‘The future is much too important to be left to chance... ...I am sure that, like me, you are also concerned about the future of our planet." Sir David Attenborough, Vice-President of The Wildlife Trusts

Will for Wildlife

A gift in your will is one of the most valuable ways you can help save our wildlife. Your kindess can help ensure a future for wildlife in the town or countryside and in our seas that you know and enjoy today.

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Legacies have already helped us to:

 

We could not achieve any of this without Legacies from our supporters - you really can make a difference.

If you are thinking of leaving the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales a legacy, the following information should help.

What Should You Do Next?

If you already have a will and would like to include a legacy to the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales all you have to do is:

Your Solicitor can add your request to your existing Will - this is known as a codicil.

If you need to make a Will, the first step is to talk to your solicitor. This will ensure that your Will is legally correct and that all your wishes are carried out.

Your Solictitor will be able to help you:

If you need further help please contact Amanda Yeoman on 01656 724100

To help you decide how you would like to give to the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales, the types of Legacy are detailed below:

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Pecuniary Bequest - This is when you leave a specific sum of money. Please remember that inflation may impact on the amount we may actually receive.

Specific Bequest - This is when you choose to leave a specific item such as a painting, jewellery or even your home.

Residual Bequest - you may choose to leave whatever is left over once all your other bequests are made and all costs met. This is the residue of your estate.

Letting Us Know

Please let us know if you have included a legacy to the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales in your Will. This helps us plan for the future and ensures we can keep you up to date with the work of the Trust.

Thank you for your support

Will for Wildlife Week (20th October to 27th October)

During Will for Wildlife Week, The Wildlife Trust is highlighting the importance of making a will – not only to look after loved ones but also to help protect local natural heritage for future generations to enjoy.

Over the past 50 years, legacies have helped the Wildlife Trust restore habitats and landscapes to the beauty and variety we once took for granted. They have helped us to save sites from the threat of development, and look after rare species, such as the otter and barn owl, which were once such a common feature of our countryside. Legacies are a way of protecting these precious species and sites so that they can be enjoyed by our grandchildren, and great-grandchildren - forever.

With average house prices rising so steeply, more and more estates are now liable for Inheritance Tax, which can be reduced or avoided with a thoughtful charitable bequest. Visiting a solicitor to discuss your needs could save your family a lot of money, and benefit your favourite charity. The Wildlife Trust has secured the support of six local solicitors to provide discounted will writing services for supporters of the Wildlife Trust.  Details of participating solicitors are listed below.

Madeleine Havard, Chief Executive of the Trust, says:

“We believe that many people would like to write or update their will to reflect their current situation, but simply haven’t got round to it yet. With the support of solicitors and banks, our Will for Wildlife discounts have made it easier for supporters to look after their family and friends and to remember their favourite charities such as The Wildlife Trust.

Legacies can make such a big different to the wildlife that we are working to protect – anyone who is interested in leaving a gift in their will would be welcome to come and meet and talk to us about our future plans –  linking our sites with others across Wales to provide wildlife connections to help mitigate for climate change is a long term aim that needs both commitment and funding.  That is why legacies can make such a difference. Writing a will is something that more than one in four people put off until it is too late. A clearly written will, kept updated throughout your life, is essential to ensure that your wishes are respected.”

Solicitors participating in Will for Wildlife

Mr Anthony Jenkins, Ungoed-Thomas & King Solicitors, 6 Quay Street, Carmarthen, SA31 3JX, 01267 239192

Will for Wildlife Offer - Free Will Writing service in October 2007 and fixed price of £125 for a single will and £175 for a Joint Will (a saving of 10%) during the rest of the year.  These offers are for straightforward simple wills.

 

Mr Philip Davies, Hains & Lewis Solicitors, 7 St. James Street, Narberth, Pembrokeshire, SA67 7BZ, 0845 408 0125

Will for Wildlife Offer - Half price will writing service during October 2007

 

Mr Eirian Williams,  Eirian J WilliamsA'I Gwmni Solicitors,  4-5 Bridge Street, Llandysul SA44 4BA,  01559 363244.

Will for Wildlife Offer - Annual discounted will writing service – fixed price of £50 for Single Will or £75 for a Joint Will.

 

Miss Cherry Stuckey,  Freed & Co Solicitors,  19 St. Andrews Crescent, Cardiff CF10 3DB, 029 2022 2685

Will for Wildlife Offer – 10% discount during October 2007   

 

Mrs J Casaru or Mrs N Morgan , Hugh Williams Limited, 81 Rhosmaen Street, Llandeilo, SA19 6HD, 01558 823 417

Will for Wildlife Offer - Annual discount of 25%.

 

Mr J A Lewis, Sheehans Solicitors, 40-41a Alfred Street, Neath, SA11 1EH, 01639 630844

Will for Wildlife Offer – Annual Discount of 20% on straightforward simple wills.