Rod Wood
One of the county's best flower-rich hay meadows
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The election results are in! So, what’s next for nature?
Throughout the election campaign, it became clear that people know that our natural world is in crisis and want politicians to make the bold and ambitious commitments to reverse the decline. So…
Wood warbler
Look for the wood warbler singing from the canopy of oak woodlands in the north and west of the UK. Green above, it has a distinctive, bright yellow throat and eyestripe.
Wildflower and Grasses ID walk at Rod Wood NR
Join us to explore and identify local wildlife
What we do
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust has been working to protect the wildlife and wild places where you live for over 50 years. We are the county's leading nature conservation charity. Find out more about what we do and join us in looking after Staffordshire's wildlife and wild places.
What is a Nudibranch?
Nudibranchs, also known as sea slugs, are much like their land-based relatives that you may spot in your garden. But, unlike your regular garden slug, the nudibranch can incorporate the stinging…
Wildlife and climate campaigners to unite for what could be the biggest ever march for nature next month
On Saturday 22 June members of the public are being encouraged to ‘unite for nature’ by joining the family friendly ‘Restore Nature Now’ demonstration in central London.
Our educational work
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust promotes involvement, enjoyment and understanding of the natural world to people of all ages and backgrounds. Find out about our educational work
Wood spurge
As its name suggests, Wood spurge is found in woodlands. It is an attractive evergreen that displays cup-shaped, green flowers in clusters and dark green leaves.
Winter work at The Roaches
During winter 2024 into early 2025 a large number of larch trees were felled due to being diseased. The work was undertaken following instruction from the Forestry Commission, in an effort to contain the disease and ensure public safety.
wood anemone
A spring delight, the wood anemone grows in dappled shade in ancient woodlands. Traditional management, such as coppicing, can help such flowers by opening up the woodland floor to sunlight.
Speckled wood
The speckled wood prefers the dappled sunlight of woodland rides and edges, hedgerows and even gardens. Despite declines, its range has spread over recent years.