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London's pavement wildlife

It's a testament to the powerful spirit of nature when a dandelion pushes through cracks on the pavement or a vibrant sprig of pink blooms emerges from beneath a lamppost.

Bluebells

Great days out this spring

From bluebell woodlands and historic heathlands to family-friendly urban gardens, there’s always something exciting to discover. Find a wild space close to you this spring.

beaver wildlife trust

Bringing beavers back to London

In late 2023, a family of five beavers were reintroduced to Paradise Fields in Ealing, West London after a 400-year absence and excitingly in 2024 at least two new kits have been born.

a brown speckled bird with a long beak, stands in shallow water with patches of reeds

3 long-billed wading birds to spot this winter

In winter, London welcomes visitors with some of the most exquisite plumage in the avian world. However, their gorgeous feathery ensembles make seeing these superbly camouflaged birds tricky – but…

winter walk

Great days out this winter

From wild reservoirs and leafy woodland glades to mini wetland wildernesses, there’s always something exciting to discover. Find a wild space close to you this winter.

a firecrest on a branch

David Bradshaw's Reservoir Logs - October 24 round-up

What seems to have been the first Hen Harrier for at least 25 years and first Hawfinches for seven were the highlights of an exceptional October. The month also saw a Yellow-browed Warbler caught…

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