New Southern White Rhino Calf Born at Knowsley Safari
Meet Kamari, the new Southern White Rhino calf at Knowsley Safari. Her birth is a major boost for the near-threatened species' conservation. Discover her story and the park's vital work.
Meet Kamari, the new Southern White Rhino calf at Knowsley Safari. Her birth is a major boost for the near-threatened species' conservation. Discover her story and the park's vital work.
Exeter City Council has published new planning applications, including in conservation areas. Residents have 24 days to submit representations. Learn how to have your say.
Wealden District Council has published four significant planning applications affecting listed buildings and conservation areas in Fletching, Mayfield, Rotherfield, and Danehill. Residents have until January 30, 2026, to submit comments.
A rare Goodfellow's tree kangaroo joey has emerged from its mother's pouch at Chester Zoo, marking a major success for global conservation breeding efforts. Discover the story.
Plans submitted to replace 1860s warehouses near Parsonage Gardens with a landmark office block featuring a public bar-restaurant. Have your say on the proposal.
A developer has redrawn plans for flats at a former Tettenhall care home after council criticism. The new proposal for five units follows the rejection of a nine-flat scheme deemed 'excessive'. Read the latest.
Discover the vital work of Lancashire Wildlife Trust through their new podcast, 'The Conservation Chronicles'. Listen to conversations with staff and experts on YouTube and their website.
Noah's Ark Zoo Farm reveals a stunning bear-and-cub sculpture crafted from recycled Christmas trees, highlighting conservation and a major recycling drive. Drop off your tree until January 25.
West Midlands Safari Park has completed its vital annual animal count, recording over a thousand creatures. The tally includes endangered species and newborns, highlighting their conservation work. Plan your visit today.
Multiple planning applications in Wealden affect listed buildings and conservation areas. A Wadhurst scheme seeks a design variation. Public comments due by January 17, 2026.
West Midlands Safari Park has completed its 2026 animal census, counting every creature from elephants to ants. The tally includes new 'N'-named babies like tiger cubs and a giraffe calf. Book your visit online now.
A new project in Leeds will create eight wildlife havens for pollinators and people, backed by community grants and volunteer power. Get involved to help reverse the 80% butterfly decline.
Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust celebrates 70 years of conservation, 50 years of Rutland Water reserve, and 30 years since osprey reintroduction. Discover their journey and 2026 events.
Green Sefton launches a 'Petalwort Safari' to help the rare, non-vascular plant recover after a damaging dry year. Join a guided walk on January 24 or explore the trail yourself.
Discover the magic of early morning wildlife walks in Greater Manchester this New Year. Learn how to spot roe deer, birds of prey, and why supporting the Lancashire Wildlife Trust in 2026 is vital for local habitats.
Woodhall Spa Parish Council secures funding to restore historic Victorian signage and picket fencing on The Broadway, preserving heritage and improving village centre safety.
From Amur leopard cubs to rescued Ukrainian lions, discover how Yorkshire Wildlife Park celebrated a landmark year for global wildlife conservation in 2025. Plan your visit.
New research reveals tawny owl calls cause robins to reduce night-time feeding during migration, impacting their survival. Discover the implications for conservation.
Plans submitted to convert historic Walsall Observer offices into four one-bed flats. Decision expected February 2026. Read the latest on this Bridge Street development.
Major plans to transform a fire-damaged former pub in Willenhall into a 12-bed HMO and multi-use community hall have been approved. The New Testament Church of God will lead the regeneration.
England introduces a major animal welfare law, banning the shooting of brown hares for most of the year to protect them during breeding season. Read the full details.
From otter sightings to rare orchid discoveries, explore Yorkshire Wildlife Trust's year of triumphs and challenges in protecting the region's precious wildlife and wild spaces.
Sumatran tiger and red panda cubs at West Midlands Safari Park have enjoyed festive enrichment. Keepers provided species-specific treats to encourage natural behaviours. The park is open on selected winter dates.
Chester Zoo welcomes a mother-and-son jaguar pair to a new retirement habitat. Discover their remarkable story and how they highlight global conservation efforts for this Near Threatened species.
A new project in Leeds will create eight wildlife havens for pollinators and people, backed by local funding and community action. Find out how to get involved.
Polar bear Brodie has moved to Yorkshire Wildlife Park's Project Polar, where he may be reunited with his brother Hamish after five years apart. Experts are monitoring his introduction to the other bears.
Green Sefton's festive campaign uses a 'Naughty Elf' to deliver a serious message: the protected Sefton Coast is under pressure. Learn the rules to help conserve this vital landscape.
Volunteer groups like the Buckthorn Bashers are fighting invasive Sea Buckthorn on Sefton's dunes to protect native species like Natterjack Toads. Find out how to join the conservation effort.
Solihull Council grants listed building consent for a major refurbishment of the Grade II listed Mason Arms pub, a High Street landmark with origins in the 1700s. Read the full details.
Lancashire Wildlife Trust urges locals to donate just £1 this Christmas to help protect wildlife and restore habitats. Your spare change can make a real difference.