Wildflowers at Sweeney Fen
Sweeney Fen hosts a very rare habitat for Shropshire – calcareous fen. Here base-rich water seeps from the limestone bedrock into the peat. Though small, the site is extremely diverse and, with…
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Sweeney Fen
This tiny fen is one of the most exquisite flower meadows in Shropshire
Roadside verges: nature havens
A Shropshire project aims to reverse the loss of habitat for insects by letting verges bloom.
Wildlife and nature FAQs
Common questions we are asked about local nature topics with our answers to guide you.
Wildlife and nature advice
What to do if you need advice on wildlife.
Map of reserves
See our reserves map
Accessible Reserves
Information about our accessible reserves.
My haven
I was privileged to be able to be a volunteer at the start of the Skylarks project. It was my way of “pay back” for all the time I had used Skylarks Nature Reserve before Nottinghamshire Wildlife…
Wildlife at home
Go wild in your garden! Large or small, ledge or yard, your garden can be a mosaic in a wider network of natural havens linking urban green spaces with nature reserves and the countryside.
Nature deserves better
Help us to tell the UK Government that nature deserves better! The UK Government are developing targets to meet the commitments in the Environment Acts. It says these are ambitious plans for nature recovery - and yet current plans would mean less wildlife in England in 20 years time. the UK Government must act NOW. Demand more for nature by signing our petition.
Local Wildlife Sites
In addition to caring for our 40 nature reserves, we survey over 600 Wildlife Sites across the county.
Shropshire Wildlife Trust
We are committed to creating a Shropshire, rich in wildlife for everyone. We look after over 40 Nature Reserves, give wildlife a voice and inspire people to take action.