Rothschild's list
Charles Rothschild was one of the first people to recognise that to protect wildlife we needed to protect places, and the list that he started in 1912 was the beginning of a much bigger movement that still lives on today.
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The Rothschild Reserves 100 years on - Stephen Moss
Writer and broadcaster Stephen Moss looks at the lasting contribution of Charles Rothschild and his list of wildlife sites 'worthy of preservation'.
The Rothschild Foundation
The Rothschild Foundation, rooted in over 70 years of family leadership, is dedicated to making long-term, impactful contributions to the arts, local communities, and the environment.
The Charles Rothschild and Miriam Rothschild Medal
This medal has been created in the spirit of a remarkable father and daughter, and honours individuals who made outstanding contributions to their original vision.
Our history
A history of The Wildlife Trusts and how it all began. In May 1912 banker and expert naturalist Charles Rothschild held a meeting at the Natural History Museum in London to discuss his idea for a new organisation to save Britain's best places for nature.
Dorset Wildlife Trust
Dorset Wildlife Trust is the largest conservation charity in Dorset with over 25,000 members. We are committed to ensuring that there is a secure future for Dorset’s nature - its distinctive…
Seashore Scavenger Hunt at Chesil
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Join us for a guided walk along Chesil to search for wildlife treasure that has washed up on the beach.
The Fine Foundation Wild Chesil Centre
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Visit the Wild Chesil Centre - it's the gateway to the iconic Chesil Beach and the Fleet Lagoon. Find out about Chesil's diverse wildlife, remarkable geology and stunning views.…
Bird Watching for Beginners at Chesil
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Spring is a great time to go birdwatching. Join us on week two of this Birdwatching for Beginners Course at Chesil Beach and Fleet Lagoon where we will be looking at waders and seabirds.
Entrepreneur Annemiek Hoogenboom receives Rothschild medal
Social entrepreneur Annemiek Hoogenboom received a prestigious medal from The Wildlife Trusts at an event in London on 24 October, in honour of her outstanding fundraising for humanitarian and…
My history lesson
Lancashire Wildlife Trust is working with Moorfield Primary school in Irlam to deliver both indoor and outdoor education on the mossland habitat. This includes the history of the area, and the…
My family history
Whilst researching his family history, Vic found that many of his ancestors were connected to wild places as gamekeepers, shepherds, millers, gardeners or agricultural labourers. His lifelong love…