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Biffa Award supports Martlesham Wilds Nature Reserve with £340,000 towards conservation works and habitat creation
With grant funding from Biffa Award, Suffolk Wildlife Trust is able to begin vital conservation works and habitat creation at Martlesham Wilds Nature Reserve near Woodbridge, which was secured in…
Woodland creation
Woodlands are one of the most important habitats for wildlife in the UK and Suffolk Wildlife Trust is working hard to ensure that the region's ancient woodlands are protected and sensitively managed. In addition the Trust is supporting landowners and farmers to create new sites that have the potential to sustain a wide range of birds, mammals, invertebrates, reptiles and plant life.
Duck blog part 2
During the winter months at Lackford Lakes nature reserve, visitors will see thousands of ducks on the lakes. They arrive during the autumn from northern Europe to spend the winter. At this time…
Winter Duck blog part 1
During the winter months at Lackford Lakes nature reserve, visitors will see thousands of ducks on the lakes. They arrive during the autumn from northern Europe to spend the winter. At this time…
Saltmarshes and mudflats – a case for creation
Andrew Excell, South East Suffolk Sites Manager, explains the importance of saltmarsh and mudflat habitats for biodiversity and the environment.
Even more scrape creation in the Suffolk Broads...
It's been a busy month for wardens on the north east reserves, without the usual helping hands of volunteers. Its been just as busy for exciting bird sightings, with inspiring stories of…
New wetland habitat created for waders at Snape Marshes
Our South East Suffolk Sites Manager, Andrew Excell, has been creating more space for nature at Snape Marshes thanks to Landscape Enhancement Initiative funding from the National Grid.
Mandarin duck
A pretty and distinctive little waterbird, the mandarin duck was introduced from the Far East as its name suggests. Oddly for a duck, it nests in trees, sometimes high above the water.
Tufted duck
This comical little duck lives up to its name – look out for the black tuft of feathers on its head!
Drop-in Seed Bomb Making
Come and have a go at making a wildflower seed bomb to take home. Drop-in, no need to book.
Improving & creating wetland habitats with the Bury Water Meadows Group
Suffolk Wildlife Trust and Bury Water Meadows Group have been working in partnership to enhance the River Lark and adjacent habitat in No Man’s Meadows, Bury St Edmunds.