Act to Adapt - Poldens
The Polden's Climate Adaptation Workshop was full of important discussions where we captured essential local knowledge that was key to developing a strong Climate Adaptation Plan
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Conservation
Videos on the campaigns of The Wildlife Trusts. Watch and listen to see what we are currently campaigning for.
Useful Information for Volunteers
Useful information for volunteers, FAQ and our Volunteer Handbook
Celebrating our wonderful volunteers
We are very lucky to have over 350 volunteers across nearly 40 different roles here at Somerset Wildlife Trust.
Celebrating Volunteers’ Week 2025
This week has been all about celebrating our wonderful volunteers, without whom we simply wouldn’t be able to do what we do.
Practical Conservation Work Groups
The practical conservation work groups carry out essential habitat management tasks for the benefit of local wildlife. Tasks are usually dependent on the season, but most include coppicing, scrub clearance and fencing or walling in the winter and grassland management, some surveying and path maintenance during spring and summer.
Practical Conservation Work Groups
The practical conservation work groups carry out essential habitat management tasks for the benefit of local wildlife. Tasks are dependent on the season, but include coppicing, fencing or walling…
Golden eagle
The enigmatic golden eagle disappeared from England and Wales in the 19th century due to severe persecution. Scottish birds suffered from the use of pesticides in the 20th century. Luckily, golden…
Trailblazers in conservation: the women leading The Wildlife Trusts
As we celebrate International Women's Day, we shine a spotlight on women at the top of The Wildlife Trusts.
Volunteer testimonials
Find out what our volunteers say about volunteering at Somerset Wildlife Trust.
Volunteer Awards
Our volunteers mean a lot to us, and we honour that every year with an awards ceremony at our AGM.
Conservation leaders warn of ‘Perfect Storm’ threatening England’s wildlife and most special places
Two of the UK’s largest conservation charities, the RSPB and The Wildlife Trusts, are warning that the UK Government’s blinkered “Build Baby Build” agenda is creating a perfect storm of threats to…