Swansea University scientists confirm ultrasound 'fish disco' system at Hinkley Point C nuclear plant successfully deters marine life from cooling pipes, potentially saving £700m in environmental compensation.
A maple tree has been planted in Trittiford Park to honor Leo Ross, a 12-year-old boy murdered in 2025. Children left painted stones with messages, and volunteers marked what would have been his 14th birthday.
Sandylands Primary School in Morecambe celebrates a new eco-garden, funded by a £47,000 investment from West End Morecambe Big Local. The project, designed by pupils, includes growing areas, bug hotels, and outdoor learning spaces to enhance sustainabilit
Paignton Zoo announces the birth of two endangered king colobus monkeys, marking a significant conservation achievement as major redevelopment plans progress.
Northumberland Wildlife Trust releases two short films documenting its £750,000 Biodiversity Boost Project, featuring grazing initiatives and habitat restoration across key reserves.
Former media executive and star of ABC's Donkey King, Ron King, visits The Donkey Sanctuary in Devon to learn expert donkey care techniques for his California sanctuary.
Commoners of Ashdown Forest are invited to their annual meeting on March 6, 2026, to discuss general affairs and elect a new conservator, with nomination and postal vote deadlines detailed.
The greater Bermuda snail, once thought extinct, has been officially saved after conservationists bred and released over 100,000 individuals back into the wild through a collaborative international effort.
An illegal waste dump containing an estimated 30,000 tonnes of rubbish has been discovered in Kirkby, near Liverpool, described as one of the largest ever found in the UK, posing severe health, environmental and financial risks.
A new survey reveals a resurgence in 'make do and mend' as Brits repair items like toys and vacuums, saving money and reducing waste, driven by cost and eco-consciousness.
Community ranger Jordan Scott leads inaugural guided walk searching for rare Petalwort plant, highlighting conservation efforts and habitat challenges on Sefton Coast.
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council's redevelopment of Market Place in Hatfield town centre has been shortlisted for a Pineapple Award in the Child-Friendly Place category, recognising its transformation into an inclusive, sustainable hub.
Caddick Construction led a major volunteer project at Cross Green Growing Together in Leeds, enhancing garden pathways for improved safety and accessibility for all visitors.
Discover how heated airers like the Speedi Dry Tower XL provide energy-efficient drying for up to 15kg of laundry, offering a practical alternative to tumble dryers during damp winter months.
Chester Zoo celebrates the first successful breeding of Surinam toads, named after Alien film characters due to their unique reproductive process where young develop under the female's skin.
Wildlife Trusts experts recommend leaving leaf piles and wood debris in gardens to attract insects, providing vital winter food for robins, blue tits and wrens.
Gardening experts recommend placing a small rock or ping pong ball in birdbaths to keep water moving and prevent freezing during February's cold weather, supporting garden wildlife.
Community volunteers in St Annes are planting donated Christmas trees on the beach this February to help build natural sand dunes, protecting homes from flooding and restoring vital coastal habitats.
Pupils from Chilton Primary in Ramsgate participated in the 2026 Big Schools' Birdwatch, spotting and identifying birds while supporting RSPB conservation efforts.
Green Sefton's winter dune management programme at Hightown aims to protect key species like Natterjack Toads and Sand Lizards by removing invasive vegetation and restoring native habitats.
Students from Leicester Grammar School join volunteers to plant the first of 22,000 trees at the new James Adler nature reserve in Great Bowden, creating a vital wet woodland habitat for local wildlife.
Baggeridge Country Park, once a major coal colliery, is now a 150-acre family destination near Birmingham, featuring a lake, woodlands, a miniature railway, and adventure activities.
Discover affordable and attractive storage options from Dunelm to declutter your home this January, including fabric trunks, boxes, and baskets starting from just £12.
Chester Zoo announces its Run For Nature event for spring 2026, featuring 10K, 5K, and kids' mile races. Funds raised will protect endangered UK species like hedgehogs and otters.
Garden professionals debunk common online hacks, from banana peel tea to vinegar weed killer, and offer effective alternatives for better plant care.
Year 3 and 4 students from St Michael's C of E Academy in Paignton conducted a beach clean at Goodrington Sands during their 'courageous advocacy week', collecting waste to protect marine life.
Erewash Council invites residents to choose between a woodland-themed or castle-themed playground for a new £75,000 fun zone in Ilkeston, funded by the Shared Prosperity Fund.
Rossendale Ramblers faced icy conditions on Haslingden Grane and enjoyed a sunny pub walk in Kirklees Valley. Upcoming local walks in Irwell Vale and Helmshore offer stunning views.
Dudley Council pledges action to clean up a £150,000 market seating area plagued by pigeons and anti-social behaviour, with plans for jet-washing and a PSPO.
Northumberland Wildlife Trust urges public support for local wildlife in 2026. Discover affordable ways to help birds, hedgehogs, and insects survive winter in your garden.