Wild marjoram
Wild marjoram is actually the same aromatic herb as oregano which is used in Mediterranean cooking. Its small, pink flower clusters can be seen on chalk and limestone grasslands in summer.
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Water vole by Terry Whittaker/2020VISION
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Endangered Species Wildlife Conservation
Lots of species of local wildlife are endangered. The Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust helps with wildlife conservation by protecting the habitat for local wildlife. Learn how you can help endangered species and your local wildlife.
Species new to Britain found at Rushbeds Wood
Penny Cullington, of Bucks Fungus Group, writes about discovering two species of fungi new to Britain at BBOWT's Rushbeds Wood nature reserve
Help save our species from extinction urges nature charity
A nature charity is appealing for urgent public donations to fund projects to help save species from extinction.
Marram grass
The dense, spiky tufts of Marram grass are a familiar sight on our windswept coasts. In fact, its matted roots help to stabilise sand dunes, allowing them to grow up and become colonised by other…
Good news for two of BBOWT's butterfly species in the State of the UK Butterflies Report 2015
Today’s The State of the UK’s Butterflies 2015 report from Butterfly Conservation and the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology shows that more than three-quarters of the UK’s butterflies have declined…
Special events
Special events to thank our supporters.
Special events 2023
Every year, we invite our valued supporters to special exclusive events to say thank you. Find out more information or book onto one today.
Special events 2024
Every year, we invite our valued supporters to special exclusive events to say thank you. Find out more information or book onto one today.
Species
Discover more about our amazing wildlife in the UK! Learn more about the plants and animals on your doorstep.
Special places, hidden stories
The BBOWT team tell us about their favourite spots and what makes them so special. This month: The Frozen Dragon Tree
Wild cherry
The mass of white, frothy blossom on a wild cherry is a sight to behold. Planted as an ornamental tree, it also grows wild in woods and hedges. Its red fruits are the edible cherries we know and…