If you are heading to London over Easter, do go and admire some fantastic bird art by Ben Wardle. His family farms in Essex and 10% of sales will be donated to Operation Turtle Dove. Thank you Ben!

On Tuesday 22nd April we have a guided walk at WWT London Wetland Centre at 10am. Free to our local group members & £2 donation to non group members plus admission to the centre. Further details are on our website: group.rspb.org.uk/richmond/news-…

Ring Ouzel, Wheatear & Yellow Wagtail at WWT London Wetland centre this morning plus 2 LRP, Redshank & Oystercatchers #londonbirds SurreyBirdClubNews London Bird Club WWT London Wetland Centre RSPB Richmond & Twickenham Local Group London Bird News

The elusive Garden Warbler sneaks into our #SpringArrivalSpotlight, arriving across April. While they might look a little plain, their melodious, mellow song is captivating. Preferring the secrecy of dense trees & bushes, listen for their song to know they've arrived!

Our live Swift nest cam is back! 💕 With two views of the nest, you can see more than ever before. And now the adults are back and three eggs are on the nest, it’s the perfect time to follow along. With huge thanks to Bolton & Bury Swifts. Watch all the action live on our YouTube.

Skylarks nest low in tall grass, raising streaky chicks well-hidden from view. Both parents feed them, dropping low to the nest and slipping away quietly to avoid drawing attention. #SpringStories

70% of UK land is farmed. If we want nature to recover, this is where it happens. Farmers like James Rebanks are already doing it – farming with wildlife, not against it. But without proper funding, we risk losing it all. Rachel Reeves: increase funding, grow our future.

We have a guided morning walk this Wednesday 4th June in Richmond Park meeting at Pembroke Lodge car park at 9.30am. Further details are on our website & Facebook site. See the attached links. group.rspb.org.uk/richmond/news-… facebook.com/events/s/rspb-…

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Tomorrow (Thursday 12th) we have a guided walk in Bushy Park meeting at Diana Fountain car park at 9am. Non members of our local group are very welcome to join this free walk. Further details on our website: group.rspb.org.uk/richmond/news-… The Royal Parks VisitRichmond RichmondCVS

"A continuous area of beautiful and natural surroundings". 12 open spaces linked by a "network of footpaths, along the riverbank, threading between golf courses and playing fields.” Luke FitzHerbert's dream for the Brent River Park became a reality 50 years ago. Let's celebrate!

If you only do 1 tweet a day #WaterIsLife. Take care of your pets but help the #Wildlife. It's not hard to put out dishes of #water day & night & refresh them frequently. All creatures need to drink, some need to bathe. Make sure all water has a safe exit in case they fall in.

Last Wednesday, England confirmed it had joined Scotland in fully complying with the sand eel fishing closure. After 25 years of campaigning, its a huge win for Puffins, Kittiwakes and marine life. Thanks to everyone who helped make it happen! #WorldSeabirdDay

Feeling the heat this weekend? So is our wildlife! 🥵☀️ With temperatures soaring, here are four ways to help your garden visitors stay cool this summer:

3 days until #BigButterflyCount 2025 lifts off! 🦋 The Large White took the third spot in last year's count with 138,424 sightings, down 38% from 2023. 📷: Mark Searle

With over 80% of UK butterfly species in decline, every single sighting counts. Let us know how butterflies are faring where you live by getting out for the count this Friday! 👉 bigbutterflycount.org

IMPORTANT - new #hedgehog campaign launched today ... 'Go WILD for Hedgehogs' is a wonderful idea and encourages us to ease off on the gardening - a win:win really! change.org/p/help-save-br…

More wildfires than ever in London in 2025. Richmond Park’s grasslands are very dry- fire would be devastating to the animals and plants of our rare acid grasslands. Remember, barbecues are forbidden in the Park - dispose of cigarettes carefully. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Join the Big Butterfly Count in Richmond Park 🦋 Wed 6 and Thurs 7 August 11am-12.30pm Meet outside the Arts Hub, Portswood Place in #Alton No need to register Free and fun for all ages Alton Renewal