Fungi come in a dizzying array of shapes, sizes and colours, but there is more to these weird and wonderful creatures than meets the eye. Step into the secret world of fungi...

As we talk of a 'new normal', what does this mean for our Trust, and for the natural world as a whole?

Insects are everywhere, often overlooked, but playing vital roles in almost every ecosystem. Let the Wildlife Trust's Tom Hibbert introduce you to some of the miniature miracle-workers that…

The events of the past few months and weeks have turned all our worlds upside down. So I’ve been using the Five Ways to Wellbeing to help manage my anxious feelings. It has also helped me step…

What a month. Storms Dennis and Ciara caused chaos across our region and Brockholes Nature Reserve was hit by flooding. Thankfully there was still plenty of wildlife to brighten up the month.

It’s definitely feeling fresh, but don’t let that stop you heading outside to explore the nature on your doorstep. Not sure where to start? Take a look at our January wildlife sightings in…

They’re snuffly, cute and loveable, they’re a little bit weird and completely wonderful; but when was the last time you saw a hedgehog?

Winter is a wonderful time to see wildlife, particularly for fans of our feathered friends. Our lakes, rivers, reservoirs and coasts are a winter home for an estimated 2.1 million ducks!

It’s back to reality here at the Wildlife Trust after a Christmas season filled with wildlife. In fact, December as a whole was packed with all kinds of fantastic wildlife sightings.

Winter in the North West is anything but lifeless, especially where birdlife is concerned. From flashy thrushes to peeping and piping waders, our winter birds are certainly blessed with northern…