UK Dog Walking Law: Unlimited Fines March-July
A new seasonal law requires UK dog walkers to keep dogs on leads from March 1 to July 31 to protect ground-nesting birds, with unlimited fines for violations.
Category : Conservation
Civic Pride Rossendale AGM Highlights Achievements and Growth
Civic Pride Rossendale's AGM at Rawtenstall Cricket Club gathered nearly 50 attendees to review a successful 25th Jubilee year, including Green Flag awards and new projects. The charity announced expansion plans and ongoing community beautification effort
West Barns Primary Aims for Hedgehog Friendly Award
Pupils, parents, and staff at West Barns Primary School in East Lothian are collaborating with Sustaining Dunbar's Pledgehog Project to achieve a Hedgehog Friendly School Award by protecting hedgehogs, enhancing habitats, and educating others.
Ancient Phillips Park Woodland Restoration by 34SP.com
Manchester-based web hosting company 34SP.com is funding a major restoration project for the ancient semi-natural woodland in Phillips Park, Bury, which dates back to at least 1600AD.
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Late Winter Pruning Guide for Better Summer Gardens
Horticultural experts reveal the crucial late February to early March window for pruning shrubs and fruit bushes. Learn which plants need attention now to avoid disappointing summer displays.
Longhorn Cattle Graze Birkdale Nature Reserve for Winter Conservation
A herd of 16 English Longhorn cattle has been moved to Birkdale Local Nature Reserve for winter grazing, playing a crucial role in managing invasive scrub and boosting biodiversity in the dune ecosystem.
Fylde Residents Help Protect Coastline with Citizen Science
Families in Fylde can join the ShoreLens programme to photograph the coastline, aiding in climate change research and habitat restoration as part of a £200m national flood innovation project.
Lawn Expert Warns Against Early Spring Mowing
A lawn expert advises waiting until temperatures consistently exceed 8-10°C before the first cut to avoid stressing grass, which can lead to die-back, soil compaction, and weed invasion.
Rossendale Ramblers Brave Rain for Historic Valley Walks
Despite wet weather, Rossendale Ramblers completed two historic walks in the valley, with highlights including Quaker sites and friendly Swiss sheep. The group announces upcoming pub walks and family-friendly hikes for late February.
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Solihull Farm Gets Go-Ahead for Dog Walking Area
Illshaw Heath Farm in Cheswick has secured planning permission to convert agricultural land into a dog exercise field, responding to local interest and supporting farm diversification.
Pupil's Owl Lantern Wins Twycross Zoo Design Contest
Ten-year-old Saul Francolini from Rushden Primary Academy has won Twycross Zoo's 2026 Lantern Design Competition with his owl artwork, now displayed as a 3D lantern on the zoo's trail to promote wildlife conservation.
Former Mine Becomes Billingside Meadows Nature Reserve
A former surface mine in County Durham is being converted into a new nature reserve named Billingside Meadows, thanks to a land donation and funding from Banks Mining to Durham Wildlife Trust.
Rare Pink Daffodils Sought in RHS National Survey
The Royal Horticultural Society urges gardeners to report rare pink daffodils as part of its Daffodil Diaries project, aiming to map diversity and preserve declining varieties.
Bellway Donates Wildlife Homes to Undy Primary Forest School
Homebuilder Bellway has donated bird boxes and bug and hedgehog hotels to Undy Primary School's Forest School area, enhancing outdoor learning and promoting biodiversity on the school grounds.
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Compost Crew Transforms Food Waste into Local Farm Soil
In Machynlleth, a community composting project led by Steph Robinson and ffin Jordão converts 800 litres of weekly food waste into nutrient-rich compost, supporting local agriculture and inspiring similar initiatives across the UK.
King George V Playing Fields Transformation Approved
Walsall Council's planning committee has unanimously approved major redevelopment plans for King George V Playing Fields in Bloxwich, including a new pavilion, 3G football pitch, and outdoor gym, despite objections from Bloxwich Hockey Club over pitch sui
Chester Zoo Gains International Botanic Garden Status
Chester Zoo has become the first zoo in the UK to be accredited as an internationally important botanic garden by Botanic Gardens Conservation International, highlighting its plant conservation efforts.
Hinkley Point C 'Fish Disco' Highly Effective, Research Shows
Swansea University scientists confirm ultrasound 'fish disco' system at Hinkley Point C nuclear plant successfully deters marine life from cooling pipes, potentially saving £700m in environmental compensation.
Messages Left at Tree Planted in Memory of Leo Ross
A maple tree has been planted in Trittiford Park to honor Leo Ross, a 12-year-old boy murdered in 2025. Children left painted stones with messages, and volunteers marked what would have been his 14th birthday.
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Pupil-Led Eco-Garden Launched at Sandylands Primary
Sandylands Primary School in Morecambe celebrates a new eco-garden, funded by a £47,000 investment from West End Morecambe Big Local. The project, designed by pupils, includes growing areas, bug hotels, and outdoor learning spaces to enhance sustainabilit
Paignton Zoo Welcomes Endangered Monkey Births
Paignton Zoo announces the birth of two endangered king colobus monkeys, marking a significant conservation achievement as major redevelopment plans progress.
Wildlife Trust's Biodiversity Films Showcase Conservation
Northumberland Wildlife Trust releases two short films documenting its £750,000 Biodiversity Boost Project, featuring grazing initiatives and habitat restoration across key reserves.
Ron King Learns Gold Standard Donkey Care at Sanctuary
Former media executive and star of ABC's Donkey King, Ron King, visits The Donkey Sanctuary in Devon to learn expert donkey care techniques for his California sanctuary.
Ashdown Forest Commoners Meeting and Election Called
Commoners of Ashdown Forest are invited to their annual meeting on March 6, 2026, to discuss general affairs and elect a new conservator, with nomination and postal vote deadlines detailed.
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Bermuda Snail Saved from Extinction by Chester Zoo
The greater Bermuda snail, once thought extinct, has been officially saved after conservationists bred and released over 100,000 individuals back into the wild through a collaborative international effort.
30,000-Tonne Illegal Waste Dump Found at Kirkby Beauty Spot
An illegal waste dump containing an estimated 30,000 tonnes of rubbish has been discovered in Kirkby, near Liverpool, described as one of the largest ever found in the UK, posing severe health, environmental and financial risks.
Make Do and Mend Revival: Brits Fix to Save
A new survey reveals a resurgence in 'make do and mend' as Brits repair items like toys and vacuums, saving money and reducing waste, driven by cost and eco-consciousness.
Petalwort Safari Launches at Ainsdale Dunes
Community ranger Jordan Scott leads inaugural guided walk searching for rare Petalwort plant, highlighting conservation efforts and habitat challenges on Sefton Coast.
Hatfield's Market Place Shortlisted for Pineapple Award
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council's redevelopment of Market Place in Hatfield town centre has been shortlisted for a Pineapple Award in the Child-Friendly Place category, recognising its transformation into an inclusive, sustainable hub.
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Caddick Construction Volunteers Revamp Leeds Community Garden
Caddick Construction led a major volunteer project at Cross Green Growing Together in Leeds, enhancing garden pathways for improved safety and accessibility for all visitors.
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