Nature & wildlife

From ancient trees to butterflies and otters, our places are full of life. We're working hard to safeguard nature for years to come

Arctic tern in flight on the Farne Islands, Northumberland

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Hare eating grass, Orford Ness

Summer wildlife spotting 

Warmer days are the perfect excuse to get outdoors, especially when there's lots of summer wildlife to spot as well. From seabirds to baby deer, there are plenty of highlights to look out for this summer.

Walk among nature
A pair of Glanville fritillary butterflies share a meal

A butterfly summer 

Butterflies are one of the most treasured elements of the UK's wildlife, guiding us deep into the heart of nature. Find out how we're looking after them and discover the best spots for butterflying.

Chris Johnson, Panasonic Lumix Ambassador and Ranger at Allen Banks and Staward Gorge. Play Video
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Focusing in on nature

Chris Johnson, a National Trust ranger at Allen Banks and Staward Gorge in Northumberland, always carries a camera so he can share the magic of this ancient landscape as it changes throughout the seasons.

Panasonic is providing staff and volunteers with Lumix cameras to capture incredible pictures of the nature and wildlife they care for. Chris uses his camera to record bright-eyed skylarks, towering trees and sprawling sections of Hadrian’s Wall as it snakes it way over this exposed landscape.

Family pond-dipping

Join in with a Bioblitz 

A Bioblitz is a race against the clock to find and record as many different plants and animals as possible in an area in just 24 hours. With events running from May to October across the country, why not test your skills as a nature detective and find an event near you?

Start your search
One of Winchester City Mill's resident otters

Looking after otters 

With their numbers on the rise, your chances of spotting one of these elusive creatures have never been better. Look out for the tell-tale signs of webbed footprints on muddy river banks or strategically placed droppings on rocks or grassy mounds. Find out where you can catch a glimpse.

Puffins on the Farne Islands, Northumberland

Puffins on the Farne Islands 

The puffins have touched down on the Farne Islands and the breeding season is well under way. Throughout May and June, the colonies will be alive with colour and activity as these charismatic birds introduce their new pufflings to the world.

Walking along the beach at St Michael's Mount, Cornwall

Capture nature in bloom 

With just a few weeks left to take part in our annual photography competition, now’s the time to get outdoors with your camera and capture what nature means to you - whether that’s a barefoot beach walk, a quiet spot in your favourite garden or a woodland adventure with all the family. Be inspired by some of the beautiful images we’ve had so far, before entering your own.

Get snapping
Row of lime trees at The Argory

A 25-year plan for nature 

We welcome the government's plan to protect, restore and enhance the natural environment over the next 25 years.

Thank you

Find nature on your doorstep

Experience nature through the seasons and spot the UK's native species in their natural habitat

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