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.
Search
Search
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.
Wall barley
The distinctive spiky, or 'bearded', green flower heads of wall barley appear from June to July and are easy to spot in an urban environment as they push their way up through pavements…
Dene Wood: lessons from our space for nature (and people)
Claire Gribben tells us all about the Dene Wood nature area in Cottingham, an area for people and wildlife, which has been transformed by the community.
Willow Tits
The Back from the Brink project ensures there is good habitat for willow tits across the Dearne Valley - supporting their population to grow and move through the landscape.
Our values
At the heart of everything we do...
ValEx - Claim your free WI Supporter Pack
Our limited-edition supporter packs include a pin badge and car sticker for you to display with pride, as well as a leaflet about our ambitious new Wild Ingleborough project, featuring a beautiful poster by Yorkshire artist Gerard Hobson!
Barnsley Canal – Wilthorpe
Barnsley Canal at Wilthorpe is the gateway into the Upper Dearne Valley. Industrial history and wildlife coexist in this extensive wetland habitat.
Adult Forest School at Adel Dam – why should kids have all the fun?
Our Digital Communications Assistant, Dee, recently joined Project Officer in the West, Sarah, for one of her Adult Forest School sessions at Adel Dam in Leeds. Read on to find out why we should…
Map your valued places
Tell us why the Humberhead Levels matters to you as part of our new project