Could you go outside and test the quality of your local freshwater bodies, including all rivers, streams, lakes, ponds, canals and wetlands between 24-27 April? This vital data helps to build a clearer picture of water quality across the UK. Sign up at earthwatch.org.uk/greatukwaterblitz
28.02.2026 08:46 — 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
Young volunteers work with Adrew from Stoneface Creative to design econiches, sculptures which can also provide habitat for wildife
One of the econiches habitat sculpture designs which will feed into a full-size prototype created by Stoneface Creative
Young volunteers work take inspiration from the natural world to design econiches, sculptures which can also provide habitat for wildife
What if public art could strengthen ecological networks?
As part of our Connecting Limbs project, young volunteers worked with Stoneface Creative to design 'econiches' for riverbanks, to help wildlife adapt to habitat and climate changes.
Next, a full-size prototype. Watch this space!
That's great news Sam! Thank you for sharing. Could you add the details to record.wildsheffield.com please? It all feeds into @nbntrust.bsky.social to be used by ecologists and scientists across the country🥰
25.02.2026 13:43 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Looking for a way to reset? ❄️
FREE Winter Wild Wellbeing session takes place this Saturday, 28 Feb, at Shirecliffe Community Centre S5 8XJ, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Activity: A gentle guided walk (weather permitting) plus nature-connection activities.
🦋 Sign up here: www.tickettailor.com/events/sheff...
Forget the turtle doves - did you know Woodpigeons actually mate for life? 🕊️ This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating the true pros of long-term commitment. Tag your 'mate for life' below! ❤️
📸Logan Walker
#ValentinesDay #Woodpigeon #NatureLovers
It's not too late!🥰
www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
A picture of a fox cub. Text reads 'hey Foxy! Be my Valentine?'
A picture of a two swans with their necks maing the shape of a heart.. Text reads 'You are my swan and only'
A pair of hegehogs in a garden at night. Texxt reads 'hedgehugs and Kisses'
QR code going to https://bit.ly/srwtvalentine
Check out our charity e-cards for #ValentinesDay! It's easier than buying an overpriced card and our charity receives what you would have spent on a piece of cardboard covered in glitter ;) Use the QR code or visit bit.ly/srwtvalentine
11.02.2026 19:01 — 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 1
Gleadless valley survey QR code
If you live in Gleadless Valley, then take this short survey to help understand perceptions of life in Gleadless Valley ahead of Sheffield City Council’s planned regeneration.
09.02.2026 20:13 — 👍 4 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0
It's #WorldWetlandsDay 2026! Apart from providing vital ecosystem services such as flood water storage, wetlands are home to some amazing species, like snipe, lapwing and dazzling dragonflies.
This work at Kilnhurst Ings nature reserve has been made possble thanks to @fcccommunitiesfoundation
Sheffield & Rotherham Widllife trust membership pack, showing Kingfisher magazine, a membership guide and wildlife gardeing leaflets
Sheffield & Rotherham Widllife trust family membership pack, showing Kingfisher magazine, a membership guide, Wildlife Watch kids magazine, stickers and badges
We've extended our half price membership offer for 2 days only!🎉
Join us today and start protecting local wildlife from as little as £1.50 per month - that's less than a coffee!☕
Join us 👉www.wildsheffield.com/membership-offers
*Offer available until Monday 2nd February only.
Two foxes standing on grass near a hedgerow appear to be staring at the camera
January is peak mating season for foxes 🦊
Listen out for their screams and barks at night when they are most active!
📸 Jon Hawkins Surrey Hills Photography
Want to help nature in Sheffield but not sure where to start? Nature Recovery Sheffield is a free programme from Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust, helping people take simple actions for wildlife at home and in their community.
Find out more👇
www.wildsheffield.com/naturesheffi...
We have had some lovely feedback from our wild winter well-being sessions so far!
Join us at one of our free sessions across South Yorkshire and we'll help you banish the winter blues using the power of nature!
Find out more and book onto a session 👇www.wildsheffield.com/events/wellbeing-events/
UK nature is declining fast, yet the Fingleton Review proposes weakening vital protections. Wildlife can’t afford more loss. These plans aren’t law .. yet. There’s still time to act. Speak up now to protect nature. action.wildlifetrusts.org/page/183790/...
14.01.2026 20:20 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
🌿 Tinsley Chai: Women Leading Change 🌿
“Now we are organised, we are ready to advocate for our community, to have a voice in our green spaces, to share our stories and inspire others.” Removing barriers makes nature accessible!
www.wildsheffield.com/local-women-...
A kingfisher against a green background. It is holding one wing out as if pointing.
Do you shop at @Waitrose in Sheffield? We've been chosen to be one of the lucky charities you can vote for between now and March. Use the power of your #GreenToken and we could receive up to £1500 to do more amazing things for nature!
📸©Joshua Copping, All Rights Reserved
🏋️ Our Monster Clean-up at Carbrook Ravine Tuesday (13th) from 10am to 3pm beats any gym, with intense workouts (hard-to-reach large debris), and relaxed efforts (smaller items) 😆 Any assistance appreciated, whether just for an hour or the entire day!🙏
www.tickettailor.com/events/sheff...
We're on the lookout for a Senior Nature Recovery Manager to oversee the stewardship of our stunning environments. Help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity within your circles. Visit www.wildsheffield.com/about/work-f... for more details.
www.wildsheffield.com/about/work-f...
Step into 2026 with a wild walk! 🚶
Snowy walk scene image From gentle strolls to rugged hikes, our nature reserves are bursting with winter wonder. Tag us in your first #12DaysWild walk of the year and discover trails near you 👉
Start the New Year a little bit wilder with half price membership!💚
Until 31st January, become a member for half the usual price and protect special wildlife moments just like this.
Become a member for half price 👇
www.wildsheffield.com/membership-offers/
A hare on a cold morning, you can see the mist from it's breath
Happy New Year from all of us at Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust! 🎉🌿
Your support helped wildlife thrive in 2025 - Thank you! Here’s to another year of wild adventures! 💚
📸 Andrew Parkinson/2020VISION
Have you ever really, really looked at your river? We're inviting you to do just that with the River Sheaf River Walk. Get your free digital pack
actionnetwork.org/forms/sign-u... and tell us what you notice.
Want to know more about it? Read this!👇
@sammgreg.bsky.social @nowthenmag.bsky.social
Full story: www.wildsheffield.com/liz-ballard-...
31.12.2025 11:38 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
Liz Ballard is smiling at the camera. She has short hair and is wearing a black fleece jacket with the Sheffield 7 Rotherham wildlife trust logo on it. She appears to be at Blacka Moor nature reserve on a sunny day.
Join us in congratulating Liz Ballard, who has been awarded an MBE in the King’s New Year Honours List in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the environment over her 13 years as CEO of Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust!
31.12.2025 10:00 — 👍 14 🔁 4 💬 1 📌 0
Start 2026 with nature in mind! 🌱
🚲 Try walking, cycling, or taking public transport more often
💧 Learn how to save water at home
🥦 Go plant-based one day a week
Let’s make this year wildly sustainable! 💚
Learn more and take action 👉 wildlifetrusts.org/actions/change-how-you-travel
#12DaysWild
On the 5th day of #12DaysWild, we’re going completely nuts for red squirrels! 🌰🐿️
Red squirrels don’t hibernate, but they’re clever planners, squirrelling away stores of food to keep them going through the colder months.
Learn more about this species 👉
Time to spruce up your tree knowledge! 🎄
This #12DaysWild, head outdoors and learn to spot the trees that make winter so magical 🌿✨
Explore our tree ID guide 👉
Day 3 of #12DaysWild celebrates the December moth, a winter flyer with a furry body and charcoal wings marked by white lines. Females are larger and can be found near woods or by windows on frosty evenings.
📸 Vaughn Matthews
For day 2 of 12 Days Wild, bundle up with a hot drink and take a look up at the night sky! 🌙✨⭐💫
#12DaysWild
Wild tidings! It’s the first day of #12DaysWild ❄️🌨️
Winter may make you want to hibernate, but nature is full of life. From robins and wrens to foxes, there’s plenty to see on a festive walk through nature.
Use our spotter sheet, tell us which species you spot and don’t forget to share your photos👇
