Wetlands
Teeming with insects, rich in plants and a haven for mammals, wetlands offer an unforgettable experience. They play a vital role in supporting wildlife, purifying water and capturing carbon.
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Wild wetlands
Restored wetlands provide rich habitat, clean water naturally and reduce flood risk downstream.
Avian flu – the latest symptom of our ailing ecosystems
This deadly disease is having a devastating effect on our already struggling wild bird populations.
My oasis
Growing up and living in the countryside for much of her life, Helen is used to big wide open spaces and loves being outside. She enjoys coming to the Centre for Wildlife Gardening, as it’s like…
Important work for wetland wildlife in Stafford's fluctuating floodplains continues
Living Floodplains Officer Thea Margetts announces the good news! Conservation for floodplains in Stafford continues.
Staffordshire celebrates new spider species
Autumn brings with it Halloween, which has long been associated with spiders and their spooky but wondrous webs. A fitting time of year to share some exciting spider related news.
Wildlife at Stafford wetland set for big summer boost
This June Staffordshire Wildlife Trust (SWT) will carry out major habitat restoration work at Doxey Marshes.
Trust to hold first ever 'wild' webinar
The county’s largest nature conservation charity is holding its first ever interactive ‘wild’ webinar next week as part of its virtual offering.
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust celebrates 10 years of management at the iconic Roaches
On May 1 2013, the Trust began its 125-year lease of the Roaches, a magnificent 975-acre area on the edge of the Peak District National Park.
Charity led wetland restoration project benefits nature at Shugborough Estate
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust has partnered with the National Trust, the Environment Agency, and DEFRA’s Farming in Protected Landscapes programme with support from Cannock Chase National Landscape…
Trust welcomes news HS2 work will not take place in spring
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust has welcomed news that work to clear an ancient woodland near Lichfield will not begin this spring – a vital time for wildlife – following a review by HS2 Ltd.
Liquid Assets: What wildlife can you see at wetlands?
With the celebration of World Wetland Day on Sunday 2 February, volunteer Rob takes a closer look at these special watery places and uncovers some of their star residents.