Drone Footage Shows 500-Acre Wildfire in Wales
Drone footage captures a massive 500-acre wildfire in Wales, with firefighters battling the blaze. The fire has caused significant damage and is under investigation.
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Grass Fire Aftermath at Black Country Park Revealed
A large grass fire at a popular Black Country park has left significant damage, with firefighters tackling the blaze for hours. The cause remains under investigation.
Free Nature Trail at Druridge Bay Reserve This Summer
A free self-guided nature trail with ten stops, interactive quiz, and sticker reward launches at Druridge Bay reserve, funded by People's Postcode Lottery.
Widow Refuses £4.5m to Save 500-Year-Old Oak Tree
A 79-year-old widow in Birmingham has refused a £4.5 million offer for her garden to make way for a bypass, in a bid to save a 500-year-old oak tree on her property.
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Long Mynd Roads Shut After Wildfire
The National Trust has closed roads on the Long Mynd in Shropshire following a wildfire that broke out on the heathland. The fire, which started on Sunday, has been contained but access remains restricted for safety.
National Trust closes Long Mynd roads after wildfire
The National Trust has closed roads on the Long Mynd in Shropshire following a wildfire that burned 4 hectares of heathland, urging visitors to stay away.
Solihull Wins 21 Green Flag Awards, Highest in West Midlands
Solihull has secured 21 Green Flag Awards for 2026, the highest in the West Midlands, with Widney Manor Cemetery and Blythe Valley Park joining the list.
Wythenshawe Park Wetland Restoration Makes Fish Smile
A £40,000 restoration project at Wythenshawe Park's Nan Nook Woodlands has transformed a dried-up pond into a thriving wetland, benefiting wildlife and the community.
Crop fire in Wombourne sparks avoid area warning
A large crop fire in Wombourne, Staffordshire, prompted emergency warnings for residents to close windows and doors and avoid the area on July 15.
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Hyndburn Retains Green Flag for 11 Parks, Plans 12th
Hyndburn celebrates retaining Green Flag status for 11 parks. Plans to improve Bullough Park aim for a 12th award next year.
Midland Park Wins Green Flag After £2.7m Makeover
Britannia Park in Rowley Regis has been awarded the prestigious Green Flag following a £2.7m renovation. It is the only new addition among 17 Sandwell sites receiving the award in 2026.
Over 100 West Midlands parks get Green Flag Award
More than 100 parks and green spaces across the West Midlands have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award for 2024-2025, recognising their high standards.
West Midlands Invasive Plant Hotspots Mapped
Japanese knotweed hotspots in the West Midlands and Black Country have been identified, with Birmingham, Dudley, and Sandwell among the worst affected areas.
Championing Nature Event Celebrates Pollinators in Wythenshawe
A free community event in Wythenshawe Park on July 11 will celebrate pollinators, featuring workshops, seed bomb making, and a BioBlitz, as part of the Championing Nature project.
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Pontypridd Group Races to Save Woodland Before Deadline
Tir Pontypridd must raise £40,000 by July 14 to buy eight acres of ancient woodland, with nearly half already raised through community efforts.
West Bromwich Parkland Blaze Bigger Than 20 Football Pitches
More than 40 firefighters and 10 crews are battling a massive parkland fire in West Bromwich, covering an area larger than 20 football pitches, with 145,000 square metres ablaze.
Manchester Festival of Nature Draws Thousands to Heaton Park
Over 5,000 people attended the Manchester Festival of Nature at Heaton Park, engaging with conservationists, parades, and hands-on activities to learn about local wildlife.
Water voles return to North Devon after 24 years
Water voles are being reintroduced to North Devon after being declared functionally extinct in 2000, following a major National Trust habitat restoration project at Woolacombe that created 20 ponds, planted 26,000 trees, and restored natural watercourses.
West Midlands Council Boosts Recycling Rates with New Plan
Solihull Council introduces a new recycling service and food waste collection to increase its recycling rate from 38% to 50% by 2030, aligning with government targets.
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£5,000 Donation Boosts Path Access at Essex Wildlife Trust
Essex Wildlife Trust will use a £5,000 donation from Persimmon Homes Essex to buy a specialist mower, improving footpath access at reserves across South Essex for all visitors.
Attract Ladybirds to Your Garden for Natural Pest Control
Insect Week runs June 22-28, highlighting the importance of insects. Ladybird numbers are booming, and they are natural pest controllers. Learn how to create a bug hotel and identify UK ladybird species.
Exmouth Students Remove 5.5kg Plastic from Beach
29 students from Exmouth Community College removed 5.5kg of plastic waste from Exmouth Beach, combining beach cleaning with environmental education and community engagement.
New Mills parents create garden for daughter lost to SUDEP
Jo and Steve Catchpole have created a garden in memory of their daughter Harriet, who died from SUDEP aged 29, to raise awareness about epilepsy and its impact on mental health.
Baby Beaver Boom in West Midlands Forest
New beaver kits born in West Midlands forest mark major milestone for reintroduction project, boosting population to 10.
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National Trust Reintroduces Water Voles to Shropshire
The National Trust has released 150 water voles at a Shropshire site to boost the declining population of Britain's most endangered mammal.
West Midlands Man Jailed for Fly-Tipping
A West Midlands man has been jailed for 18 months after being labelled 'Britain's most prolific fly-tipper' for dumping waste across the region.
Llandrindod Repair Café Marks Great Big Green Week
Llandrindod Repair Café marked Great Big Green Week with repairs, demos, and a focus on sustainability. Volunteers fixed items to reduce waste.
Major Oak Confirmed Dead After 1,000 Years
Nottinghamshire's legendary Major Oak, Robin Hood's hideout, has been confirmed dead. Experts blame centuries of tourism for soil compaction, which made it vulnerable to climate change.
Belted Galloway Bullocks Arrive at Wilding Site
A herd of Belted Galloway bullocks has arrived at Northumberland Wildlife Trust's West Chevington coastal wilding site as part of conservation grazing efforts.
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Wildlife Trust Supports Nottingham City Vision 2050
Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust welcomes the new Nottingham City Vision 2050, praising its nature-first approach and the £4m plan to transform Old Market Square with new greenspace.
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