What we do

Do you want to know more about what we do? We exist for everyone who cares about nature in Sussex and you can learn more about what we're up to in Sussex.

Discover

Do you want to discover more about wildlife in Sussex? We want to help people connect with nature in Sussex and find out more about wildlife.

Visit

Do you want to get closer to the natural world? Visit one of our nature reserves and you'll experience ancient woodlands, beautiful birds, fascinating flowers and much more.

Make a difference

Do you want to help the Trust make a difference? Inspiring local people to get involved in our work is a really important part of what we do.

Grazing

Sheep, cattle and occasionally ponies are used to graze this site. Please look for notices at entrances to the reserve with further information.

Please keep your dogs on leads where sheep are grazing this nature reserve.

News from Malling Down

Chalk Grassland

06 July 2019

There are few sights more spectacular than a wildflower meadow in full bloom. Packed with nectar-rich flowers and humming with insect life, these botanical hotspots will soon be looking their best and today, 6 July, marks National Meadows Day - a celebration of our glorious grasslands and the wealth of wildlife they support.
App explorers

23 July 2018

A number of routes around Sussex Wildlife Trust nature reserves are now available on the ViewRanger app
Be tick aware

22 May 2018

Now summer is here it is a good time to brush up on your knowledge of ticks, where they live and what sensible precautions you can take.
Nature Reserves in the Snow

28 February 2018

Sussex Wildlife Trust nature reserves in the snow.