Shocking state of England’s rivers
As the Environment Agency release figures today that reveal just 17% of England’s rivers are in good health, the Blueprint for Water coalition is urging communities across England to make a stand…
As the Environment Agency release figures today that reveal just 17% of England’s rivers are in good health, the Blueprint for Water coalition is urging communities across England to make a stand…
Government inaction on pollution could see rivers get worse before they get better
Three years ago, when data on the health of England’s waters was last published, headlines showed a sorry picture. With the latest data showing that little has changed, The Wildlife Trusts warn…
New England Wood covers 21 hectares (53 acres) of broadleaf woodland at Lee Mill, half a mile from the A38 and seven miles to the east of Plymouth. This new nature reserve also has the River Yealm…
From otters to freshwater shrimps, all animals are dependant on an abundant and reliable supply of clean water. Rivers sustain the natural environment, wildlife and people in equal measure.
Today marks the day by which rivers, lakes, estuaries, coastal and underground waters across England and Wales should, according to legislation, be in good condition – but the reality is that…
Pine martens have been reintroduced to England for the first time following near extinction. Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust has led this first formal reintroduction of a charismatic species, once…
Today, 6th September, Dorset Wildlife Trust launches a major fundraising appeal for England’s first large-scale community rewilding project, on 170 hectares of land near Bere Regis purchased…
Proposals to ban damaging fishing activity in 13 Marine Protected Areas is welcome, but do they truly move these areas on from being more than just 'paper parks'. Director of Marine…
Cool, crystal-clear waters flow over gravelly beds, streaming through white-flowered water-crowfoot and watercress in serene lowland landscapes.