Action in rural Sussex

18/06/2026

Yesterday evening we enjoyed a lovely walk through Wapsbourne Wood, learning more about birds such as the Lesser Spotted Woodpecker that depend on Sussex’s woodlands and the simple management techniques that can help them thrive.

Joined by bird experts Dr. Ken and Linda Smith, and Mark Mallalieu, we explored the woodland while discussing everything from habitat requirements and deadwood to the challenges facing some of our most elusive woodland birds.

It was great to be joined by local landowners, community members and partners, highlighting the importance of working together to support nature recovery across the Lost Woods landscape.

A big thank you to Michael from Action in rural Sussex for guiding the walk.

Earlier this year, surveys in the Lost Woods area helped uncover exciting new information about the Lesser Spotted Woodpecker, one of Britain’s most threatened woodland birds. You can read our blog about it here - https://www.lostwoods.org.uk/post/lesser-spotted-woodpecker-survey-2026

The Lost Woods Project is made possible thanks to money raised by National Lottery players and The National Lottery Heritage Fund.



📸 by Michael Blencowe

16/06/2026

A second event being run in Refugee Week by Worthing 4 Refugees. We've been pleased to offer activities for them this year through our Lost Woods of the Low Weald and Downs project.

16/06/2026

An event being run in Refugee Week by Worthing 4 Refugees. We've been pleased to offer activities for them this year through our Lost Woods of the Low Weald and Downs project.

11/06/2026

Children’s Safari.
No need to book.
Weather dependent!

01/06/2026

01/06/2026

Happy Volunteers' Week! We'll be celebrating the brilliant people who give us their time to help make our Lost Woods thrive 🫶. Here are some just a few of the ways people from across Sussex have helped to protect and restore ancient woodlands near you...

🌳 Tree Recorders
These citizens science volunteers are working to map every ancient and veteran tree in the project area to safeguard these living legends for future generations.
📸 Sarah West & Rob Skinner.

💚 Woodland Conservation Volunteers
We've been delighted to work with conservation groups across Sussex and the many volunteers who coppice, plant, survey and support wildlife across the Low Weald.

🤝Activity Support Volunteers
Help to support nature‑connection sessions for children, families and young carers and inspire young people to engage with the natural world.

🌱 Seasonal Helpers
Support with on the ground activities like surveys, tree planting, balsam bashing, coppicing and more as and when it's needed.

🚶‍♀️ Walk Researchers
Create wonderful walks by exploring, mapping, photographing and sharing routes in nearby woodlands that everyone to enjoy.
📸 Karen Moore.

A huge thank you to every volunteer, your time, energy, passion and muddy boots are helping the Lost Woods come alive. We couldn’t do this without you.

Find out more 👉 https://www.lostwoods.org.uk/volunteer-in-sussex-woodland-conservation

Action in rural Sussex

30/05/2026