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Willington Wetlands
This former gravel quarry in the Trent Valley is home to the first beavers back in Derbyshire after 800 years. They enjoy access to the whole of the 40 hectares of wetland habitat. The wetlands…
A rare sighting for Willington Wetlands
Get the binoculars out, a rare purple heron has been sighted at Willington Wetlands!
Willington Wetlands Project Update
One of our aspirations at Willington Wetlands Nature Reserve is to encourage more visitors to this special place.
White Stork at Willington Wetlands
We're helping White Stork return to nest in the Midlands for the first time in 600 years. Discover how Derbyshire Wildlife Trust is using Willington Wetlands as a vital site for the reintroduction and recovery of this iconic species.
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Wetlands
Teeming with insects, rich in plants and a haven for mammals, wetlands offer an unforgettable experience. They play a vital role in supporting wildlife, purifying water and capturing carbon.
Derbyshire’s Wye Valley Wonders now easier to explore.
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust has been working with Peak District National Park Authority to make the Wye Valley more accessible by highlighting some of the brilliant walks in the area.
Wetlands: Natural Solution
Wetlands are special places characterised by high water levels, waterlogged soils, and specially adapted plants. They might be permanently wet or only flood seasonally. Wetlands include marshes, wet grassland, floodplains, and fens.
World Wetlands Day 2023
Today we are celebrating World Wetlands Day 2023, raising the awareness for wetlands and why they should be protected. Here are five things that wetlands do for us as a society.
Willington Marina sighting reported
Black Swan, Willington Marina
The River Erewash – Derbyshire’s wandering wonder
The River Erewash runs through the Derbyshire landscape and is an important part of the local habitat for a lot of our wildlife.