Bittern
The shy and retiring bittern is a master of blending in and can be very difficult to spot in its reedbed home. It does sound like a booming foghorn, however, when it calls, so can often be heard…
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One bittern, quite shy
Our blogger sets out to track down a master of disguise at North Cave Wetlands…
Your Knittern Pattern
We're sharing everything you need to get stuck in and start creating your own knitted bittern.
Download your free #knittern pattern today and please consider donating to our Wilder Wetlands campaign – every little helps us conserve wildlife like bitterns for years to come.
Download your free #knittern pattern today and please consider donating to our Wilder Wetlands campaign – every little helps us conserve wildlife like bitterns for years to come.
First-ever breeding bitterns at North Cave Wetlands nature reserve
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust are absolutely delighted to announce their first-ever bittern breeding success at North Cave Wetlands nature reserve near Hull, where a juvenile bittern was spotted…
The Power of Local Litter Picking
In our quest to protect our marine environment, we often overlook the power of small, local actions. This includes accessible activities like picking up litter. While it might be tempting to…
Help wetland wildlife with a Knittern
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust have published a characterful bittern knitting pattern known as a Knittern to raise funds for their wetland reserves as part of the Wilder Wetlands campaign,
World Wetlands Day: Yorkshire’s wetland wildlife and knitted bitterns
The 2nd February marks World Wetland Day, raising global awareness about the vital role of wetlands for people and our planet.
The Trust is celebrating a number of wildlife successes across…
Do a litter pick or beach clean!
Be a wildlife saviour and do a litter pick or beach clean!
Hairy bitter-cress
Hairy bitter-cress is an edible weed of rocky places, walls, gardens and cultivated ground. Gathering wild food can be fun, but it's best to do it with an expert - come along to a Wildlife…
Leaf it be - the wildlife benefits of winter leaf litter
This winter, let your garden go a little wild! By leaving leaf litter on the ground, you’re creating a cosy haven for local wildlife.
Discover the History of Askham Bog with our President Alastair Fitter
Join Prof. Alastair Fitter for a captivating event uncovering Askham Bog's 15,000 year history.
Better Estuaries & Coastal Habitats (BEACH Esk)
The River Esk flows 28 miles through the North York Moors National Park, originating in Westerdale before flowing to Whitby where it enters the North Sea.