Black-winged stilt
This elegant wading bird is a rare visitor to the UK, though occasionally one or two of pairs will nest here.
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Chwilio
Glossy ibis
This glossy wading bird is a scarce visitor to the UK, though records have become more common in recent decades.
My timeout
Jessica-Jane Applegate MBE is a Paralympic and World Champion swimmer. She spends so much time training and rushing around from one venue to another, her favourite place is her garden. Here she…
My world
John has worked in fisheries management for over 25 years. He has seen our waterways at their best – and their worst. He knows firsthand how devastating unhealthy rivers can be for wildlife and…
Moth discovery in Brecknock!
The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales (WTSWW), in partnership with Brecknock Moth Group, has discovered a new record for the White-Barred Clearwing moth at Ystrad Fawr nature reserve. This is…
Local Groups
The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales' 11 local groups carry out all manner of fundraising activities, evening talks and events, as well as recruiting new members, local publicity, nature reserve work parties and membership support.
Our local groups raise the profile of the Trust in their communities and have always been at the core of our Trust's work.
Our local groups raise the profile of the Trust in their communities and have always been at the core of our Trust's work.
Skomer Island Hostel Booking
Wave goodbye to the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy an island retreat surrounded by wildlife. Relax in our three-star hostel nestled at the heart of the island - and after 5pm you'll have the entire island to yourselves.
*Update 02/05/25 - Due to high demand, we now only have availability in the hostel from 31st July.*
*Update 02/05/25 - Due to high demand, we now only have availability in the hostel from 31st July.*
Great northern diver
This hefty diving bird is a winter visitor to the UK, where it can be seen around the coast or occasionally on large inland lakes.
Redstart
A summer visitor to the UK, the red-tailed redstart is a robin-sized bird that can be spotted in woodlands, parks and hedgerows, mainly in the north and west of the UK.
Wryneck
This well-camouflaged woodpecker used to be a common breeding bird in Britain, but is now only likely to be seen passing through on migration.
Violet click beetle
The violet click beetle is a very rare beetle that lives in decaying wood, particularly common beech and ash. It gets its name from its habit of springing upwards with an audible click if it falls…
How to use less plastic
Plastic waste and its damaging effect on our seas and natural world has been big news recently. Here's what you can you do about it.