Ringdown
Ringdown is a species-rich flush mire, wet grassland and wet woodland reserve on the Blackdown Hills. The water seeping up here flows into the River Culm which is the longest tributary of the…
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Nature reserves
With 66 stunning nature reserves there is something for everyone, from the levels and moors to the coast, come and explore Somerset today.
Update of reserves opening
An update on the status of our nature reserves.
Commercial use of reserves
Where individuals and companies benefit financially or reputationally from running activities on our reserves, and the investment the Trust makes in maintaining them, then we ask that they make a reasonable contribution to support the us. Find out more.
Safely enjoying our reserves
Enjoying our reserves safely and responsibly.
Nursery web spider
A common spider of heathland and grassland, the Nursery web spider has brown and black stripes running the length of its body. It is an active hunter, only using its silk to create a protective…
Management of ragwort on nature reserves
Like any conservation land management carried out on nature reserve quality habitats, the management of ragwort is quite a complex and nuanced subject, requiring many considerations to be balanced…
Filming and photography on our Nature Reserves
Our nature reserves have been used as locations by a wide range of media. The nature of requests vary widely and we are usually happy to accommodate them if possible as long as disturbance to wildlife can be kept to a minimum.
Reserve safety
Our nature reserves are special, wild places that are often off the beaten track and remote from human habitation. Some also present challenging terrain and we want everyone to have an enjoyable visit so consider these tips before you visit.
Our nature reserves need your help
Our reserves are some of Somerset’s most precious sites for nature. Our nature reserves are more important now than ever before. With the ongoing decline of the natural world, they are vital green…
Team Wilder map
All across Somerset people are coming together in their schools, churches, work places and communities to do what they can to help nature recover.
Somerset Wildlife Trust launches 2021 Somerset Nature Reserves Fund
Fund unveiled to ensure nature reserves continue to play their role in reversing nature’s decline and provide resilient, connected landscapes for wildlife and people in the future.