Barn owl
The beautiful barn owl is, perhaps, our most-loved owl. With its distinctive heart-shaped face, pure white feathers, and ghostly silent flight, it's easy to identify. Look out for it flying…
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Barn owl webcam
A page where you can watch our wonderful barn owl livestream.
Barn owl FAQs
Find out more about barn owls with our frequently asked questions.
Barn Owl Box Bulleting sign up page
Why not keep in touch by signing up for key event email updates from the barn owl box in 2025?
Wilder Events Champion
Could you help people to connect with nature in your local area? We're building a team to help deliver event’s across Somerset, building people’s connection to nature and encouraging them to…
Expression of interest - Challenge Events
Interested in a challenge, but not sure which to choose, or perhaps you missed out on the challenge you want for 2024? Register your details and we will get in touch soon to talk to you about how we can get you involved!
Owl Prowl
‘Owl Prowl’ is back on Radio 4 and can also be found on BBC Sounds. Originally recorded by owl expert Chris Sperring MBE of the Hawk and Owl Trust in 2007, each 15-minute programme gives us a…
January events: to ease into the new year
We know January doesn’t always feel like the most appealing time to get outdoors, but there’s so much we can do to find our place within nature.
January events: to make a difference for nature
Taking action for nature doesn’t have to be difficult. Every day the choices we make and the voices we raise can support nature.
January events: to boost your wellbeing
Taking time to find our ‘happy place’ in nature can give us the feel-good moments we need to start the year.
Somerset Wildlife Trust launches new HD livestream from barn owl box on the Blackdown Hills
Somerset Wildlife Trust launches new HD livestream from barn owl box on the Blackdown Hills, introducing barn owls Finn and Orla to the public.
Short-eared owl
The short-eared owl, or 'Shortie', is an unusual owl because it prefers to be out and about in the daytime. It is most easily spotted in winter, when resident birds are joined by…