Staffordshire Wildlife Trust
@staffswildlife.bsky.social
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust has been working to protect the wildlife and wild places in our wonderful county for over 50 years.
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From 25th Dec to 5th Jan, we're challenging you to do one wild thing a day. Don't worry, we'll be right there with you! You'll get daily emails from us with wild activities, ways to help nature, and much more.
It's FREE to take part: https://orlo.uk/kpgTj
🎥 Logan Walker
It's FREE to take part: https://orlo.uk/kpgTj
🎥 Logan Walker
Just two more sleeps until Christmas...and 12 Days Wild!
#12DaysWild is our winter challenge, helping you do one wild thing a day to make the most of nature at this beautiful time of year.
Here are 3 reasons to take part ❄️
Sign up here: https://orlo.uk/mZdyj
#12DaysWild is our winter challenge, helping you do one wild thing a day to make the most of nature at this beautiful time of year.
Here are 3 reasons to take part ❄️
Sign up here: https://orlo.uk/mZdyj
December 23, 2025 at 10:04 AM
Just two more sleeps until Christmas...and 12 Days Wild!
#12DaysWild is our winter challenge, helping you do one wild thing a day to make the most of nature at this beautiful time of year.
Here are 3 reasons to take part ❄️
Sign up here: https://orlo.uk/mZdyj
#12DaysWild is our winter challenge, helping you do one wild thing a day to make the most of nature at this beautiful time of year.
Here are 3 reasons to take part ❄️
Sign up here: https://orlo.uk/mZdyj
At just 3mm long the riverwood riffle beetle is BIG news for environmentalists in Staffordshire.
Why? Because it hasn't been recorded here for more than 150 years!
Our incredibly knowledgeable volunteer David Coles discovered on his moth trap sheet late one summer evening.
Why? Because it hasn't been recorded here for more than 150 years!
Our incredibly knowledgeable volunteer David Coles discovered on his moth trap sheet late one summer evening.
December 22, 2025 at 11:02 AM
At just 3mm long the riverwood riffle beetle is BIG news for environmentalists in Staffordshire.
Why? Because it hasn't been recorded here for more than 150 years!
Our incredibly knowledgeable volunteer David Coles discovered on his moth trap sheet late one summer evening.
Why? Because it hasn't been recorded here for more than 150 years!
Our incredibly knowledgeable volunteer David Coles discovered on his moth trap sheet late one summer evening.
A reminder that our Gradbach Car Park near #LudsChurch and #TheRoaches will be closed for the day tomorrow (Monday 22 December) for tree safety maintenance work.
We thank you for your support and look forward to welcoming you back on Tuesday 23 December.
We thank you for your support and look forward to welcoming you back on Tuesday 23 December.
December 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
A reminder that our Gradbach Car Park near #LudsChurch and #TheRoaches will be closed for the day tomorrow (Monday 22 December) for tree safety maintenance work.
We thank you for your support and look forward to welcoming you back on Tuesday 23 December.
We thank you for your support and look forward to welcoming you back on Tuesday 23 December.
We’re delighted to have raised nearly £27,000 towards our beaver appeal. A big thank you to everyone who has donated so far!
Please continue to donate. Every additional donation will help us protect Craddocks Moss and other precious habitats: https://orlo.uk/BUKlm
Please continue to donate. Every additional donation will help us protect Craddocks Moss and other precious habitats: https://orlo.uk/BUKlm
December 20, 2025 at 8:01 AM
We’re delighted to have raised nearly £27,000 towards our beaver appeal. A big thank you to everyone who has donated so far!
Please continue to donate. Every additional donation will help us protect Craddocks Moss and other precious habitats: https://orlo.uk/BUKlm
Please continue to donate. Every additional donation will help us protect Craddocks Moss and other precious habitats: https://orlo.uk/BUKlm
We've been planting seeds for the Stafford Brooks project. By raking the ground first, and planting native wildflowers during cool, wet months, we're giving the seeds a chance to grow into a beautiful meadow for local people to enjoy. 🌼
December 19, 2025 at 3:02 PM
We've been planting seeds for the Stafford Brooks project. By raking the ground first, and planting native wildflowers during cool, wet months, we're giving the seeds a chance to grow into a beautiful meadow for local people to enjoy. 🌼
🌱 Nature needs us.
In just months, planning reforms have started to unravel decades of progress—they're putting development before nature.
👉 Tap on the link to learn what’s happening and how you can help.
📸 Colin Hayes
In just months, planning reforms have started to unravel decades of progress—they're putting development before nature.
👉 Tap on the link to learn what’s happening and how you can help.
📸 Colin Hayes
December 19, 2025 at 11:57 AM
🌱 Nature needs us.
In just months, planning reforms have started to unravel decades of progress—they're putting development before nature.
👉 Tap on the link to learn what’s happening and how you can help.
📸 Colin Hayes
In just months, planning reforms have started to unravel decades of progress—they're putting development before nature.
👉 Tap on the link to learn what’s happening and how you can help.
📸 Colin Hayes
Please be aware that our Gradbach Car Park near #LudsChurch and #TheRoaches will be closed on Monday 22 December for tree safety maintenance work.
We thank you for your support and look forward to welcoming you back on Tuesday 23 December.
We thank you for your support and look forward to welcoming you back on Tuesday 23 December.
December 19, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Please be aware that our Gradbach Car Park near #LudsChurch and #TheRoaches will be closed on Monday 22 December for tree safety maintenance work.
We thank you for your support and look forward to welcoming you back on Tuesday 23 December.
We thank you for your support and look forward to welcoming you back on Tuesday 23 December.
Looking for something to do over the festive break? The Wolseley Centre is perfect for a stroll & a cuppa.
The Kingfisher Café has feastive treats, including a tasty Yorkshire pudding wrap & special hot drinks. ☕
If you buy a hot drink you can add a mince pie to your order for just £1! 🤤
The Kingfisher Café has feastive treats, including a tasty Yorkshire pudding wrap & special hot drinks. ☕
If you buy a hot drink you can add a mince pie to your order for just £1! 🤤
December 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Looking for something to do over the festive break? The Wolseley Centre is perfect for a stroll & a cuppa.
The Kingfisher Café has feastive treats, including a tasty Yorkshire pudding wrap & special hot drinks. ☕
If you buy a hot drink you can add a mince pie to your order for just £1! 🤤
The Kingfisher Café has feastive treats, including a tasty Yorkshire pudding wrap & special hot drinks. ☕
If you buy a hot drink you can add a mince pie to your order for just £1! 🤤
Our car park at Hem Heath Woods #StokeonTrent has now reopened.
It was closed while contractors resurfaced some of the pathways as part of a wider project to improve the reserve.
Work has kindly been funded by @veoliaenvtrust.bsky.social through the Landfill Communities Fund. 💚
It was closed while contractors resurfaced some of the pathways as part of a wider project to improve the reserve.
Work has kindly been funded by @veoliaenvtrust.bsky.social through the Landfill Communities Fund. 💚
December 18, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Our car park at Hem Heath Woods #StokeonTrent has now reopened.
It was closed while contractors resurfaced some of the pathways as part of a wider project to improve the reserve.
Work has kindly been funded by @veoliaenvtrust.bsky.social through the Landfill Communities Fund. 💚
It was closed while contractors resurfaced some of the pathways as part of a wider project to improve the reserve.
Work has kindly been funded by @veoliaenvtrust.bsky.social through the Landfill Communities Fund. 💚
Lichfield Local Group New Year Bird Walk led by Colin Beresford.
📅 3 Jan 2026, 10am
📍Tucklesholme Nature Reserve, Car park on Station Lane, Walton- on Trent DE13 8EN.
💷 FREE, donations welcome.
For more info please contact Peter Norbury: 01543 257812 or p_l_norbury@hotmail.com
📅 3 Jan 2026, 10am
📍Tucklesholme Nature Reserve, Car park on Station Lane, Walton- on Trent DE13 8EN.
💷 FREE, donations welcome.
For more info please contact Peter Norbury: 01543 257812 or p_l_norbury@hotmail.com
December 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Lichfield Local Group New Year Bird Walk led by Colin Beresford.
📅 3 Jan 2026, 10am
📍Tucklesholme Nature Reserve, Car park on Station Lane, Walton- on Trent DE13 8EN.
💷 FREE, donations welcome.
For more info please contact Peter Norbury: 01543 257812 or p_l_norbury@hotmail.com
📅 3 Jan 2026, 10am
📍Tucklesholme Nature Reserve, Car park on Station Lane, Walton- on Trent DE13 8EN.
💷 FREE, donations welcome.
For more info please contact Peter Norbury: 01543 257812 or p_l_norbury@hotmail.com
From 25th Dec to 5th Jan, we're challenging you to do one wild thing a day. Don't worry, we'll be right there with you! You'll get daily emails from us with wild activities, ways to help nature, and much more.
It's FREE to take part: https://orlo.uk/kpgTj
🎥 Logan Walker
It's FREE to take part: https://orlo.uk/kpgTj
🎥 Logan Walker
December 17, 2025 at 7:01 AM
From 25th Dec to 5th Jan, we're challenging you to do one wild thing a day. Don't worry, we'll be right there with you! You'll get daily emails from us with wild activities, ways to help nature, and much more.
It's FREE to take part: https://orlo.uk/kpgTj
🎥 Logan Walker
It's FREE to take part: https://orlo.uk/kpgTj
🎥 Logan Walker
🚨Today’s announcement from Gov weakens nature-positive planning.
This means more developments could go ahead without compensating for the loss of wildlife and habitats.
Wildlife Trust CEO Craig Bennett says: "Nature isn’t an optional extra – it’s the foundation of our future."
This means more developments could go ahead without compensating for the loss of wildlife and habitats.
Wildlife Trust CEO Craig Bennett says: "Nature isn’t an optional extra – it’s the foundation of our future."
December 16, 2025 at 5:30 PM
🚨Today’s announcement from Gov weakens nature-positive planning.
This means more developments could go ahead without compensating for the loss of wildlife and habitats.
Wildlife Trust CEO Craig Bennett says: "Nature isn’t an optional extra – it’s the foundation of our future."
This means more developments could go ahead without compensating for the loss of wildlife and habitats.
Wildlife Trust CEO Craig Bennett says: "Nature isn’t an optional extra – it’s the foundation of our future."
Winter nights are perfect for stargazing, and kids don’t even have to stay up late!
This weekend the Geminids meteor shower peaks overnight tonight (13-14 December) with shooting stars visible a few days before and after.
This weekend the Geminids meteor shower peaks overnight tonight (13-14 December) with shooting stars visible a few days before and after.
December 13, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Winter nights are perfect for stargazing, and kids don’t even have to stay up late!
This weekend the Geminids meteor shower peaks overnight tonight (13-14 December) with shooting stars visible a few days before and after.
This weekend the Geminids meteor shower peaks overnight tonight (13-14 December) with shooting stars visible a few days before and after.
Looking for something to watch? This nature show features footage from 1 of our reserves! 😍
Check out Moon: Nature’s Secret Force (Wild Side of the Moon) on Sky or NOW TV.
In June our assistant warden Alex helped Humble Bee Films to film on Highgate Common under a stunning full moon. 🌕
Check out Moon: Nature’s Secret Force (Wild Side of the Moon) on Sky or NOW TV.
In June our assistant warden Alex helped Humble Bee Films to film on Highgate Common under a stunning full moon. 🌕
December 6, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Looking for something to watch? This nature show features footage from 1 of our reserves! 😍
Check out Moon: Nature’s Secret Force (Wild Side of the Moon) on Sky or NOW TV.
In June our assistant warden Alex helped Humble Bee Films to film on Highgate Common under a stunning full moon. 🌕
Check out Moon: Nature’s Secret Force (Wild Side of the Moon) on Sky or NOW TV.
In June our assistant warden Alex helped Humble Bee Films to film on Highgate Common under a stunning full moon. 🌕
This #WorldSoilDay, we're exploring the connection between peatlands, carbon, and beavers.
Learn more in our latest blog post, and please consider donating to our appeal to bring beavers to Craddocks Moss, a local peatland in need of restoration.
Links in comments 👇
Learn more in our latest blog post, and please consider donating to our appeal to bring beavers to Craddocks Moss, a local peatland in need of restoration.
Links in comments 👇
December 5, 2025 at 10:01 AM
This #WorldSoilDay, we're exploring the connection between peatlands, carbon, and beavers.
Learn more in our latest blog post, and please consider donating to our appeal to bring beavers to Craddocks Moss, a local peatland in need of restoration.
Links in comments 👇
Learn more in our latest blog post, and please consider donating to our appeal to bring beavers to Craddocks Moss, a local peatland in need of restoration.
Links in comments 👇
Create your own beautiful wreath by weaving willow & decorate it using natural materials gathered from our own nature reserves. 🌿
- Sat 6 Dec, 2.30 - 4.30pm
- Sun 7 Dec, 10am – 1pm & 2.30 - 4.30pm
🏓 The Wolseley Centre, Wolseley Bridge
- Sat 6 Dec, 2.30 - 4.30pm
- Sun 7 Dec, 10am – 1pm & 2.30 - 4.30pm
🏓 The Wolseley Centre, Wolseley Bridge
December 3, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Create your own beautiful wreath by weaving willow & decorate it using natural materials gathered from our own nature reserves. 🌿
- Sat 6 Dec, 2.30 - 4.30pm
- Sun 7 Dec, 10am – 1pm & 2.30 - 4.30pm
🏓 The Wolseley Centre, Wolseley Bridge
- Sat 6 Dec, 2.30 - 4.30pm
- Sun 7 Dec, 10am – 1pm & 2.30 - 4.30pm
🏓 The Wolseley Centre, Wolseley Bridge
Rob from Viking Optics will be at The Wolselely Centre on Fri 12 Dec bet 10am & 3pm.
It's the perfect chance to try out scopes & binoculars in field conditions with expert advice on hand.
Rob can help find the perfect optic for you & products are available to buy on the day.
It's the perfect chance to try out scopes & binoculars in field conditions with expert advice on hand.
Rob can help find the perfect optic for you & products are available to buy on the day.
December 2, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Rob from Viking Optics will be at The Wolselely Centre on Fri 12 Dec bet 10am & 3pm.
It's the perfect chance to try out scopes & binoculars in field conditions with expert advice on hand.
Rob can help find the perfect optic for you & products are available to buy on the day.
It's the perfect chance to try out scopes & binoculars in field conditions with expert advice on hand.
Rob can help find the perfect optic for you & products are available to buy on the day.
It's #GivingTuesday 🙏 today is dedicated to celebrating and encouraging generosity around the world.
Here are three ways you can support Staffordshire Wildlife Trust 👇
Here are three ways you can support Staffordshire Wildlife Trust 👇
December 2, 2025 at 9:23 AM
It's #GivingTuesday 🙏 today is dedicated to celebrating and encouraging generosity around the world.
Here are three ways you can support Staffordshire Wildlife Trust 👇
Here are three ways you can support Staffordshire Wildlife Trust 👇
Step into frosty air, crunch through leaves, and fill 12 days with nature and joy ❄️
That's what #12DaysWild is all about! Each day between 25th Dec and 5th Jan, you'll receive inspiration, free digital resources, and activities straight to your inbox.
Sign up now: https://orlo.uk/VojcX
That's what #12DaysWild is all about! Each day between 25th Dec and 5th Jan, you'll receive inspiration, free digital resources, and activities straight to your inbox.
Sign up now: https://orlo.uk/VojcX
December 1, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Step into frosty air, crunch through leaves, and fill 12 days with nature and joy ❄️
That's what #12DaysWild is all about! Each day between 25th Dec and 5th Jan, you'll receive inspiration, free digital resources, and activities straight to your inbox.
Sign up now: https://orlo.uk/VojcX
That's what #12DaysWild is all about! Each day between 25th Dec and 5th Jan, you'll receive inspiration, free digital resources, and activities straight to your inbox.
Sign up now: https://orlo.uk/VojcX
Forget horror flicks - our wild spaces have their own “living dead” which support whole ecosystems.
These plants aren’t out for brains, but they are clinging to life in the strangest ways. 😱
These plants aren’t out for brains, but they are clinging to life in the strangest ways. 😱
December 1, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Forget horror flicks - our wild spaces have their own “living dead” which support whole ecosystems.
These plants aren’t out for brains, but they are clinging to life in the strangest ways. 😱
These plants aren’t out for brains, but they are clinging to life in the strangest ways. 😱
We were at #Stafford Railway Station this week chatting to passengers about planting for pollinators as part of our Every Place is a Wildlife Space project.
We teamed up with Cross Country Trains (Customer & Communities Improvement Fund), Avanti West Coast Rail & a keen group of volunteers.
We teamed up with Cross Country Trains (Customer & Communities Improvement Fund), Avanti West Coast Rail & a keen group of volunteers.
November 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM
We were at #Stafford Railway Station this week chatting to passengers about planting for pollinators as part of our Every Place is a Wildlife Space project.
We teamed up with Cross Country Trains (Customer & Communities Improvement Fund), Avanti West Coast Rail & a keen group of volunteers.
We teamed up with Cross Country Trains (Customer & Communities Improvement Fund), Avanti West Coast Rail & a keen group of volunteers.
Need to get ahead on your Christmas shopping? We're hosting an indoor Christmas Market this Sunday at The Wolseley Centre bet 10am - 4pm. 🎁
There will be a fantastic selection of artisan items available & our cafe will be serving up a delicious range of festive hot drinks & food too. ☕
There will be a fantastic selection of artisan items available & our cafe will be serving up a delicious range of festive hot drinks & food too. ☕
November 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Need to get ahead on your Christmas shopping? We're hosting an indoor Christmas Market this Sunday at The Wolseley Centre bet 10am - 4pm. 🎁
There will be a fantastic selection of artisan items available & our cafe will be serving up a delicious range of festive hot drinks & food too. ☕
There will be a fantastic selection of artisan items available & our cafe will be serving up a delicious range of festive hot drinks & food too. ☕
🌳 It's #NationalTreeWeek! This week marks the start of the tree planting season in the UK. The cooler months give small trees the best chance of survival.
To celebrate, Wolseley Grounds Person, Tom, is planting some native black poplars with Pinc Woodland students.
To celebrate, Wolseley Grounds Person, Tom, is planting some native black poplars with Pinc Woodland students.
November 28, 2025 at 1:02 PM
🌳 It's #NationalTreeWeek! This week marks the start of the tree planting season in the UK. The cooler months give small trees the best chance of survival.
To celebrate, Wolseley Grounds Person, Tom, is planting some native black poplars with Pinc Woodland students.
To celebrate, Wolseley Grounds Person, Tom, is planting some native black poplars with Pinc Woodland students.
Wildlife Trusts Unite for Nature Recovery!
Staffordshire & Cheshire Wildlife Trusts are teaming up to restore Greenbooth Nature Reserve, creating habitats for birds & rare fungi.
💚 Nature needs partnerships like this!
👉 Link in first comment + watch the video
Staffordshire & Cheshire Wildlife Trusts are teaming up to restore Greenbooth Nature Reserve, creating habitats for birds & rare fungi.
💚 Nature needs partnerships like this!
👉 Link in first comment + watch the video
November 27, 2025 at 11:17 AM
Wildlife Trusts Unite for Nature Recovery!
Staffordshire & Cheshire Wildlife Trusts are teaming up to restore Greenbooth Nature Reserve, creating habitats for birds & rare fungi.
💚 Nature needs partnerships like this!
👉 Link in first comment + watch the video
Staffordshire & Cheshire Wildlife Trusts are teaming up to restore Greenbooth Nature Reserve, creating habitats for birds & rare fungi.
💚 Nature needs partnerships like this!
👉 Link in first comment + watch the video
Struggling for Christmas present ideas for your nature loving friend or family member? Our 2026 wildlife calendar is the perfect solution!
It features 12 beautiful images of Staffordshire's wildlife and wild places, making it the perfect gift for those who appreciate nature.
It features 12 beautiful images of Staffordshire's wildlife and wild places, making it the perfect gift for those who appreciate nature.
November 25, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Struggling for Christmas present ideas for your nature loving friend or family member? Our 2026 wildlife calendar is the perfect solution!
It features 12 beautiful images of Staffordshire's wildlife and wild places, making it the perfect gift for those who appreciate nature.
It features 12 beautiful images of Staffordshire's wildlife and wild places, making it the perfect gift for those who appreciate nature.