vote!
Essex Wildlife Trust’s Photography Competition 2018 winner announced
Urgent: Help protect Local Wildlife Sites
Essex Wildlife Trust urges people to call for protection for Local Wildlife Sites
How to build a bird box
With natural nesting sites in decline, adding a nestbox to your garden can make all the difference to your local birds.
A lasting love of nature
Peter and Eileen had an enduring mutual appreciation of the natural world in the 43 years they were together. When Peter passed away in 2021, he kindly left a gift in his Will to Essex Wildlife…
Bird cherry
The bird cherry can be found in wet woodlands and along streams in upland areas, in particular. Its fragrant blossom appears in April and is followed by bitter, black fruits - good for wildlife,…
Basildon Natural History Society
Get involved with your Local Group, we hold a range of events and activities throughout the year. New members are always welcome.
Bird's-nest orchid
The Bird's-nest orchid gets its name from its nest-like tangle of roots. Unlike other green plants, it doesn’t get its energy from sunlight. Instead, it grows as a parasite on tree roots, so…
Hanningfield Bird Box Building
Build a bird box to support our feathered friends for National Nest Box Week.
Abberton Bird Box Building
Build your own wooden bird box to help our feathered friends this National Nest Box Week!