Bat Boxes Installed by Welshpool Interact Club
Welshpool Interact Club receives 10 bat boxes from Llanfyllin Men's Shed, joining 10 bug hotels. Funded by Powys Nature Partnership, boxes will be installed in Welshpool and along the railway.
Category : Environment
Longhorn Cattle Leave, Dunes Thrive on Sefton Coast
English Longhorns leave Sefton dunes after winter grazing, boosting wildflowers and rare species like Natterjack Toads and Sand Lizards.
New Wildflower Plots in Bootle's Poets Park After Community Call
Four new wildflower plots are being created in Bootle's Poets Park following community research. Volunteers and schoolchildren help sow seeds for a riot of color from spring to summer.
Volunteers Collect 100+ Bags of Litter in Cefn Mawr
Dedicated volunteers in Cefn Mawr collected over 100 bags of rubbish in less than a month, transforming local streets and parks with support from Cefn Community Council.
Estate Wins King’s Award for Sustainable Development
Courteenhall estate in Northamptonshire receives King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development for its regenerative farming, net-zero goal, and community support.
DWP Warns of Job Loss Risks for 34 Million UK Workers
DWP boss Pat McFadden warns that 34 million UK workers face job loss risks due to the Iran war, with rising energy costs and labor market implications.
UK May Restrict Glyphosate in EU Trade Deal Shift
A potential EU trade deal could force the UK to restrict glyphosate, a weedkiller linked to cancer. Campaigners urge a ban, citing health and environmental risks.
RSPB Bans Bird Seed Feeding Until November
The RSPB urges UK households to stop leaving seed out for birds from May 1 to October 31 to reduce disease risk, as natural food is abundant.
Waitrose First UK Supermarket to Ban Mackerel Sales from May
Waitrose has become the first UK retailer to suspend mackerel sourcing due to sustainability concerns, with fresh, chilled, and frozen lines removed by April 29.
9 Best Raised Beds for Easy Gardening: Wood, Metal & Plastic
Discover nine top-rated raised beds for your garden, from wooden trellis planters to metal beds with legs. Ideal for back-friendly gardening and perfect for herbs, tomatoes, and climbing plants.
30,000 Tonne Waste Dump Probed at Midlands Beauty Spot
A criminal investigation has been launched after 30,000 tonnes of shredded domestic waste was illegally dumped at Cave's Inn Pits, a protected SSSI near Shawell, Leicestershire.
BiGDUG Storage Solutions for Cluttered Sheds
Transform your cluttered shed with BiGDUG heavy-duty shelving and workbenches. Practical ideas to maximise space and organise tools efficiently.
Nearly 476k Drivers Exempt from New £440 EV Tax Charge
Almost 476,000 drivers will avoid the £440 Expensive Car Supplement (ECS) as Chancellor Rachel Reeves raises the threshold to £50,000 for EVs.
Green Hustle Festival Returns to Nottingham May 30
Green Hustle Festival returns to Nottingham on May 30 with free activities celebrating green living, creativity, and community in Old Market Square and beyond.
UK households urged not to cut grass in May
UK households are urged to avoid mowing lawns in May to support pollinators, keep bird feeders full, and promote wildlife-friendly gardens.
UK Butterflies Face Crisis: Vote for Britain's Favourite Species
Butterflies and moths in the UK face habitat decline. A new vote aims to find Britain's Favourite Butterfly, raising awareness for conservation. Learn about threatened species and how to take part in the Big Butterfly Count.
Cheshire Wildlife Trust £250K Appeal for New Reserve
Cheshire Wildlife Trust aims to raise £250,000 to purchase Fox Hill, a 58-acre site in the Peak District, to expand and connect existing reserves for wildlife recovery.
Lincolnshire Hospitals Join Too Good To Go App to Cut Waste
Lincolnshire hospitals partner with Too Good To Go app to sell surplus food at a discount, reducing waste and supporting sustainability.
9 Kitchen Items Banned from Recycling Bins Under New England Rules
Nine common kitchen items are now banned from recycling bins in England under the Simpler Recycling scheme. The Labour government's new rules standardize collections nationwide.
Invasive Himalayan Balsam Threatens UK Wildlife: How to Help
Himalayan balsam, an invasive plant spreading across the UK, damages riverbanks and outcompetes native species. Learn how to identify and remove it responsibly.
Drivers Face Licence Loss Under New Fly-Tipping Penalties
New Labour government rules empower courts to strip licences or add 9 points for fly-tipping, with repeat offenders risking disqualification under DEFRA's Waste Crime Action Plan.
UK Set for 26C Heat Surge: 38 Counties to Sizzle on Friday
Temperatures could surge to 26C across the UK on Friday, May 1, as the Met Office predicts a humid day. See the full list of 38 counties expected to hit 20C or above.
May Bank Holiday 2026 Weather: Mixed Sunshine and Showers
The Met Office forecasts a mixed May Bank Holiday weekend with sunny intervals and showers. London may see highs of 22°C on Saturday, but cooler and unsettled weather follows.
FareShare Earth Raise Appeal Launches on World Earth Day
FareShare Sussex & Surrey launches Earth Raise matched fundraising appeal on World Earth Day to tackle food waste, food poverty, and climate change.
7,000 Trees Planted for New Woodland in Nanpantan
Charnwood Borough Council completes planting 7,000 trees on 8.6-hectare site in Nanpantan, creating new woodland funded by National Forest grant of £170,000.
Wiltshire Farmers Plan UK's First Micro-Scale Tannery
James and Katie Allen seek to open a heritage tannery at Great Cotmarsh Farm near Broad Town, reviving the traditional craft of oak bark tanning with a sustainable, traceable leather production.
Super El Niño: Drought Risk for West Midlands and Staffordshire
The 'super El Niño' phenomenon could bring a prolonged hot, dry summer to the UK, increasing drought risks for the West Midlands and Staffordshire.
Street Cleaners Rescue Kittens Dumped in Bag in Atherstone
Council street cleaners David and Carl found eight abandoned kittens in a plastic bag at Royal Meadow Drive Recreation Ground in Atherstone early on April 25, 2026.
Dunelm's £24 Underbed Storage Bag Gets Rave Reviews
Dunelm's Elements Sutton Woven Stripe Underbed Storage Bag, at £24, earns praise for fitting 'so much inside' and looking tidy on display. Available in green and pink.
Aztec Adventure Aqua Park Opens May 2 Near Birmingham
Aztec Adventure near Bromsgrove reopens May 2 with Europe's first Junior Aqua Park, beach bus, and water sports. Just off M5, 30 mins from Birmingham.
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