Conservation at sea
Find out about the conservation work we do at sea
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Conservation in the countryside
Find out about the conservation work Dorset Wildlife Trust does in the countryside
Conservation work on land
Find out about the wildlife conservation we do on land
Successful ‘Wild Paths’ training scheme returns to combat skills shortage
The Wild Paths training scheme is now open for new applications. This popular training programme is back to train Dorset’s next conservationists in protecting the county’s wildlife and wild places…
Conservation in partnership
Have a look at the partner projects Dorset Wildlife Trust involved in
Lorton Meadows Conservation Centre
The Lorton Meadows Nature Reserve is open all year around. Visit Meadow Barn at the Conservation Centre to plan your day exploring the nature reserve using our guides and maps.
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Six new Marine Conservation Zones designated in Dorset
Dorset Wildlife Trust is delighted to learn that all 41 of the proposed Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs) in England, have been designated. This includes six sites in Dorset. MCZ is a type of…
£15,000 Donation secured for conservation traineeship
Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) is delighted to receive a donation from Winfrith Newburgh & East Knighton (WN&EK) Parish Council of over £15,000 towards DWT’s Heathland Heritage Traineeship.…
Poole Harbour oil spill
We are deeply concerned about the news of the oil spill in Poole Harbour and its potential impact on wildlife, especially at this time of year when breeding seabirds such as ospreys and terns are…
Heath fritillary
The rare heath fritillary was on the brink of extinction in the 1970s, but conservation action turned its fortunes around. It is still confined to a small number of sites in the south of England,…
Courses and workshops
Take your pick from our fantastic range of courses for adults and teens including nature journaling, wildlife-themed crafts, botanical and wildlife identification and practical conservation skills. Come and learn a new skill in a relaxed and fun atmosphere with friendly and knowledgeable tutors.
Discounted wills
Dorset Wildlife Trust has teamed up with local solicitors to provide our supporters with a year-round opportunity to write or update an existing will.