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Aberdeen Greenspace is a local environmental charity offering grants for greenspace improvement and biodiversity projects in the city of Aberdeen as well as delivering projects using its dedicated volunteer group. Recent projects have involved working with communities to improve local parks through native tree planting and improving access.
Alice McCosh Trust Grants available from the Alice McCosh Trust. The Alice McCosh Trust (Scottish Charity 035938) aims to advance education by providing or assisting with grants for work, study or fieldwork related to natural history and/or the environment. For details of how to apply please see our website .
Bees Abroad UK Ltd Overseas Beekeeping Aid Bees Abroad (Charity No: 1108464) is dedicated to the alleviation of poverty in developing countries by teaching sustainable beekeeping, plus organisational, business and craft skills via community groups and local training schemes. Projects are designed to become self-supporting. We have projects in Cameroon, Ghana, Uganda, Nepal, Kenya, Nigeria and Malawi
The Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust (BBOWT), is the only voluntary organisation in the region conserved with all aspects of nature conservation. We have 1,300 active volunteers and over 60 staff and there are usually vacancies (paid and voluntary) within our Biodiversity and Reserves teams.
The British Dragonfly Society is a registered charity (No. 800196) whose aim is to promote and encourage the study and conservation of dragonflies and their natural habitats in the UK.
The British Horse Loggers, who’s Patron is HRH Prince of Wales, is an independent group and is the national industry body representing horse logging contractors and their supporters. It offers demonstrations, training, professional development and works to advertise and promote horse logging. It promotes horse logging as a viable and sustainable industry for the 21st century, benefiting our woodlands and our horses, keeping traditional and important skills alive.
The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) is the national representative body for climbers, hill walkers and mountaineers in England and Wales. The BMC promotes good practice related to these activities. Access & Conservation is one of the most important areas of the BMC’s work.
Would you like to help your local environment and get fit at the same time? With BTCV Green Gym you can do both, by joining us in our weekly afternoon sessions of practical conservation work. It's free to join in. For more details
Buglife - The Invertebrate Conservation Trust is the only organisation in Europe devoted to the conservation of all invertebrates, in all habitats from terrestrial and freshwater to marine. We have produced a range of habitat management resources, many of which are available for free download from our website.
Bumblebee.org Its purpose is to provide information about bumblebees & other invertebrates, and hopefully, encourage people to appreciate them.
Butterfly Conservation It’s a sad fact that butterflies and moths are disappearing fast with 3 out of 4 species of butterfly and two-thirds of ‘common’ larger moths decreasing. Butterfly Conservation is the UK charity successfully taking action to halt their decline – but we need your help!
Cornwall Wildlife Trust is the only conservation organisation working solely to protect Cornwall’s wildlife species and habitats. Membership costs from just £13 a year where you can make a real difference while learning more about conservation. Join online. Membership also makes an ideal gift
Countdown 2010 – together towards the 2010 biodiversity target A unique time-bound platform that brings together different partners from all walks of life to collaborate and develop a coherent approach to reach the 2010 biodiversity target. Partners include governments, NGOs, international institutions and agencies, companies and local authorities that have committed to taking direct action to save biodiversity.
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust manages 42 nature reserves and runs conservation projects across the county. Get involved by becoming a member, volunteering or donating to our White Peak or Transforming the Trent Valley appeals.
Do the Green Thing at www.dothegreenthing.com, a free not-for-profit online community that makes it easy and enjoyable to be green.
The Farm Wildlife website brings farmers, advisers and ecologists together to discuss best farm management for wildlife and find solutions to management problems. There is a discussion forum, case studies, an events calendar and information library. Two technical events are run per year.
The Flora Locale website www.floralocale.org offers free information on wild plants, habitats and ecological restoration. The Flora Locale annual training programme provides ideal opportunities to see first hand wild-plant and ecological projects led by experienced practitioners.
The Folly Wildlife Rescue Trust operates throughout East Sussex and Kent rescuing, treating and rehabilitating injured, orphaned, sick and distressed wild animals and birds. Each year we admit in excess of 3000 casualties including badgers, foxes, deer, swans, hedgehogs and birds of every description. Join our Supporter Group for just £10 a year.
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The Freshwater Biological Association Scientific charity and membership organisation promoting freshwater science through; innovative research, serviced facilities, meetings, events, training programmes, scientific publications, and sound independent advice. Access to freshwater information and data through our library and online resources, FreshwaterLife and the Fritsch Collection.
Greenspace Information for Greater London (GiGL) is the capital's open space and biodiversity records centre - we collate, manage and make available detailed information on London's wildlife, parks, nature reserves, gardens and other open spaces. For further information and contact details, please see:
greenspace scotland works with national and local partners to improve the quality of life of people living and working in urban Scotland though enabling the planning, development and sustainable management of greenspaces. Our activities include: research and knowledge management, policy advocacy, partnership development/support and sharing practice.
Hebridean Whale & Dolphin Trust has pioneered practical conservation through education and the study of cetaceans in the Hebrides. Great volunteering opportunities with HWDT. We have volunteering opportunities covering a range of research and education projects and in our discovery centre in Tobermory.
Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) – Statutory adviser to Government on UK and international nature conservation issues. Its work contributes to maintaining and enriching biological diversity, conserving geological features and sustaining natural systems. Monkstone House, City Road, Peterborough PE1 1JY.
Landfill Communities Fund (LCF) aims to compensate those living in the vicinity of a landfill site by using landfill tax to support local community projects. Certain criteria under the Landfill Tax Regulations 1996 need to be met, potential aims: Providing Public Amenities; Conservation of Biodiversity; Restoration of Religious Buildings or Buildings of Architectural/Historical Interest; Remediation of Polluted Land; or Reduction of Pollution.
Lothian Wildlife Information Centre is the biological record centre for the Lothians. Based near Dalkeith, we co-ordinate biological recording throughout the Lothians. We are looking for volunteers to join us in recording biodiversity on sites and also computerising data and providing information to users. Interested?
The Mammal Society works to protect British mammals, halt the decline of threatened species, and advises on all issues affecting mammals. We need your support to continue this crucial work. We also run training courses for environmental consultants and enthusiasts. 2b Inworth Street, London, SW11 3EP
Mammals Trust UK is dedicated to the conservation of British Mammals. Enthusiastic volunteers are needed as part of our national mammal monitoring programme. We also support projects for mammalogists between undergraduate and further study through our Mammals Internship Grant.
The MCofS – Working for Scotland’s Mountains and Mountaineers The MCofS promotes the conservation of the mountaineering environment and your rights as access users to enjoy it. Our new website is at www.mcofs.org.uk, and keeps you up-to-date with what is happening. Please consider supporting our work by joining.
Montgomeryshire Wildlife Trust - The Pumlumon Project Our vision is to inspire and lead radical change in land management to create a more diverse landscape, rich in wildlife and supporting thriving and active communities whose cultural heritage will be more secure. Contact Iestyn Thomas
Moorland Scotland... Your gateway to information about managed moorland in Scotland. Set up by the Scottish Countryside Alliance Educational Trust as a guide to the most authoritative and up to date information on Scotland’s moorland. This site is for students and teachers, for journalists and policy makers – for anyone who cares about Scotland’s moorlands.
The National Trust Make it happen and volunteer with Europe's most successful conservation movement - the National Trust. Opportunities available in our gardens, parkland, countryside and coast. You can learn new skills, strengthen your CV or just make new friends.
Northern Kites is the project that has returned red kites to northeast England. 94 red kites were released and are now breeding successfully. Partnership between Natural England, RSPB & Gateshead Council, Northumbrian Water, National Trust & Forestry Commission supported with funding from Heritage Lottery Fund and Sita Trust.
Offwell Woodland & Wildlife Trust manages the Woodland Education Centre in Devon. Volunteers for conservation tasks or biodiversity surveys welcomed! The Trust also provides practical 'Real World' education to people of all ages on site and through a website receiving up to 1.5 million hits a month.
The People’s Trust for Endangered Species lead the Biodiversity Action Plan's for the noble chafer, violet click and stag beetle and run the National Dormouse Monitoring Programme. We run an extensive UK and overseas events programme and rely on volunteers to participate in national wildlife surveys and our traditional orchard survey. We also offer grants and internship funding for conservation projects.
Plantlife International is a charity dedicated exclusively to conserving all forms of plant life in their natural habitats, in the UK, Europe and across the world. Plantlife offers various ways to support our vital work, why not join us now. Registered Charity Number: 1059559
Raptor Rescue is the largest UK charity dedicated to ensuring that all sick and injured birds of prey are cared for by experienced persons and whenever possible released back into the wild. Help & advice line available. Registered Charity No 283733
Founded in 1833, the Royal Entomological Society plays a major national and international role in disseminating information about insects, and improving communication between entomologists. Today, the society communicates with its members through a varied calendar of events and meetings, and stages the hugely successful National Insect Week campaign.
The Rural Gateway website shares news, views and information across Scotland’s rural communities. You can read about important rural issues, give your views by adding comments, find out about projects and enterprises in rural areas, share your knowledge and experience, browse our documents library and much more.
Save the Levels! - Welsh Assembly Government is planning to build a 15 mile motorway across the nationally important Gwent Levels - a historic wetland landscape, with over 5000ha designated as SSSI. CALM is protesting against this devastating plan, as it would cause habitat losses, fragmentation, and pollution of the drainage ditches (reens) that support 144 species of nationally notable invertebrates.
Saving Songbirds with Science - A membership charity researching into UK Songbirds, their decline and UK biodiversity issues.
South Yorkshire Biodiversity Research Group SYBRG/BaLHRI aims to gather information on wildlife, landscapes and archaeology in South Yorkshire and beyond. Our 2007 projects include a medieval deer parks conference; running the lottery funded Woodland Heritage Champions' Project; and working on our South Yorkshire Flora Project.
STREAM is a £1 million LIFE Nature funded conservation project centred on the River Avon and the Avon Valley in Wiltshire/Hampshire. STREAM will demonstrate a strategic approach to large-scale river restoration, and techniques to integrate the management of the river and valley.
Sussex Otters and Rivers Project promotes sustainable management of river catchments and their landscapes and the restoration of wetland habitats. The project seeks to help restore and rehabilitate rivers, wetlands and floodplain woodlands and to ensure the return of key wetland species such as otter, water vole and black poplar.
Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust looks after 1800 acres of beautiful coastline, SSSIs, woodland and parkland in Torbay. The Trust has a winning formula of involving people – volunteers, members and through events as well as securing grants. We have won national recognition as an effective and dynamic conservation trust.
The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales. Manages over 90 nature reserves and runs conservation projects across South and West Wales. An ideal opportunity for anyone wanting to pursue a career in conservation, with the possibility of getting involved in practical conservation tasks, events, and education activities.
Twycross Zoo The largest collection of primate species in the western world Exciting opportunity to get close to wildlife. The Zoo appeals to all ages and spans some 40 acres that is home to around 1000 animals. It is easy to appreciate why this is one of the Midland’ top attractions.
The UK Butterflies website provides information on all of the butterfly species in the UK and Ireland, including those that are extinct or migrants. This website is open to contributions from anyone interested in helping make this website the best source of information on UK butterflies on the Internet!
UK Coastal Dune and Shingle Network promotes the sustainable use and sharing of experience in conservation practice. Achieve this through the promotion of linkages, the use of science for evidence based decision making, and the exchange of understandings between the communities of stakeholders. Join free online
Vine Project A philosophical thinktank exploring our values within nature conservation. We are looking closely at personal inspirations and developing forms of expression through language and the arts to communicate these and promote appropriate change at all levels within the profession.
Wales Environment Link is an active network of environmental / countryside Non-Governmental Organisations and the officially designated intermediary body between government and the environmental NGO sector in Wales. New organisations are welcome to apply for membership, to take advantage of our joint working opportunities and information services.
Westcountry Rivers Trust
www.wildlifeextra.com is a free online resource that provides a guide to where to watch wildlife throughout the UK.
Wildlife Helpline National Service This voluntary service provides telephone information on all things to do with UK Wildlife, from identification of flora and fauna, i.e. flowers, birds, butterflies, and animals through to contact information for specialist charities, organisations and welfare groups.
Wild Scotland is the Scottish Wildlife and Nature Tourism Operators Association. All our members encourage responsible wildlife watching through best practice and we also run wildlife tourism related courses and events.
World Land Trust saving Biodiversity. £50 will purchase One Acre of rainforest or other critically threatened habitat, and protect all the wildlife that depend on it. WLT also offers six-month internships for post graduates to gain valuable experience and training in conservation management.
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust manages over 80 of the best wildlife sites across the region. For information on how to become a member, how to get involved as a volunteer, or attending our range of events, contact the Trust.
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