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.
River Conservation Project Reduces Flood Pressures
Staffordshire Wildlife Trust has been working hard with partners and landowners to lessen the impact of flooding on public spaces by reconnecting existing wetlands and recreating new wetland…
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.
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.
Landscape Conservation Action Plan
Landscape Conservation Action Plan.
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…
Conservation Work at Shugborough Estate Duck Covert
Conservation works are being carried out at Shugborough Estate's Duck Covert.
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.
Conservation on Doxey Marshes Nature Reserve Summer 2026
Living Floodplains Manager, Victoria Bunter, explains the conservation which is planned for Doxey Marshes Nature Reserve this summer
Crucial Conservation for areas in the Stafford Brooks project
After an initial research phase of completing surveys, contacting contractors, and deep diving into work plans, The Stafford Brooks project is ready to start the delivery of conservation works on…
Practical Conservation / Outdoor Opportunities Current
Spend valuable time outdoors, learn new practical skills, and make friends!