Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust

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Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust We are a local conservation charity protecting and restoring wildlife and wild places.

With 24,000+ local members, we're part of the UK's biggest movement for nature.

πŸ‘‰ Sign Up for our Newsletter: hertswildlifetrust.org.uk/sign-up-to-enews We believe that wildlife should have space to thrive alongside our everyday lives and that everyone benefits from having access to nature. Our team work with more than 600 volunteers to care for over 40 nature reserves which are home to an array of wonderful wildlife. From internationally-important wetlands to ancient woodlands, wildflower meadows and rare chalk streams, we look after some of the best spots for wildlife in South East England. Beyond the nature reserves in our care, we work alongside land managers, local government and community groups amongst others to ensure that we create more space for wildlife across Hertfordshire and Middlesex. By working together, we want to see at least 30% of land managed sympathetically for wildlife by 2030. By working alongside our communities, we help people learn about the wildlife on their doorstep and about how they can take practical action to protect it. From dawn chorus activities at sunrise to badger watching at dusk, we help people experience Hertfordshire’s incredible wildlife and wild spaces. We are a hub which connects individuals and organisations wanting to take-action for wildlife. As a conservation organisation we have a significant role to play in helping to meet the challenges of climate change. Restoring wild places can help soak up carbon emissions through natural solutions to climate change. We work collaboratively with individuals and organisations to create a sustainable, wilder future.

We shouldn't have to choose between thriving wildlife, healthy rivers and reliable water supplies.A better water system ...
17/10/2026

We shouldn't have to choose between thriving wildlife, healthy rivers and reliable water supplies.

A better water system can deliver all three.

πŸ’š Help us call for reforms that put people and nature at the heart of decision-making.

πŸ‘‰ Contact your MP today: https://action.wildlifetrusts.org/page/200835/action/1



The Wildlife Trusts

πŸŒ” Gliding silently over fields and meadows, Barn Owls are one of Britain's most loved birds. But for centuries, people v...
16/10/2026

πŸŒ” Gliding silently over fields and meadows, Barn Owls are one of Britain's most loved birds.

But for centuries, people viewed them very differently...

Swipe through to discover some of the folklore and superstitions surrounding Barn Owls πŸ¦‰πŸ‚

Ancient woodlands, new life πŸŒ³πŸ¦‹More wildflowers, more butterflies, and two damselfly species recorded at Astonbury Wood f...
16/10/2026

Ancient woodlands, new life πŸŒ³πŸ¦‹

More wildflowers, more butterflies, and two damselfly species recorded at Astonbury Wood for the first time!

Our three-year Ancient Astonbury and Wilder Woodlands project has helped restore habitats across seven nature reserves.

Huge thanks to our volunteers and to The National Lottery Heritage Fund, made possible thanks to National Lottery players. πŸ’š

Discover more: https://ow.ly/JKGw50ZYkCc

The National Lottery Heritage Fund

More autumn events now open for booking!Fancy a fungi foray, a wander through the woods or advice on how to take the per...
15/10/2026

More autumn events now open for booking!

Fancy a fungi foray, a wander through the woods or advice on how to take the perfect autumn photo?
Go to our events page now and book your place: https://ow.ly/qk6A50ZXYHC

Bonus points if you can name the fungi...


πŸ“·Β© Les Binns

Well this put a smile on our faces...☺️Volunteers working hard at Rye Meads yesterday, found an old Reed Warbler nest wh...
15/10/2026

Well this put a smile on our faces...☺️
Volunteers working hard at Rye Meads yesterday, found an old Reed Warbler nest while cutting the reed bed. It's amazing how they weave the grass and moss together around the stems.
And don't worry, the birds had long since vacated and the nest wouldn't be used again.
Always great to get these discoveries from our nature reserves teams.


πŸ“·Nest Β© Kathryn Dunnet; Reed Warbler Β© Tim Hill

πŸ’š If you love wildlife, enjoy spending time outdoors or simply want to know what's happening in nature near you, our fre...
15/10/2026

πŸ’š If you love wildlife, enjoy spending time outdoors or simply want to know what's happening in nature near you, our free newsletter is for you!

Hear about:
πŸ¦‹ Seasonal wildlife highlights
πŸ“… Local events
🌿 Behind-the-scenes updates
πŸ’š Ways to take action for wildlife

πŸ’Œ Sign up: https://www.hertswildlifetrust.org.uk/sign-up-to-enews

What's your favourite thing to photograph in autumn? πŸ“ΈπŸ„ Fungi 🍁 Changing colours 🌫️ Misty mornings πŸ‚ Crunchy leavesπŸ•ΈοΈ Sp...
14/10/2026

What's your favourite thing to photograph in autumn? πŸ“Έ

πŸ„ Fungi
🍁 Changing colours
🌫️ Misty mornings
πŸ‚ Crunchy leaves
πŸ•ΈοΈ Spider webs
πŸ’š Something else?

πŸ‘‡ Tell us below

Why does water policy matter?Because it affects: πŸ’§ The water we rely on πŸ¦† The wildlife we love 🌾 Our resilience to droug...
13/10/2026

Why does water policy matter?

Because it affects:
πŸ’§ The water we rely on
πŸ¦† The wildlife we love
🌾 Our resilience to drought
🏑 Our vulnerability to flooding

The Government is considering major reform.

πŸ“’ Tell your MP you want a water system that works for people and nature.

πŸ‘‰ https://action.wildlifetrusts.org/page/200835/action/1

🌳 We're planning future posts and would love your help!Which wildlife would you like to learn more about?🐦 Birds πŸ¦‹ Butte...
12/10/2026

🌳 We're planning future posts and would love your help!

Which wildlife would you like to learn more about?

🐦 Birds
πŸ¦‹ Butterflies
πŸ„ Fungi
🌼 Plants
πŸ¦‡ Mammals
πŸ’š Something else?

Let us know in the comments!

Address

Grebe House, St Michaels Street
Saint Albans
AL34SN

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441727858901

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