Protecting Yorkshire's water voles
Water voles once thrived throughout the country and could be found on nearly every waterway in Britain. But within less than 50 years populations have plummeted by a shocking 90% - becoming one of…
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Strensall Common Nature Reserve
York's busy ring road seems a million miles away once you're out for a stroll on Strensall Common, savouring its expansive beauty and abundant wildlife.
Water voles
Kelly Hollings, Restoring Ratty Project Officer for Northumberland Wildlife Trust, explores the habits of these much-loved mammals.
Yorkshire Water
Our partnership work with Yorkshire Water
Getting to know our hibernating mammals
As the days get colder, Yorkshire's wildlife species are building up fat reserves and getting ready for winter. But did you know there are only three mammals in the UK that truly hibernate?…
Water Voles find sanctuary at Potteric Carr
20 endangered water voles are released into our Potteric Carr nature reserve.
Mammal mysteries
Have you spotted any mysterious tracks or unexplained droppings? Solve the case with some tips from Darren Tansley, the Mammal Detective.
Water you waiting for?
Discover how adding water features like bird baths, ponds, and bog gardens can transform your garden into a vibrant haven for wildlife.
Water Voles given sanctuary at Potteric Carr
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust have partnered with Doncaster Council and ecologists Ecus Environmental Consultants to provide a home for water voles at the Trust’s Potteric Carr Nature Reserve after…
Our comment on the Yorkshire hosepipe ban
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust comments on the hosepipe ban now in place, after the driest spring and warmest June in 130 years.
State of Yorkshire's Nature
The first ever State of Yorkshire's Nature report sets out how Yorkshire's wildlife is fairing.
Yorkshire's woodland wonders
Explore the beauty and importance of Yorkshire's woodlands. Learn about the woodlands we manage, the conservation work we do, and how you can get involved.