Grey squirrel
The grey squirrel was introduced into the UK in the 1800s. It provides an easy encounter with wildlife for many people, but can be damaging to woodlands and has contributed to the decline of the…
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Red squirrel
Red squirrels are native to the UK but are a lot rarer than their grey cousins. They live in a few special places across the UK thanks to reintroduction projects.
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Local group events
Local group events
Langdon 1 Year Anniversary Event
Join us at Langdon Nature Discovery Centre to celebrate the 1 year Anniversary of the new sustainable centre opening.
Opening and Events at Warley Place
Opening and Events at Warley Place
New Year, New Visitors
We were delighted with some exciting sightings in recent weeks, including during our January bird survey, and we're looking forward to upcoming projects.
60th Anniversary Events
To celebrate the Trust 60th Anniversary we organising a selection of one special events.
Fundraising promise
We follow the Institute of Fundraising’s Code of Practice and comply with the key principles embodied in the Code and this Promise.
Government U-turn on promises to end badger culling
Largest ever cull authorised this autumn – bringing the total shot to 35% of UK’s badger population
Our promise to you
We are grateful that you are considering remembering Essex Wildlife Trust in your Will – we know this is a big commitment, reflecting how important the natural world is to you and the value you place on Essex Wildlife Trust’s work.
50+ nature charities and celebs tell PM: deliver on promises to protect nature, in law!
● Major new campaign to protect nature backed by 50+ nature organisations, plus celebrities and political figures
● PM called on to lead the way globally on commitments to nature by putting…