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Durham Wildlife Trust is a charity and was established in 1971, originally as the Durham County Conservation Trust, becoming Durham Wildlife Trust in 1988. The Trust operates across the area of the old County Durham, which today includes Darlington, Gateshead, South Tyneside and Sunderland.
Durham Wildlife Trust is part of the federation of 46 charities across the U.K. that together form the Wildlife Trusts. Recognised by their badger logo, each individual Wildlife Trust is an independent organisation conserving wildlife in its local area. The Trusts are membership organisations with a strong volunteering tradition. Each Trust was originally founded by dedicated volunteers with a passion to conserve their local wildlife. Acting locally and making a difference nationally. Source
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Search ArticlesCommon terns take up residence on donated raft at Rainton Meadows
A tern raft at Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve has welcomed its first chicks. Nesting common terns were seen on the structure earlier this summer, and chicks spotted in recent weeks. The raft, donated by a long‑standing benefactor of Durham Wildlife Trust, was installed to give the birds a safe, predator‑free place to breed. Staff and volunteers were thrilled to spot chicks on the platform, marking success for the project.
Art we lucky | Durham
Sunderland artist Victoria Tanner unveiled her new exhibition, Wild, at 24NE Gallery in early August. It features a vibrant celebration of North East conservation encapsulated into a striking feature wall of colour, texture and local wildlife. The preview evening drew a warm crowd of supporters, artists and wildlife enthusiasts, all eager to see the collection of more than 30 original artworks, inspired by species and landscapes found across the region.
Incredible Invertebrates
This summer, we're celebrating our incredible invertebrates! Some are beautiful, others fascinating – but all are important. Did you know? As many as 87% of our plants are pollinated by animals (and the majority by insects) 🐞🪲🐝 Until the 1st of September, we’re giving a free i-spy book and a free bag of bee bombs to new family members, to help you to learn more about our littlest local species and grow your own wildflower haven at home 🌼
Incredible journeys: marine litter across distance and decades
National Marine Week is the Wildlife Trusts' annual celebration of UK seas. This year’s theme is, ‘Incredible Journeys’. From coastal birds travelling thousands of miles for the nesting season, to species of fish migrating across rivers and seas, our marine environments are shaped by so many remarkable journeys each and every day! As an active member of the Heritage Coast Partnership, Durham Wildlife Trust regularly leads a range of beach care activities along the Durham Coast.
Ocean odysseys | Durham
Ocean drifters For two long years, the tiny creature drifted with ocean currents like a leaf on the wind. At first, it was flattened and transparent, a see-through sliver of life, a miniature ghost in the vast Atlantic. But eventually, it transformed. Its body rounded out, becoming more cylindrical, a glass noodle just a few inches long. Finding itself free of the open ocean, close to shore, the creature rode the tides into a river mouth.
Moths in the mail
Today, Royal Mail unveiled a beautiful new set of stamps featuring ten moths found in the UK. Some are exceptionally rare, hanging on in only in a few locations. Others can be seen widely across the UK, even turning up in gardens. All are worthy of celebration! Let’s meet the moths coming to an envelope near you… © Stamp Design Royal Mail Group Ltd (2026) This regal moth can be seen flying on sunny days in April and May, powering over heathlands and other scrubby habitats.
A handful of green hope
Six months ago - as part of our Defra-funded Stronger Shores project - we planted nursery-grown dwarf eelgrass (Nanozostera noltii) at our Alnmouth trial site after almost two years of site assessments, permissions, frame design and manufacture, field testing, modification and environmental monitoring. The frame itself has been a bit of a journey. Early trials quickly showed that what looks sensible on paper doesn't always work on a mudflat.
Help wildlife in the hot weather
Lend a helping hand to wildlife in hot weather. Keep your watering stations topped up with water, and let some of your garden grow wild to provide shade for animals. As hot weather and heatwaves become more frequent due to climate change, there are ways that you can help the wildlife in your garden to cope. Even a small change can make a big difference, so get involved and let your garden grow for nature. Leave out a shallow dish of water for thirsty birds, mammals and insects.
The best plants for bees and pollinators
Many of our prettiest insects feed on nectar, so need flowering plants for their survival. Butterflies, moths, bees and hoverflies all need sources of nectar and pollen to thrive. As they travel from flower to flower, they also pollinate them, enabling them to set seed or bear fruit. So, setting up a nectar café benefits both your plants and you, allowing you to enjoy the flitting and fluttering of beautiful butterflies.
Birds | Durham
Visit one of our nature reserves located across the region or take a walk and stop for a coffee and cake at one of our fabulous coffee shops located in our visitor centres at Rainton Meadows and Low Barns.