Help Wildlife to Get Through Winter..

There’s little better than a butterfly fluttering past, a bee buzzing by or a dragonfly darting through when you’re pottering in the garden. You can make those chance encounters more likely by embracing wildlife gardening. Luckily, finding the balance between a wildlife garden and beautiful planting is easier than you might think. Here, we suggest five...

**Winter Gardening Ideas: How To Look After Your Garden**: As the chilly nights draw-in make sure you follow these top tips on how to look after your garden over the winter with winter gardening ideas from Head Gardener **Claire Greenslade**. Cannas looking totally tropical on the Great Plat this summer **1. Lift tender plants**: Many tender species need...

When it's cold outside and the days are short, it can be all too tempting to hunker down, cosy up and stay indoors. But we're here to convince you to throw on a jacket, pull on your wellies and head outside. Visiting winter gardens is a great way to do this. And while there won't be quite so many blooms, the colder months bring their own unique treats. ...

**Happy new year! The new year has brought with it some beautiful flowers to brighten up the gloomy days. The following can all be found near the path as you walk through the Shrubbery: Above: Hamamelis commonly known as witch hazel has these spidery yellow flowers borne on bare stems. The flowers always remind me of curls of lemon rind! They prefer a sunny...

Somerset Wildlife Trust is a local independent charity championing the natural environment of Somerset for the benefit of wildlife and people.The Nature Connection Programme Coordinator will be part of the Somerset Nature Connections Project delivery team, working in partnership with Quantock Hills, Blackdown Hills and Mendip Hills Areas of Outstanding...

**In addition to the beautiful landscape and varied plant life, Hestercombe is also a little patch of paradise for native wildlife.**: Exploring the gardens it’s not unusual to catch a glimpse of a roe deer bound away at your approach. You may also hear the rustle of leaves as common lizards busily go about their daily business of bug hunting. Hestercombe...

**Ok people, I know that the weather has been a bit challenging recently but it is time to shake off the winter blues with a trip to Hestercombe gardens. I know it's grey, I know it's raining but spring is springing and I'd hate you to miss it! Besides I read somewhere that a brisk walk in the fresh air is just the ticket for re focusing and re charging the...

About the RoleSomerset Wildlife Trust is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Conservation Project Coordinator, working on the Somerset Nature Connections project. This exciting opportunity will involve developing and delivering programmes that support adults and young people experiencing physical and mental health concerns, connecting them...

About the RoleSomerset Wildlife Trust is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Conservation Project Coordinator, working on the Somerset Nature Connections project. This exciting opportunity will involve developing and delivering programmes that support adults and young people experiencing physical and mental health concerns, connecting them...

**Over the last couple of weeks the weather has been wet and wild! The gardens and car park especially have suffered from flooding and water damage meaning that all the gardeners have been busy cleaning up! In the Formal Gardens we have been lifting the cannas from the Great Plat. We have two types, the Canna musifolia are the tall ones on the outside beds...

Somerset Wildlife Trust is a local independent charity dedicated to improving the natural environment of Somerset for the benefit of wildlife and people. We champion Somerset's stunning, diverse, and important natural environment, making the case for nature to the public and politicians.The purpose of this role is to form part of the Somerset Nature...

Somerset Wildlife Trust is a local independent charity dedicated to improving the natural environment of Somerset for the benefit of wildlife and people. We champion Somerset's stunning, diverse, and important natural environment, making the case for nature to the public and politicians.The purpose of this role is to form part of the Somerset Nature...

**WELCOME TO WINTER WONDERLAND AT HESTERCOMBE!** - A sparkling winter woodland walk, skating, Father Christmas and 3 unique Carol concerts combine to make the festive season at Hestercombe exceptional._ For the first time, from November 30th until December 24th, from 4.30pm each evening (check website for exact times) an enchanting Winter Wonderland...

About the RoleSomerset Wildlife Trust is seeking a highly skilled Administrator to join its People, Culture & Resources Team.Key ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will provide effective governance support, organising and facilitating Trust Council and committee meetings. This will include scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes for...

About the RoleSomerset Wildlife Trust is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Nature Connections Project Coordinator. This is an exciting opportunity to work with us to deliver a programme that supports adults and young people experiencing physical and mental health concerns, connecting them to nature through structured...

About the RoleSomerset Wildlife Trust is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Nature Connections Project Coordinator. This is an exciting opportunity to work with us to deliver a programme that supports adults and young people experiencing physical and mental health concerns, connecting them to nature through structured...

Job DescriptionSomerset Wildlife Trust is seeking a highly skilled Governance and Business Administrator to join their People, Culture & Resources Team.This is a key role within the Trust, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to work with various stakeholders. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing effective governance...

Somerset Wildlife Trust is a local independent charity and the only organisation uniquely focused on improving the natural environment of Somerset for the benefit of wildlife and people. We champion Somerset’s stunning, diverse, and important natural environment, making the case for nature to the public and politicians. We protect wildlife and lead the...

About the RoleSomerset Wildlife Trust is a local independent charity dedicated to improving the natural environment of Somerset for the benefit of wildlife and people. We are seeking a skilled individual to join our Somerset Nature Connections Project delivery team, working in partnership with Quantock Hills, Blackdown Hills and Mendip Hills Areas of...

Job Title: Conservation Project CoordinatorJoin Somerset Wildlife Trust as a Conservation Project Coordinator and play a key role in delivering our Somerset Nature Connections project. This exciting opportunity will see you working in partnership with local communities, health and social care sectors, and external specialists to develop and deliver nature...