Children & nature

We're on a mission to reconnect a generation of children with nature and the outdoors through nature-related activities for kids

Boy holding a toad at Winkworth Arboretum, Surrey

Get crafty with nature this spring

Finished wildflower seed ball

How to make wildflower seed balls 

Why not add a splash of colour to the garden and provide a tasty snack for local bees and insects at the same time? Get little hands stuck in with these easy wildflower seed balls that you can just toss into the flowerbeds.

Gently squash the mixture into all the holes in your pine cone

How to make a bird feeder 

It turns out we're not the only ones in search of tasty treats at this time of year. Give garden birds a delicious meal and help the kids get crafty with these simple bird feeders.

Girl climbing on a fallen tree on Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, Dorset

50 things springtime adventures 

Spring is a great time to get outdoors and try some of our top family-friendly 50 things adventures. From racing snails, to bringing up butterflies, there’s a lot to discover at this time of year.

Springtime 50 things activities

Go wild in the woods

Girls holding a map and compass atop a hill

How to read a compass 

Finding your way with a map and compass may seem tricky at first, but with this quick and easy guide, you'll be on the right track in no time at all.

Learn how to cook bread on a stick

How to bake campfire bread 

Rustling up a quick snack for hungry explorers has never been simpler. Try your hand at campfire bread this autumn.

A girl climbing a tree

How to climb trees 

Climbing trees is easy, all you need is your courage, good grip and a sense of adventure. Follow these top tips and tricks to help you to conquer tree-climbing safely and soon you'll be on top of the world.

Conquer the giants
I am the Seed that Grew the Tree is an illustrated collection of nature poems for every day of the year

Discover the new nature poetry book 

Experience the magic of nature with 'I Am the Seed That Grew the Tree', a collection of poems inspired by nature. With illustrations on every page, the book has a poem for every day of the year, from Wordsworth’s Daffodils to The Snail’s Monologue. The perfect gift for a birthday or Christmas, children and grown-ups alike will love this unique book.

Trevor passes on his enthusiasm for birdwatching with his grandchildren Play Video
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Trevor's story

Meet Trevor, avid birdwatcher and grandad of seven. For the past 50 years Trevor has pursued a passion for birdwatching and now his two youngest grandchildren, Patrick and Noah, are following in his footsteps.

Even though they live miles apart, the family is brought closer together by a shared love of nature. As Trevor says: 'You've actually got to get out there and feel it and touch it and smell it.'

Grandparents and grandchildren by a stream

Have an adventure with your grandchildren 

Whether you're getting closer to wildlife, journeying back in time or following in the footsteps of children's authors, discover more things to do with your grandkids this year.

Continue your story
Children planting seeds in flower pots, Mottisfont, Hampshire

Junior membership 

We've introduced a junior membership for children and teenagers. Discover the benefits and get answers to any questions you may have.

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Ranger Gwen at work

Meet the ranger on puffin patrol 

As the puffins arrive back in the Farne Islands after a long winter at sea, we met up with ranger, Gwen Potter, to find out a bit more about them.

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