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Every purchase of one of our Adopt an Animal packs ensures that Durham’s most endangered and vulnerable species are given the help they need to survive.
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Two Little Owl chicks sitting on a branch. Credit: Hilary Chambers
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What animal poo is this?
Droppings are a great way of finding out who is visiting your neighbourhood or garden at night. Here are some common British mammal droppings you might come across, as well as some tips on what to look - or smell - for!
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Durham Wildlife Trust's purpose is to protect wildlife and promote nature conservation in County Durham, the City of Sunderland and the boroughs of Gateshead, South Tyneside and Darlington. Through the management of more than 50 nature reserves and a variety of species and habitat recovery projects, the Trust is one of the most active environmental organisations in the region.
Wildlife volunteers celebrated at festive event
Trust volunteers received recognition and thanks for all their support, during a festive celebration event hosted in Durham.
Wild at Home
Wildlife-themed activity packs to help you get the most of your garden, yard or nearby green spaces.
Wild at Home
Durham Wildlife Trust has launched a new initiative to help keep people entertained during the restrictions in place to cope with the coronavirus crisis.
How to run a fundraising event
Here are some hints if you are thinking of running a fundraising event. There are some ideas to help you get started.
Beavers are coming home!
The Wildlife Trusts congratulate the UK Government’s decision to open the door for licenced reintroductions of beavers into the wild and its acknowledgment of the free-living populations in…
How to build a hedgehog home
By providing safe places for hedgehogs to live, you’re much more likely to see these prickly creatures in your garden.
How to go peat free at home
Our homes and gardens have an important role in the fight against climate change. Help preserve vital peatland by going peat free.
New poll reveals dramatic loss of ‘outdoor joy’ as we age
30 Days Wild challenge offers the chance to reconnect with nature
Welcoming swifts home: one homeowner’s mission to take action for wildlife
The shriek of swifts overhead provided inspiration for taking action for wildlife at home. Find out how Durham Wildlife Trust supporter, Jason, is making changes to his house in order to provide a…