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Star Snot: The Curious Case of Star Jelly

Leave a Comment / News / Jeannette Martin

Every so often, walkers, gardeners, and wildlife enthusiasts stumble across something strange: a translucent, jelly-like blob shimmering on grass, soil, or even tree branches. It looks otherworldly — as if […]

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The Loss of a Legend: Whitewebbs Oak

Leave a Comment / News / Jeannette Martin

Whitewebbs Oak Felled in Enfield In early April 2025, one of London’s most ancient and ecologically significant trees — the Whitewebbs Oak — was controversially cut down on the edge

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A Glimpse Into Rural Life: School Absences in the 19th Century

Leave a Comment / News / Jeannette Martin

We recently came across a fascinating newspaper clipping referencing Cheshire Village Memories, a book compiled from diaries, logbooks, and personal accounts dating back to the Victorian era. Within it are

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RSPB Bird Watch Count 2026

News / Anne Brooks

This year’s RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch once again reminded me just how lively and varied a small patch of garden can be, even in the depths of winter. Armed with

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Looking Ahead: Our Exciting Programme of Wildlife Talks for 2026

Leave a Comment / News / Jeannette Martin

After a wonderful year of inspiring speakers and nature discoveries, we are delighted to announce our 2026 programme—a line-up packed with adventure, expertise, and fascinating journeys into the natural world.

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Don’t forget RSPB Bird Watch Count 2026

Archive / Jeannette Martin

Don’t foegt the RSPB Bird Watch Count in January, set the date! Please review the last year results here. This year I managed to record 21 different species, three more

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2025 -A Wonderful Year of Wildlife Talks: Looking Back with Gratitude

Leave a Comment / Archive / Jeannette Martin

This year has been an exceptional one for our Wildlife Society, filled with inspiring speakers, fascinating stories, and unforgettable insights into the natural world. Each month brought something new, and

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Top autumn reserves to visit in Essex

Leave a Comment / Archive / Jeannette Martin

With shorter days, crisp temperatures, blazing colours and the arrival of familiar migratory birds, autumn in Essex is an exciting season, bustling with energy and opportunities. A time to enjoy

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Grass Snakes at Repentance

Archive / Anne Brooks

Not only have we seen a fully grown grass snake at Repentance this year, but we’ve also had the delight of spotting baby grass snakes — a sure sign they

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Don’t forget – The Big Butterfly Count!!

Archive / Anne Brooks

With the Big Butterfly Count currently on and ending August 10, I’ve noticed more butterflies this year, it might be because I’ve more nettles in the garden but here are

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