Rewilding at the Knepp Estate
Welcome to a special episode of Talk on the Wild Side dedicated to just one subject, or rather just one place: the Knepp Estate in Sussex...
Heather Corrie Vale: One year on
With input from Simon Bateman-Brown, Head of Land Management, and Evan Bowen-Jones, Chief Executive of Kent Wildlife Trust, we explore the conservation work we have done at Heather Corrie Vale since attaining validation against the Wilder Carbon Standard, by Soil Association Certification.
Poisonous plants & grazing animals' natural instincts
In Kent, our grazing animals roam the reserves using their instincts and experience to guide them towards delicious nutritious vegetation and away from potentially toxic plants. This deep-rooted wisdom is a product of evolution and survival instincts passed down from generation to generation but particularly prevalent in the old-fashioned breeds that we use.
Climate-resilient gardening at Chelsea Flower Show 2024
As a keen gardener I’ve always been intrigued to visit Chelsea Flower Show. I finally had the chance this year. Despite it being slightly wetter day than I might have liked, it was a great experience!
Nightingales at Hothfield Heathlands in June
On 19th May one hundred years ago the first outdoors broadcast by the BBC was of professional cellist Beatrice Harrison playing to and with nightingales in the garden of her Surrey home. Around a million listeners tuned in to the midnight broadcast, and she performed for similar outdoor broadcasts over the next twelve years.
Volunteers' Week 2024 - Thank you to our teams!
Our volunteers are at the heart of Kent Wildlife Trust’s work. With their time, skills, passion and energy we reach more people and work at greater scale and pace. Their contributions help ensure that Kent’s natural spaces are preserved for future generations. Through practical conservation work, data collection, education, community engagement and much much more, our volunteers are making a tangible difference.
Discover the UK’s insect species & how you can help them
Insects are often overlooked, and yet they play a crucial role in maintaining the health of ecosystems and supporting human survival.
Flea treatment is toxic to wildlife: Here are the facts
You’d be hard pressed to find a person living in the UK that doesn’t have a pet. As a nation of animal lovers, we feel the pressure to take care of our animals to the best of our ability. This often means pet insurance and regular flea treatment. But how much do we know about these treatments and the harm they do to the environment? Find out more below.