September Edition

Take action on climate change and nature conservation

People all across the UK are already coming together to take action on climate and nature. But we need strong leadership to make even more possible—and that’s where you come in!

On 12th October, we invite you to join thousands of others who are calling on their MPs to champion the climate and nature issues that matter most to them.

Here’s how you can get involved:?

• Pledge to take action . Head to the United for People, Climate and Nature Hub to enter your postcode and show others across the UK that you will be taking action.
• Attend a training session . Prepare yourself to talk to your MP and tell your story by signing up for The Climate Coalition and Hope for the Future free training programme.
• Meet your MP. Arrange a meeting to speak with your MP on 12th October about the climate and nature issues that matter most.

Together we can make sure our MPs take bold steps for people, climate, and nature.

Gloucestershire's Green award

?? We are celebrating a fantastic achievement! ?? Our Nextdoor Nature Project Officer, Frances Halstead, has won Gloucestershire's Green award at the 2024 Make a Difference Awards, hosted by BBC Radio Gloucestershire! ????Frances has consistently delivered outstanding work, connecting people with nature and wildlife in meaningful ways. We couldn’t be prouder of her well-deserved success! ??? #BBCMakeADifference #GreenAwards

The Severn Treescapes Project (Cover picture)

?? We had an amazing day of collaboration this month, hosted by our friends at the Severn Rivers Trust . The Severn Treescapes project, representing the Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust , Herefordshire Wildlife Trust , and Worcestershire Wildlife Trust , joined forces with the Severn Rivers Trust , The Woodland Trust , and Severn and Wye Nature (with input from RSPB and Shropshire Wildlife Trust and Warwickshire Wildlife Trust ).?? The Severn Treescapes project is funded by Trees Call To Action Fund (TCAF) and Environment Agency .

Find out more: https://www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk/severn-treescapes

Community Action

?? Check out this video where our Community Action Officer, Megan Adamou , highlights some of our exciting community projects! ??We’re empowering individuals and communities to take meaningful action and support nature’s recovery through initiatives like Team Wilder , WilderGlos , and the People's Nature Reserve . ????Join us in making a real difference for nature!

Severn Treescapes Workshop

The Severn Treescapes project was thrilled to put on an enthralling and informative event last week at Hartpury University and Hartpury College ’s Agri-tech centre for landowners interested in diversifying into agroforestry. We were hosted by Hartpury College and treated to a suite of excellent talks from a range of experts and practitioners – Severn Treescapes (Will Masefield and Laurence Richards ), Hartpury College (Professor Matt Bell), Ben Raskin from the Soil Association , Joe Hope from Cefn Coch Farm, Andy Dibben from THE ORGANIC FARM SHOP ABBEY HOME FARM LIMITED , a walk and talk with Sara Noons of Gloucestershire County Council and Stuart Searle from Hartpury College, Tom Tame of Warwickshire Walnuts fame, Emma Walker from Forestry Commission and Harriet Bell of Riverford Organic Farmers ! We love working with you guys and love working with landowners who can see the multiple benefits of integrating more trees onto farms, for wildlife and for good farm business.If you’re in the Severn Treescapes area in Gloucestershire, Worcestershire and Herefordshire and want to work with us, do get in contact for a free farm visit and advice from our expert advisers.

The Severn Treescapes Project is led by Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust , Worcestershire Wildlife Trust and Herefordshire Wildlife Trust , and funded through the Trees Call to Action Fund (TCAF), with complementary support from the Environment Agency .

Find out more: https://www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk/severn-treescapes

Annual Wildlife Quiz

We recently held our annual Wildlife Quiz, a tradition dating back to 1976. This year, nearly 400 children from 72 schools participated. The quiz is a fantastic way to incorporate wildlife knowledge into a learning programme, as an after-school club, or simply as a bit of fun for the pupils. This exciting and challenging opportunity is free and open to all primary schools across Gloucestershire. ????

Find out more: https://ow.ly/ZbAn50T1LVB

Eelscapes Project

Have you visited Tewkesbury Nature Reserve, Alney Island and Tewkesbury Ham? We’d love to hear from you! ????Eelscapes , a project with GWT, WWT , and the Environment Agency , is working to improve wetland habitats and access to nature. Take our quick survey (less than 10 mins!) to share your experience and help shape these special places for the future ????? https://gyeialu59qs.typeform.com/to/ugr41yj4

Gloucester and Cheltenham Waterscapes

Check out this short video where Kerry tells us how her driveway helps prevent flooding and benefits wildlife! ?? We've redesigned Kerry’s driveway (and three others on her street!) as part of Gloucester and Cheltenham Waterscapes, a partnership project with RSA , which aims to reduce urban flooding and boost biodiversity using natural solutions????.

Find out more: https://ow.ly/gS0n50TlQhS

Gloucestershire Wessex Water Guardians project

?? We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our Gloucestershire Wessex Water Guardians project! ????GWT is partnering with Wessex Water on this exciting initiative and we’re looking for people who want to protect the water where they live to get involved! As a Water Guardian volunteer, you’ll:

?? Make a Difference: Keeping our watercourses clean.

?? Learn & Grow: You’ll receive training in water conservation.

?? Connect: Join a passionate community of environmental stewards.

To kick things off, we're looking to recruit volunteers in Berkeley, Nibley Green, and Wotton under Edge.

Ready to dive in? Sign up today and start making waves for our water! ??

?? Trustee and Chair Recruitment Announcement ??

Join us at Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust in making a difference! We’re passionate about ensuring everyone in Gloucestershire values, enjoys, and shares the incredible wildlife in our county. ??? Nature matters, not just for its own sake, but for the countless benefits it brings to the people of Gloucestershire.

We are looking for individuals with a passion for wildlife and the community, along with expertise in areas such as:?? Ecology ?? Strategic Finance?? Enterprise and Business Development ??Green Finance ??? Climate Change

We’re particularly keen to hear from candidates from #Black, #Asian , and other #MinorityEthnic groups, as they are currently #UnderRepresented on our board. Lived experience and local knowledge of Gloucestershire is highly desirable.

??Interested? Learn more at our dedicated microsite: www.gwt-opportunities.org