CONSERVATION & WILDLIFE

Bestwood Country Park  
The Bestwood ranger team is always looking for willing
volunteers to help them look after this 700acre remnant
of Sherwood Forest. Tools & training provided, just
bring a packed lunch, suitable clothing, willing hands & a
sense of humour! Meet at Alexandra Lodge. Mondays
(exc BH) and every first Sunday 10am-3pm 0115 927 3674

BTCV UK's largest practical conservation charity.
Taking part in our practical projects is easy.
Call 0115 931 3316 for info

Friends of Rushcliffe Country Park
We meet on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 9.30am and
work until around 2 pm If you are interested in
practical conservation work or learning or sharing your knowledge of wildlife, contact the park rangers on 0115 921 5865

Netherfield Wildlife Group was initially created to monitor and promote the Netherfield Lagoons Local Nature Reserve in Nottinghamshire as a wildlife refuge. A range of events and trips are also organised for our 130+ members. www.netherfieldwildlife.org.uk

Nottinghamshire Biodiversity Action Group. A
partnership of voluntary, statutory and community
groups working together to conserve and enhance the
wildlife of Nottinghamshire to the benefit of people.
www.nottsbag.org.uk Tel 0115 977 4213

Nottinghamshire Birdwatchers
Field trips in and out of County. Monthly newsletter and Annual Report.

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust 0115 958 8242
The Old Ragged School, Brook Street, Nottingham
Practical conservation projects, several local groups
www.wildlifetrust.org.uk/nottinghamshire
LOCAL GROUPS
Nottingham Ann Broughton 0115 962 2427
South Notts Dennis Heffernan 0115 923 1838
Beeston Wildlife Group Bill Wheatley 0115 925 0208
Gedling Barry Ellis 0115 955 4660
www.southnottswildlife.org.uk
CONSERVATION VOLUNTEER DAYS (FORMERLY ‘WORK PARTIES’)
GEDLING AREA: 3RD SATURDAY IN THE MONTH 10am - 1.30pm
Contact: Barry Ellis 0115 955 4660
BINGHAM LINEAR PARK NATURE RESERVE
3RD SUNDAY IN THE MONTH 10am start
Contact: Bill Bacon 01949 838 585
BUNNY WOOD NATURE RESERVE
3RD SUNDAY IN THE MONTH 10am start
Contact: Chris Terrell-Nield 0115 937 4906
SKYLARKS NATURE RESERVE
MONTHLY - TIMES VARY
Contact: Keith Wakerley 0115 933 3280 for details
WILFORD CLAYPITS NATURE RESERVE
2ND SATURDAY IN THE MONTH 1pm - 4pm
Contact: Derek Rudge 0115 910 0712
WILWELL FARM CUTTING NATURE RESERVE
1ST SATURDAY IN THE MONTH 1pm - 4pm
Contact: Gordon Dyne 0115 878 4842

WILDLIFE WATCH- - The Junior Branch of Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust
Young nature lovers between 8 and 15 can find out more about wildlife
by getting involved in a range of fun activities - exploring their surroundings
and discovering more about the natural world. Come to monthly meetings
in your area, run by experienced leaders. Dates and venues may vary;
please phone before attending.
ATTENBOROUGH GROUP: 3RD Sun in the month at Attenborough Nature Centre. 1.30pm – 3.30pm. Contact: Jo Sanderson-Mann 01332 870192 or Lynn Victor 0115 958 8242
BULWELL GROUP: 1ST Sat in the month, Bulwell Hall Park: meet at the Toy Library at the entrance to the Park, off Sandhurst Road. 10.30am -12.30pm. Contact: Simon Jenkins 0115 915 2733, Marie Wilkinson 07890 629 350 or Lynn Victor 0115 958 8242
NOTTINGHAM CITY GROUP: 1ST Sat in the month, Wollaton Hall and Park: meet at the Courtyard Studio (middle courtyard) 10.15am - 12.15pm Contact: Lynn Victor 0115 958 9242
RUSHCLIFFE COUNTRY PARK GROUP: 2ND Sat in the month, Rushcliffe Country Park, Mere Way, Ruddington:In the Education Room. 11am-1pm Contact: Ranger’s Office 0115 921 5865, or Laura Mayhew 07545 131 792

RSPB Nottingham
Indoor meetings at New Mechanics Institute,
North Sherwood St, 1st Wed, 7.30-9.30pm Sep-Apr
Contact the Secretary on 0115 927 9742
Check the website for details of events

Rushcliffe Barn Owl Project
Report sightings to Clive James 0115 974 4729 or
Howard Broughton 937 4474

SHERWOOD FOREST CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERS
First and third Sunday each month in winter 10am - 3pm
Help the rangers look after Nottinghamshire's only National Nature Reserve and at the same time have fun, learn new skills, meet new people and get fitter! We'll provide the tools, training and the all important tea and biscuits. Meet at the visitor centre at 10am. Tel 01623 823202 (Not suitable for under 14s.14-18 year olds must be accompanied by an adult)

Wild Kids - Monthly wildlife club on Saturdays for children aged 4+. Drop into our wildlife club to find out more about nature on our patch.
No need to to book - just pop along from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. Please note all children must be accompanied by an adult.
Tel: 0115 972 1777 www.attenboroughnaturecentre.co.uk

Young Rangers. at Attenborough Nature Reserve
For 13-16 year olds who want to get involved in the outdoors
- a great chance to have a go at many different practical
conservation tasks. Free of charge. Times and dates vary.
Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777