Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust is a leading wildlife conservation charity dedicated to protecting and enhancing the wildlife and natural habitats of Nottinghamshire, England. Established in 1963, the Trust manages over 60 nature reserves across the county, covering more than 2,000 acres (8.1 km²) of diverse habitats, including wildflower meadows, wetlands, and ancient woodlands. It operates as a private company limited by guarantee and holds registered charity status under charity number 224168.

History

The organisation was formed in May 1963 under the original name Nottinghamshire Trust for Nature Conservation. Its first nature reserve was Attenborough Nature Reserve, acquired in 1966 through a lease agreement with CEMEX. In 1973, the Trust made its first outright purchase of a reserve, acquiring Treswell Wood. Further expansion included the purchase of a portion of the Idle Valley Nature Reserve in 1989, later acquiring the remainder of the site. As of early 2020, the Trust had raised over £1 million toward purchasing Attenborough Nature Reserve from CEMEX outright.

Activities

The Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust focuses on conserving local wildlife and habitats through direct land management, advisory services to landowners, and community engagement. Its activities include:

• Managing a network of over 60 nature reserves across Nottinghamshire
• Protecting a wide range of habitats such as meadows, wetlands, and ancient woodlands
• Providing education, volunteering opportunities, and events to encourage public involvement in conservation
• Advising landowners on wildlife-friendly land management practices

The Trust is part of a larger UK network of 46 local Wildlife Trusts, collaborating on nationwide conservation efforts. It has a membership base of approximately 11,000 people.

Governance and Status

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust is incorporated as a private company limited by guarantee without share capital (company number 00748865) and is registered as a charity (charity number 224168). Its headquarters are located at The Old Ragged School, Nottingham.

This article is based on publicly available information about Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust.

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