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The Darlands Conservation Trust The Darlands Conservation Trust is dedicated to restoring the Darlands Nature Reserve's habitats

Darlands Conservation Trust is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation established by a group of local people who share a love for the Darlands nature reserve.

🌿 Join us at the Village Hall in Badgers Croft for an evening of wildlife talks!The Darlands Conservation Trust is hosti...
22/05/2026

🌿 Join us at the Village Hall in Badgers Croft for an evening of wildlife talks!

The Darlands Conservation Trust is hosting a free informal get-together, featuring talks from trustees Dr Michael Worms and Professor Jeff Duckett on the Darlands and its incredible wildlife, plus a chance to ask your questions.

Places are limited, so reserve yours by emailing [email protected] 🦡🌱

We are saddened to share the passing of Lady Marina Hobson, our Patron and a lifelong friend of Darlands. Our thoughts a...
19/04/2026

We are saddened to share the passing of Lady Marina Hobson, our Patron and a lifelong friend of Darlands. Our thoughts are with her family.

Spring has sprung at the Darlands Nature Reserve! It is thanks to our careful visitors that these delicate bluebells hav...
18/04/2026

Spring has sprung at the Darlands Nature Reserve! It is thanks to our careful visitors that these delicate bluebells have sprung into action. Thank you to all who tread carefully, stick to the paths, and quietly enjoy this wonderful view.

22/03/2026

The silt lagoons are starting to green up as we move into spring. It may not look dramatic just yet, but this early growth is laying the foundation for a much richer habitat in the months ahead.

We’d like to thank all who supported the lake desilting project, your help has played a real part in shaping what this area is becoming.

20/03/2026

In this reel, Jeff Duckett shows how dense blackthorn scrub creates the perfect conditions for lush moss to flourish beneath.

But we also see the impact of fire, where a single burn has damaged established growth.

Wildfires and small-scale fires are an increasing concern across UK nature reserves, especially during drier months. We’ll be revisiting this spot over time to see how the land recovers.

If you ever spot a fire on a reserve, please move to safety and call 999.

19/03/2026

🌿 Did you know Darlands shares features with a temperate rainforest?

In this reel, Jeff Duckett highlights how rare these habitats are in Britain, and how you’d normally travel far to experience one. Yet here at Darlands, the rich moss, damp microclimate and layered greenery bring that same quiet magic much closer to home.

It’s a reminder of just how special this reserve is, and why caring for it matters.

17/03/2026

🌱 A gentle reminder for anyone enjoying the reserve: It’s clear that people care about Darlands and want to look after it, which is always appreciated.

However, placing logs along pathways can unintentionally create hazards, disrupt the delicate balance of the habitat and prevent the blooming of seasonal flowers.

The best way to support the reserve is simply to leave natural materials where they are and allow the landscape to manage itself. Thank you for helping us protect this special place.

23/02/2026

Six months ago, silt from Darlands Lake was carefully deposited and levelled across the lagoon area as part of our restoration work.

Today, what was bare ground is already showing signs of life. As Jeff Duckett explains, nearly a dozen plant species have begun to establish already: an encouraging early sign of how quickly nature responds when given the chance.

It will be fascinating to watch how this landscape develops over the seasons ahead.

Thank you to everyone who has supported this project. We look forward to sharing the journey as the lagoons continue to evolve.

16/02/2026

As part of our Darland's Winter Flora series, Jeffrey Duckett talks us through the Hawthorn Shrub: a common sight in temperate areas of Northern Hemisphere.

These hardy shrubs are extremely versatile. As well as being fast-growing and resilient to cold and drought, Hawthorns provide habitats for a great many birds, insects and small mammals.... and Lichens!

If you're in the area, remember to enjoy the Reserve with care, leaving it as you found it.

10/02/2026

In this 3rd video of Jeff Duckett's video series on the wonderful winter flora at Darlands, we're taking a closer look at lichens.

Lichens are truly fascinating: they live on trees but get everything they need from the air and rain, making them incredibly sensitive to pollution. The Clean Air Acts of 1956 and 1968 likely played a major factor in allowing these organisms to thrive in a major city like london.

Did you know that some lichens can live for thousands of years?

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