Water vole
The water vole is under serious threat from habitat loss and predation by the American mink. Found along our waterways, it is similar-looking to the brown rat, but with a blunt nose, small ears…
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The water vole
Kelly Hollings, Restoring Ratty Project Officer for Northumberland Wildlife Trust, explores the habits of these much-loved mammals.
Wild events this winter
Join London Wildlife Trust this winter for some wild events, including guided walks and a sustainable and ethical festive market!
Events at Walthamstow Wetlands
Built in 1894, the Engine House at Walthamstow Wetlands is a unique heritage destination which has been recently redeveloped to combine its original architectural features with modern amenities. Situated on Europe’s largest urban wetlands reserve, the Engine House can host a range of events with stunning views across the reservoirs of Walthamstow Wetlands and the London skyline itself.
Events at Walthamstow Wetlands
Find out what's going on at Walthamstow Wetlands.
Events at Woodberry Wetlands
The historic Grade II listed Coal House at Woodberry Wetlands makes an idyllic venue with its waterside view over 11 hectares of sweeping reeds, wildflower meadow, and woodland wildlife habitat.
Family Learning Events
Join London Wildlife Trust and get connected to nature in the city with all of the family.
eDNA surveying with the Natural History Museum
The Natural History Museum's Biodiversity Officer Katy Potts tells us more about an exciting new survey method being used for the Brilliant Butterflies project.
Bank vole
The chestnut-brown bank vole is our smallest vole and can be found in hedgerows, woodlands, parks and gardens. It is ideal prey for owls, weasels and kestrels.
Field vole
With a population of 75 million, the field vole is one of the UK's most common mammals. Hidden among the vegetation of grassland, heathland and moorland, it is not as easily spotted as the…
Water avens
Look for Water avens in damp habitats, such as riversides, wet woodlands and wet meadows. It has nodding, purple-and-orange flowers that hang on delicate, purple stems.
Events at Camley Street Natural Park
Camley Street Natural Park is London Wildlife Trust’s newest and most centrally located venue. With views over Regents Canal and surrounded by the blooming wildflower of our two-hectare nature reserve, this hidden gem makes an idyllic and unique venue to host your next meeting, corporate dinner or family get together.