Heart of the Levels group

Winter sunset over the Somerset Levels

Winter sunset over the Somerset Levels from Walton Hill on a misty evening with snow on the ground - Guy Edwardes/2020VISION

Local area group

Heart of the Levels

Langport, Somerton and surrounding parishes

Where are we and what do we do?

The Heart of the Levels group is centred on Langport and Somerton, but group members come from all surrounding parishes from Fivehead to Keinton Mandeville, Hambridge to Compton Dundon and a lot more besides. They have a wide-ranging interest in nature, with their talks ranging across the natural world from bees to killer whales, buzzards to herbal remedies, as well as Somerset-specific wildlife talks. 

The group also holds local walks which are accompanied by guides who can help with identification and information on flora and fauna. The Heart of the Levels group is open to all ages and interests and encourages families to join in too.  

Where do we meet?

Talks are given every second Tuesday, in the Parish Rooms, Market Square, Somerton, TA11 7NB at 7:30 pm, and end around 9:00 pm with tea and coffee.

Browse all events in our What's On

 

How can you help?

The Heart of the Levels committee is always looking for help with fresh ideas for talks, assistance on talk nights, or even joining the committee so please get in touch if you are interested. 

Please note Local Area Groups are not responsible for practical reserves management. To find a practical volunteer group or explore the range of volunteering opportunities offered by Somerset Wildlife Trust please visit our volunteer opportunities page.  

 

Looking for family friendly activities?

Our Wildlife Watch clubs are for children to make friends with other nature-loving young people and have lots of fun taking part in practical nature activities.

Find out more about Wildlife Watch Clubs

 

Follow the Heart of the Levels Facebook Page

To keep you up-to-date with Heart of the Levels news and events, follow the Heart of the Levels Committee Facebook page. We would be interested to hear from you about your own wildlife sightings too.

You can find us here

 

Contact the Heart of the Levels Area Group

Looking for other volunteering opportunities?

From practical conservation tasks to engaging with the public at our events Somerset Wildlife Trust have lots of different volunteer opportunities across the county.

Find out more online or email volunteering@somersetwildlife.org 

Current volunteering opportunities

 

Nature reserves nearby

Within the Heart of the Levels area lie some of the county's most threatened habitats and precious species and Somerset Wildlife Trust manages its own nature reserves to give them the protection that they deserve. These reserves are right on our doorstep and are great places to enjoy and to explore the wildlife and landscapes that we often take for granted. 

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