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  • But is it 'mess'? Nature doesn't think so

    13 August 2024

    But is it 'mess'? Nature doesn't think so

    In a society that encourages us to be tidy it seems rather confusing to be told that messy is good for some things. One of those things, is nature. Let’s hear it for natural processes.

     
  • Ann Griffiths memorial bench at Levin Down

    11 August 2024

    Ann Griffiths memorial bench at Levin Down

    Bench on Levin Down to commemorate a very special Volunteer Reserve Manager Ann Griffiths

     
  • Bourne Community College wildlife art project

    10 August 2024

    Bourne Community College wildlife art project

    Students from Bourne Community College in Southbourne have completed some amazing artwork this year, with a particular focus on our environment and UK species at risk

     
  • The wild world of barnacle penises

    10 August 2024

    The wild world of barnacle penises

    How do you find a mate when you’re glued to the spot. Barnacle penises have adapted in remarkable ways

     
  • Eastbourne Group - trip to Friston Gallops

    09 August 2024

    Eastbourne Group - trip to Friston Gallops

    The Eastbourne Local Group enjoyed a trip to the Friston Gallops this month. The highlight was seeing Hawker Dragonflies

     
  • National Marine Week - heroes

    08 August 2024

    National Marine Week - heroes

    We are celebrating some National Marine Week heroes – individuals or groups who are connected to the sea and have gone above and beyond to help protect it

     
  • Marine Photo Competition - the winners!

    08 August 2024

    Marine Photo Competition - the winners!

    Thanks to everyone for their wonderful marine photos for our competition - we are pleased to announce the winner and runner up from the public vote

     
  • Fascinating Flying Ants

    06 August 2024

    Fascinating Flying Ants

    Sara Booth-Card looks out for the telltale signs of flying ant days and shares her love for the underground world of ants.

     
  • Andrew Gifford auctioning painting to help wildlife

    05 August 2024

    Andrew Gifford auctioning painting to help wildlife

    Sussex-based artist, Andrew Gifford generously auctioned this beautiful painting entitled ‘Spring flowering Hawthorn, near the River Adur’ with the proceeds raised going to support the work of the Sussex Wildlife Trust

     
  • New homes mustn’t cost the earth

    31 July 2024

    New homes mustn’t cost the earth

    Yesterday (30th July), the Government launched an eight-week consultation on their ‘Proposed reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework and other changes to the planning system’

     
  • Sea the connection

    29 July 2024

    Sea the connection

    We’re all connected to the sea. For this year’s National Marine Week, we’re celebrating this connection and highlighting why a healthy, thriving marine environment matters.

     
  • Vote for your favourite marine photo

    28 July 2024

    Vote for your favourite marine photo

    Celebrate National Marine Week by voting for your favourite underwater photo