We are the county’s leading conservation charity, committed to protecting wildlife and inspiring a lifelong love of nature.
Helping Hamelin Trust create a sensory garden
As part of Team Wilder, we've supported Hamelin Trust transform their unused space into a sensory garden.
Trust helps restore rare plant population in Epping Forest
Bell heather returns to Epping Forest after 50 years.
Volunteering on our nature reserves
Hear from one of our wonderful volunteers to tell you more about volunteering on a nature reserve.
Think about wildlife this Bonfire Night
Check your bonfire and other tips for a wildlife-friendly 5 November.
Build a bug or bee hotel
Provide local pollinators with a space to shelter in your garden.
Create a habitat pile
Welcome insects into your garden with a habitat pile.
Photography Competition 2024
Help us showcase the amazing wildlife in Essex by submitting your best photographs to this year's competition. Check out last year's winners and the six categories you can enter.
Entries close midnight, 29 November 2024.
We’re celebrating 65 years of Essex Wildlife Trust
Look back at all we’ve achieved together for wildlife.
Submit your highlights and memories over the last six and a half decades.
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