Vaughn Matthews
Become a citizen scientist
Take photos of wildflowers in Essex to contribute to important climate change research.
We are the county’s leading conservation charity, committed to protecting wildlife and inspiring a lifelong love of nature. Our climate is in crisis and our species face extinction. The natural world needs our help. Together we can protect the future. Join us.
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Keep up to date with our stories, research, projects and challenges as we work to save wildlife and wild places.
Your chance to hear nightingales in Essex
The nightingales have returned to Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park.
Conservation Matters: March
Find out how we've been working to protect wildlife this month.
Success for Spring Pickers campaign
Essex Wildlife Trust’s latest campaign, Spring Pickers, collected over 20,000 pieces of litter with thanks to huge public efforts.
Julia Byczynski
Butterfly Seekers
Help us bring butterflies back from the brink by filling in our Butterfly Seekers survey. You don't have to be an expert to take part!
Help us save Fir Tree Wood
We need to raise £200,000 to protect our amazing wildlife and ensure the future of this beautiful woodland in the heart of Essex.
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Running Wild
Join us in the forest for a 5K like no other as you take on obstacles, water and mud – and raise vital funds for your local wildlife.
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