2020 has been a pretty tough year for many people, with a variety of ups and downs. The world of conservation has reflected this roller coaster ride, with much of our work, and wildlife, being impacted including our annual seabird surveys. Read more
Tean may be one of Scilly's larger uninhabited Islands but she is home to some of Scilly's smallest non-human inhabitants. Find out why our Ranger Team will be on Tean this week, the work they will be doing and why... Read more
It's 8am on a misty, murky day in Scilly and I'm sat in the stern of the rib, bombing out across the water from St Mary's towards Great Ganinnick. Tom and Ricky from IFCA are heading up the bow and we are all eagerly looking forward to the day ahead. Why's that I hear you ask? (If you didn't, then never mind as I'm excited and you're getting the answer anyway!) Well today, we're off to learn all about the green stuff that grows in the blue stuff... Read more
What do you think of when you hear the word fungi? For some, thoughts might turn to mouth-watering mushrooms, carefully foraged from a supermarket shelf. For others it might conjure images of fairytales, pixies perched proudly on the red and white caps of towering toadstools. But there’s so much more to these otherworldly organisms than meets the eye... Read more
Today marks the launch of The Wildlife Trusts £30 million appeal to kickstart nature’s recovery across 30% of land and sea in the UK by 2030. Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced his support of the 30 by 30 campaign, declaring that the UK will designate a further 4000km2 of newly protected land in England. The PM is set to sign the Leaders Pledge for Nature at a virtual United Nations event later today, committing to put nature and biodiversity on a road to recovery by 2030. Read more
If you were to see an animal in distress, I’m sure the vast majority of us would agree that your first instinct would be to help them…and often our team here at the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust are the first port of call for many in gathering help and advice. Unfortunately, we are not able to rescue or rehabilitate injured or stranded wildlife, but we're here to explain why and offer some top tips on those best to call should you discover a furry, feathered or flustered friend in need. Read more
The Trust continues to negotiate health and safety advice & guidance to ensure our nature sites “COVID-safe”; here's the latest update as we head towards Autumn migration. Read more
Back in June, following a brief period of much needed rain, the clouds parted, the sun shone and Scilly was treated to the most amazing natural spectacle. Here you'll find our own observations and "the science" behind it, thanks to some lovely friends! Read more
In April 2019 the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust (IoSWT) and Isles of Scilly Steamship Group (ISSG) entered into a new partnership; working together for, and recognising the importance of Scilly’s precious nature and landscapes. Here's an update just over one year on. Read more
All over the world, people pay top dollar for amazing marine wildlife experiences. Donal Griffin, Marine Conservation Officer, The Wildlife Trusts is on hand to dispel the myth that you can't have amazing marine encounters right here in the UK! Read more
EXPLORE THE SHORE THIS NATIONAL MARINE WEEK - 25TH JULY TO 9TH AUGUST 2020! Take part from the comfort of your own home with a DIY rockpool ramble or a socially distanced sea-watch and help The Wildlife Trusts discover and celebrate our wonderful shore and seas! Read more
We are thrilled to announce that Helen Glover, 2 x Olympic Rowing Champion & Steve Backshall, Naturalist & TV presenter have joined the Trust as ambassadors Read more