Did you know that spending time in nature has a positive effect on our mental health and wellbeing?

This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek , we’re encouraging you to get outside and discover London’s wildlife by visiting our nature reserve. Find one near you 👇
wildlondon.org.uk/nature-reserves

On Saturday 18th May come and join @Wildlondon in Grosvenor Square from 12pm-4pm for a free event to learn about the brilliant butterflies in our city and take part in butterfly-themed crafts and activities for all the family 🦋

Book your place here bit.ly/41g7TEF

On 22nd June, nature groups across the country are uniting in a peaceful march through London to #RestoreNatureNow !

We have a message for all politicians – change is needed now to save nature. 

Everyone's welcome to join - for more information 👇
restorenaturenow.com

⚠️ Make some noise for peat this week!

Last month, MP Theresa Villiers pitched a 10 minute bill for a peat sale ban, which is now due for a second reading this Friday.

💚 We need YOU to make noise in order to make the ban a reality this year: somersetwildlife.org/banpeatextract…

Join us for #30DaysWild ! 🌼

This June, London Wildlife Trust invites you to connect with nature every day.

Ready to explore London's wild side? Follow click the link to sign up! 👇
wildlondon.org.uk/30-days-wild-1

#LondonWildlifeTrust #NatureInTheCity #30DaysWild #UrbanWildlife

Social prescribing shows significant reduction in stress & an improvement in mental health. 💪
An independent study found that Wildlife Trusts' health and well-being programmes save the #NHS money! Help us spread the word this #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek 👉 wildlifetrusts.org/nature-helps

With 150+ groups supporting #RestoreNatureNow on 22 June it’s shaping up to be a powerful moment for nature🌱

Everyone is needed to help send a clear message to politicians that we won’t put up with declining nature anymore 💚

Read more & sign up👇
restorenaturenow.com

It should not be forgotten that London is a river city. This is the theme of #londonriversweek2024 .
Get involved in a @wildlondon guided walk by Walthamstow Wetlands.
📅 Sat 29th June. 13.00pm-15.00pm
Register here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-river…

Would you like to improve your knowledge of tree identification?

Why not sign up to our free tree ID kit to learn how to identify 9 tree species you might spot in London!

Find out more 👇
wildlondon.pro.typeform.com/to/R9PFgXmK

#UrbanTreeFestival #Tree #Nature #Wildlife

Tickets still available for a FREE online talk by London Wildlife Trust this Tuesday, May 14 from 6 - 7:30pm on #ConservationGrazing in #ChalkGrassland . Sean from the Downlands Trust will talk about his experience restoring chalk grasslands. eventbrite.co.uk/e/conservation…

Thank you again to for your donations to the Regent's Canal walk, in support of Wild Justice and London Wildlife Trust. I can't believe it's nearly been a month since completing the walk!

The fundraising page closes on 19th May - please donate what you can!

givewheel.com/fundraising/25…

Reed Warbler Walthamstow Wetlands.

#LondonBirds #nature #wildlife RSPB London Wildlife Trust #sensesofspring #walthamstow

It was great to see at least 3 Green Hairstreaks on Patch at Walthamstow Wetlands yesterday! Also 2 Small Copper, Peacock, Small and GV Whites butterflies, Redeye, Common blue, Azure Damselfies and Banded Demoiselles! Save Lea Marshes 🍃💚🍃 Walthamstow Marsh & E17 Wetlands London Wildlife Trust OM SYSTEM Cameras

It’s #WorldMigratoryBirdDay !

Each year, swifts, swallows, house martins and sand martins make an incredible journey from Africa to spend the summer in the UK 🌍

Watch along to learn how to identify these species!

#Bird #Bird Migration #Bird watching

We're thrilled to share Walthamstow Wetlands has welcomed 3 million visitors!

We are so grateful to everyone who has visited and supported our reserve and the Trust. So, if you're looking for a serene escape come and recharge by the reservoirs. We can't wait to welcome you! 💚