What happened to our peatlands?
Discover how our peatlands came to be in the state they're in, and how we can halt the problem.
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Give Peat a Chance appeal - what happened next?
Our peatland restoration work has grown thanks to your incredible support. Over £85,000 has been donated since the start of 2019 to help us protect and plan for the future of these vital places…
What we do
Yorkshire needs a recovery of wildlife on land and sea and a society where nature matters. Find out how we're working towards this vision.
Coppicing - what is it?
Our South Reserves Assistant, Katie Baker, explains all about coppicing, what it is and why it's so beneficial to wildlife.
What is a Nudibranch?
Nudibranchs, also known as sea slugs, are much like their land-based relatives that you may spot in your garden. But, unlike your regular garden slug, the nudibranch can incorporate the stinging…
What we offer
Why work at Yorkshire Wildlife Trust?
Sea buckthorn removal at Spurn nature reserve
Learn about the habitat enhancement works happening at Spurn this winter to increase bio-diversity.
What is a nature reserve?
Nature reserves are a sanctuary for wildlife. We manage over 100 nature reserves across Yorkshire.
What is a nature reserve?
A brief explanation of nature reserves and other areas for wildlife across the UK.
What it's like to be a trustee?
Are you interested in becoming our next trustee?
Anna Dimitropoulou had never been a trustee when she joined the Trust. Here she tells more about the skills she's gained, the support…
Bird-ringing: what is it and why is it important?
Learn why bird-ringing is so important for conservation.
Change what you eat
Eat more plant-based foods, reduce your food waste and buy local produce to shrink your environmental footprint.