You don’t need to travel far to see orchids some can be found right here in London. 🌸
Our grasslands and meadows support an amazing variety of plant life, and orchids are one of the best signs of a healthy habitat.
#Orchids #Wildflowers #LondonNature #LondonWildlifeTrust
Our Head of Planning & External Affairs, Richard, was delighted to show Munira Wilson MP around Crane Park Island last week, with support from the fab volunteer leaders.
They discussed the need for a cleaner, more resilient water system — and how we can better balance housing, nature & recreation.
Join the More Natural Capital Coalition's online webinar for a cross-party discussion ahead of the 2026 Borough Elections. Hear how borough councils can act for nature, green space & climate resilience in London.
16th April, 12:30–1:45pm
To register: https://10-pledges-london-2026.eventbrite.co.uk
Caught on camera at Denham Lock Wood this week - a water vole busily gnawing and pulling at a branch! 💚
A very sweet reminder of why these special habitats matter.
#LondonWildlifeTrust #WaterVole
Looking for a fun way to connect with nature in London this spring? 🌿 From creative workshops inspired by the natural world to hands-on citizen science projects, there’s loads to discover at London Wildlife Trust events.
Tap the link below to explore what’s on:
https://ow.ly/905A50YFxvF
Happy Easter to everyone celebrating! 🐣💛
#WildLondon #MallardDucklings #LondonWildlife
April understood the assignment 🌸🦋🌿
Blue carpets, swooping swallows, butterfly cameos and sleepy hedgehogs waking up… nature is putting on a show.
So what are you most excited to see this month? 👀✨
#WildlifeWatch #UKNature #GetOutside #Spring #Wildlife
They are doing such a good job! 🥲
A huge thank you to Meghan Cassidy @cassidymegs for sharing this amazing footage. These pigeons have decided Meghan’s balcony is the perfect nesting spot, and honestly, we’re a little jealous of this front-row seat to urban nature in action🪺
#Pigeon #NestingBirds
LinkedIn coded, but if wildlife had profiles we’d all be begging to join their network 🦫🍃
Honestly, they’re the real thought leaders.💚
Looking for something fun to do this Easter holidays? 🌿🐣
Join us at London Wildlife Trust reserves for family-friendly activities, get creative outdoors, and discover the amazing wildlife on your doorstep.
Book your tickets via the link below👇
https://www.wildlondon.org.uk/events/spring
Soak up spring at a London Wildlife Trust reserve 🌼💚
Join a seasonal watercolour class with Wildlife Drawing, explore buzzing wetlands, and discover the incredible pond life putting on a show this time of year.
Find out more and book your tickets below:
https://www.wildlondon.org.uk/events/spring
Catch the coverage:
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London Wildlife Trust CEO David Mooney being interviewed by BBC London News.
Connecting children—especially those in the city—with nature is so important 🌿
We’re thrilled recent BBC and ITV coverage of our new natural play area at Woodberry Wetlands is helping show how young Londoners can explore wildlife in Hackney.
Children playing in a wooden tunnel
Steve Backshall welcomed students from Homleigh Primary School to explore the new play area for the first time, followed by an outdoor learning session where they discovered wildlife on the reserve.
📷 © AELTC/Andrew Baker
Read the full story: www.wildlondon.org.uk/news/london-...
Steve Backshall with school children pointing with binoculars © AELTC/ Andrew Baker
Yesterday, alongside Steve Backshall, we opened a new natural play area for children at Woodberry Wetlands! 🌳
This project is part of our Championing Nature programme, supported by The All England Lawn Tennis Club and Emirates, which helps young Londoners connect with wildlife and green spaces.
🌿🐛 Everyone’s favourite caterpillar has arrived at Walthamstow Wetlands! 🦋🌈
The world’s most famous caterpillar from Eric Carle’s best-selling book has joined us for a family nature trail.
Dates: Saturday 21st March to 30th June👇
https://ow.ly/4Itu50YsZp3
#WEC #VHC #Ericcarle
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Green butterfly with leaf-like wings perched on a yellow wildflower in a grassy field. Text reads © Daniel Greenwood
London Wildlife Trust staff have spotted their first brimstone butterflies of the season! 💛🦋
Have you seen one yet?👀
These pale yellow butterflies are one of the first signs of spring, often spotted on warmer days in woodlands, hedgerows and gardens.
#BrimstoneButterfly #SpringWildlife
Small brown skylark with streaked feathers perched among dry grass and twigs in a natural setting. Text reads © Vaughn Matthews
A huge win for London’s wildlife! 🎉🌿
This week, Warren Farm in Southall was officially declared a statutory Local Nature Reserve. Meaning 61 acres of precious urban wild space are now legally protected.
Thanks to collective action, Warren Farm is now safe for wildlife and people!
Spring is in the air! 🌿
Experience the season with London Wildlife Trust - join our friendly nature experts for history talks, birding walks, and family workshops. Connect with nature and have a blooming great time. 🌸
Book your spot via the link below👇
https://www.wildlondon.org.uk/events/spring
Have you heard the news? 👀
British wildlife will be appearing on the next Bank of England banknotes.
We’ve got a few suggestions in mind… because honestly, who wouldn’t want a £5 beaver? 🦫
Which animal or bird would you love to see on the new notes? Let us know below 👇
Richard Barnes standing next to the River Wandle being interviewed by Helen Drew from BBC Politics London.
Yesterday, our Head of Planning & External Affairs, Richard Barnes spoke on BBC Politics London about why chalk streams need stronger protection and should be recognised as irreplaceable habitats.
Watch from 22:27 👇
bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m002sgnv/politics-london-08032026
With just a few more days to submit your response to the National Planning Policy Framework, we need your help to speak up for chalk streams!
To have your say, visit the link below👇
https://action.wildlifetrusts.org/page/183198/action/1
#ChalkStreams #SaveOurChalkStreams #StandUpForNature
POV: you’ve just met the people who get way too excited about bats, bogs and brambles 🫶🦇
Meet some of the team making sure London Wildlife Trust can keep restoring the wild places that make this city special.
#meettheteam #LondonNature #LondonWildlifeTrust
March wildlife is busy - nesting, courting, spawning, blooming… it’s all kicking off 🪺🐸🌼
Which one would make your day to see? 👀
#UKWildlife #LondonNature #SpringWildlife #NatureWalks #Spring
This #WorldWildlifeDay, London Wildlife Trust is celebrating Londoners connecting with wildlife.
A family at our Introduction to Hedgehogs made footprint tunnels and set them in our Forest School copse - now we may have hedgehog tracks! Ethan, 7, even wrote a hedgehog poem. 💚🦔✨
One week to go!
Help us to speak up for chalk streams! Use our simple e-action template to submit a response to the National Planning Policy Framework. To have your say, visit the link below👇
https://ow.ly/1J6J50YiLhA
#ChalkStreams #SaveOurChalkStreams #StandUpForNature
Local families pond dipping as they enjoy an Winter Heartbeat Toad Day event, supported as part of the Emirates Championing Nature campaign and run by the London Wildlife Trust. Held at the Centre for Wildlife Gardening in East Dulwich, London. Sunday 22/02/2026. Credit: AELTC/Kieran Cleeves.
Local families enjoy a frog and toad storytime during an Winter Heartbeat Toad Day event, supported as part of the Emirates Championing Nature campaign and run by the London Wildlife Trust. Held at the Centre for Wildlife Gardening in East Dulwich, London. Sunday 22/02/2026. Credit: AELTC/Kieran Cleeves.
Local families making nature arts and crafts as they enjoy an Winter Heartbeat Toad Day event, supported as part of the Emirates Championing Nature campaign and run by the London Wildlife Trust. Held at the Centre for Wildlife Gardening in East Dulwich, London. Sunday 22/02/2026. Credit: AELTC/Kieran Cleeves.
A pair of toads at an Winter Heartbeat Toad Day event, supported as part of the Emirates Championing Nature campaign and run by the London Wildlife Trust. Held at the Centre for Wildlife Gardening in East Dulwich, London. Sunday 22/02/2026. Credit: AELTC/Kieran Cleeves.
At last weekend's Championing Nature Toad Day, we brought families together to connect with the amazing amphibians living right on their doorstep 🐸
From pond dipping to nature crafts and live music, it was a joyful celebration of nature 💚
This was made possible by Wimbledon and Emirates.
Chalk streams are finally mentioned in the National Planning Policy Framework - but it’s not enough. They must be formally classed as irreplaceable habitats for stronger protection from damaging development.
Speak up: use our quick e-action template here 👇 https://ow.ly/7tpS50YiKSH
February might feel like the depths of winter, but the first wild blooms are already out 🌿
Swipe through to spot snowdrops, primroses and other early risers bringing colour to verges, hedgerows and woodland floors!🌼
What have you seen in bloom this month?
#WildFlowers #Spring #LondonNature
