We have a variety of opportunities for those ages 16-30 to get involved in volunteering at Somerset Wildlife Trust.

Our practical conservation volunteer groups carry out essential habitat management tasks for the benefit of local wildlife, and we couldn’t manage our reserves in the way we do without them. Find out more.

We know that for large scale societal change to take place, we need at least 1 in 4 people acting in support of nature. Find out more.

Surveying, monitoring and recording species across the county is vital if we are to understand the current state of nature across Somerset. Find out more.

We have several Wildlife Watch groups across the county, but we would love to establish more! If there isn’t a Wildlife Watch group in your area, then why not think about setting one up? Find out more.

Hybrid and remote volunteering is a great way to get involved if you want flexibility in when and where you volunteer! Find out more.

The Wilder Gardening group (originally the Gardening for Wildlife group) was formed to provide support for those already enjoying wildlife gardening as well as to encourage others. Wilder Gardening Champions are volunteers who will happily visit to give advice and guidance on how to create, develop or improve your wildlife garden. We also give talks to gardening and other related groups on any topics associated with wildlife gardening. We have been involved in helping schools develop their grounds to increase biodiversity and maximise the learning potential for the children. We organise a newsletter and occasional events for all our group members.

Are you proud of your organic vegetables? Is your bug hotel 5-star? Or have you created your own tranquil mini meadow? Tell us about your Wilder Open Garden...

With an estimated 124,500 gardens in Somerset, covering 19 square kilometres of the county, these spaces have huge potential for nature. If we all gave a little bit more space for wildlife within our gardens, just image how much habitat we would create overall for nature. Gardens can also help us buffer the impacts of surface flooding, pollution run off, create cooler climates around our homes and are fantastic for our health and well being!

We're on a mission to help everyone in Somerset who looks after a garden to give more space to wildlife, here you'll find tips and downloads and ways to connect with others.

Are you proud of your organic vegetables? Is your bug hotel 5-star? Or have you created your own tranquil mini meadow? Whether you have an acre of land or a small patio, we know for a fact that the passionate wildlife gardeners of Somerset are using their plots to help nature thrive. Find out more!

Volunteering with us is a great way to use your skills and experience to make a difference for Somerset’s wildlife, as well as being a great way to spend time and socialise with like-minded people from across the county.

We have a range of resources that offer ideas and inspiration for you to wild your home patch. Our Wilder gardening Champions can also offer personal visits to help you make the most of your garden for wildlife.