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Bees in summer: how to help in warmer weather
During summer it’s incredibly important to support our local wildlife where we can. Long periods of drought can cause dehydration and can lead to plants drying out, meaning less pollen and nectar for our bees and other pollinators. A third of the food we eat relies on pollination of some kind.
Latest Wildlife Sightings - June 2023
We have seen some incredible wildlife across our nature reserves this June!
My Week of Work Experience at Lancashire Wildlife Trust
This July we were joined by Lewis Mercer for a week of work experience. Here he details what he got up to throughout his time with us!
National Marine Week 2023
National Marine Week is here! Take a look at everything that's going on, and download some spotter sheets to make the most of it.
Latest Wildlife Sightings - July 2023
We have seen some incredible wildlife across our nature reserves this July!
Common Ragwort Questions, Answered
Common ragwort is an abundant and valuable native wildflower that is important for a variety of invertebrates, most notably the cinnabar moth caterpillar.
Latest Wildlife Sightings - August 2023
We’ve seen an interesting variety of wildlife across our reserves in August!
Latest Wildlife Sightings - September 2023
We’ve seen an interesting variety of wildlife across our reserves in September!
Our LWT Staff’s Favourite Reserves
In the spirit of all things active and autumnal, we asked staff what their favourite reserves were for a peaceful walk.
Where to see starling murmurations
Starling murmurations are one of nature’s greatest showcases. Witnessing one for the first time can take your breath away – there are few things quite like seeing hundreds or even thousands of birds swooping, twisting and diving through the sky as the sun is setting!
How to lobby your MP
One of the most empowering ways you can make an impact on the climate and nature crisis is by lobbying your MP. Not sure how? Here’s a quick guide.
Latest Wildlife Sightings – November 2023
The dark nights are drawing in, the frost is starting to bite, and nature is certainly preparing for winter.
Latest Wildlife Sightings - December 2023
‘Twas the month of festivities, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… except for a few notable birds on our reserves!
How to help wildlife at home during winter
Wildlife needs our help during winter, more so than any other time of year. Food sources and hibernation spots are few and far between, so we encourage everyone to provide the support that they can. We’ve broken down our top tips for helping out our garden visitors during the frosty season.
Lancashire Wildlife Trust marches with 80,000 at Restore Nature Now
On Saturday, 22nd June, Lancashire Wildlife Trust marched to parliament alongside 80,000 others and 300+ nature and climate organisations as part of the Restore Nature Now demonstration.
Write to your MP about the Planning and Infrastructure Bill
It’s not “nature or development”. It’s both. Here's our simple guide to help you write to your MP about the Planning and Infrastructure Bill.
The Complete Guide to Himalayan Balsam
Himalayan balsam might look pretty with its pink flowers and tall, leafy stems, but don’t be fooled - this invasive plant is a real problem for our natural landscapes.