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.
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Community Habitat Creation Days
A series of recent Community Habitat Creation Days have seen individuals, families and community groups in Hull coming together to make a difference for nature across the city.
Pine marten at Spurn National Nature Reserve
Imagine our surprise earlier this year when reports of a rare mammal - more at home in remote woodlands - began to reach us at Spurn National Nature Reserve.
Winter woodland walks to enjoy
Our woodlands are at their most atmospherically sculptural in the winter, coated in a glimmering frost as they raise their bare branches to the sky. A woodland wander in winter might reveal flocks…
Pine martens in Yorkshire
To support pine marten's recovery, the Northeast Yorkshire Pine Marten Pathways Project is exploring habitat suitability and community perspectives. These insights will shape future conservation efforts to ensure pine martens thrive alongside local wildlife and communities.
Where to see woodland wildflowers
One of the first signs of spring is the slow peek of woodland wildflowers through the leaf litter of the forest floor, spreading out like a colourful carpet between the tree trunks. Nodding white…
Scots pine
The Scots pine is the native pine of Scotland and once stood in huge forests. It suffered large declines, however, as it was felled for timber and fuel. Today, it is making a comeback - good news…
What is meant by ecological succession?
South Reserves Assistant, Katie Baker, talks us through ecological succession and why it is important for Reserve Managers, in order to maintain precious habitats.
Woodlands for the future
From the topmost branch to the deepest root, woodlands form the backbone of Yorkshire’s natural heritage.
The best of Yorkshire's autumn wildlife and where to enjoy it
As the evenings draw in and the temperature drops, the colours and jewels of autumn appear in abundance. Join Yorkshire Wildlife Trust for a celebration of the best of our autumn wildlife…
Woodlands for the Future - YWT membership
By becoming a Yorkshire Wildlife Trust member, you can help protect our woodlands from devastation. Together we can ensure these places thrive for generations to come.
Water, woodlands and wildlife: a visit to North Cave Wetlands
Summer is giving way to autumn. Clusters of deep red berries nestle among the green leaves of the hawthorn hedges. If you look closely, there are other colours hidden here too – blue, brown and…