Dearne Valley Conservation
We are working as part of The Dearne Valley Green Heart Partnership to restore this thriving community into a paradise for nature.
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Dearne Valley Country Park
Right in the heart of Barnsley, Dearne Valley Country Park is criss-crossed by inviting paths, taking you through woodland and grassland, with riverside wildlife to enjoy along the way.
Wildlife in South Yorkshire's Dearne Valley is given special protection
This is a story of hope and optimism and a tale of how, with determination, cooperation and the will to win, one of the most degraded landscapes in Europe has been transformed into a wildlife…
Lily-of-the-valley
A beautifully scented plant, the arching stems and bell-shaped flowers of Lily-of-the-valley can be seen in many woodlands. Despite its delicate appearance, this plant is highly toxic.
Spinny's new home
Find the key to Spinny's new home and read the end of the story.
Otterly Lovely
So far 2023 has brought with it some otterly wonderful news for Yorkshire Wildlife Trust!
European otter
The sinuous otter is an excellent swimmer and can be seen hunting in wetlands, rivers and along the coast - try the west coast of Scotland, West Wales, the West Country or East Anglia for the best…
Spinny's new home - the story (Potteric Carr)
Read the whole story of Spinny's new home from start to finish from the story trail at Potteric Carr nature reserve.
Spinny's new home - the story (Spurn)
Read the whole story of Spinny's new home from start to finish from the story trail at Spurn Discovery Centre.
Bugs go ‘Battyeford’ for new home this Halloween
Battyeford Island recently received a revamp from a group of young conservation volunteers who created a natural picnic area and striking ‘bug hotel’ to provide a safe haven for a host of creepy…
New species recorded at Potteric Carr
A new species of damselfly has made its home among Potteric Carr’s wetlands as climate change pushes it further north.
New Year, New You!
Whether it's doing more for others, or just as importantly, for yourself, there's a multitude of promises you could make in 2018...and you could cover them all off in one go through…