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  1. Blog

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Awkward Auks & when to see them…

Awkward Auks & when to see them…

April heralds the return of our regionally, nationally and internationally important breeding seabirds, including our loveable "awkward Auks". Read more

Posted to: Blog

Published: 1st April, 2021

Updated: 13th April, 2021

Tean's Teeny Tiny Tenants

Tean's Teeny Tiny Tenants

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

Posted to: Blog

Published: 1st March, 2021

Updated: 13th April, 2021

Our Wonderful Wetlands

Our Wonderful Wetlands

We may be a ‘wet’ nation, but wetlands – wildlife-rich, carbon-capturing oases – are in shorter supply than you might think. Wetlands have largely been removed from our landscape, and this loss is a problem not just for nature, but for people too. Read more

Posted to: Blog

Published: 2nd February, 2021

Updated: 13th April, 2021

Author: Natalie Rance

Gugh's Fourth Anniversary ~ Fruit & Flowers

Gugh's Fourth Anniversary ~ Fruit & Flowers

It's now been four years since the Ranger Team started their planned annual programme of management on Gugh and since writing our original blog in January 2016 "Gugh to get the Star Treatment!" a lot has happened. Read more

Posted to: Blog

Published: 4th January, 2021

Updated: 13th April, 2021

Author: Nikki Banfield

Statistics & SPA's: Scilly's Seabirds ~ A Round-Up of 2020

Statistics & SPA's: Scilly's Seabirds ~ A Round-Up of 2020

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

Posted to: Blog

Published: 17th November, 2020

Updated: 13th April, 2021

Seagrass, Sediment and Saving Our Sandy Beaches

Seagrass, Sediment and Saving Our Sandy Beaches

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...today, we're off to learn all about the green stuff that grows in the blue stuff. Read more

Posted to: Blog

Published: 8th October, 2020

Updated: 13th April, 2021

Author: Natalie Rance

Who You Gonna Call?

Who You Gonna Call?

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. Read more

Posted to: Blog

Published: 15th September, 2020

Updated: 13th April, 2021

Author: Natalie Rance

Into the Blue...

Into the Blue...

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

Posted to: Blog

Published: 29th July, 2020

Updated: 13th April, 2021

Author: Nikki Banfield

Working Together for the Nature of Scilly

Working Together for the Nature of Scilly

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

Posted to: Blog

Published: 27th July, 2020

Updated: 13th April, 2021

Author: Nikki Banfield

Marine Wildlife and Me

Marine Wildlife and Me

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

Posted to: Blog

Published: 26th July, 2020

Updated: 13th April, 2021

Author: Natalie Rance

Let Nature Help!

Let Nature Help!

An exciting new report from The Wildlife Trusts has been launched today. 'Let nature help - how nature's recovery is essential for tackling the climate crisis' calls for greater investment in carbon-capturing landscapes. The report reveals that degraded habitats could absorb a whopping third of the UK's CO2 emissions if they were to be expertly restored. Read more

Posted to: Blog

Published: 24th June, 2020

Author: Natalie Rance

Our Amazing Oceans

Our Amazing Oceans

Our oceans are AMAZING.  Covering 70% of the planet, and accounting for 97% of the world's water, our oceans account for 99% of all of the living space on Earth! Read more

Posted to: Blog

Published: 8th June, 2020

Updated: 14th July, 2020

Author: Natalie Rance

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  • Awkward Auks & when to see them…

    Awkward Auks & when to see them…

    April heralds the return of our regionally, nationally and internationally important breeding seabirds, including our loveable "awkward Auks".

  • Speckled wood

    Speckled wood

    Pararge aegeria insula

  • Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

    Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

    Management Plan - 2021-2025 (awaiting final adoption by Council of the Isles of Scilly)

  • Environmental Growth Strategy 2020-2065

    Environmental Growth Strategy 2020-2065

    Natural foundations for a Green Recovery.

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  • Tean's Teeny Tiny Tenants

    Tean's Teeny Tiny Tenants

    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...

  • Statistics & SPA's: Scilly's Seabirds ~ A Round-Up of 2020

    Statistics & SPA's: Scilly's Seabirds ~ A Round-Up of 2020

    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.

  • Awkward Auks & when to see them…

    Awkward Auks & when to see them…

    April heralds the return of our regionally, nationally and internationally important breeding seabirds, including our loveable "awkward Auks".

  • Cornwall Marine Coastal Code

    Cornwall Marine Coastal Code

    Marine wildlife is easily disturbed by humans; we are in their space after all! Click here if you have seen marine wildlife being disturbed and you want to report it

  • When the Aliens Landed

    When the Aliens Landed

    It's getting to that time of year again, Autumn/Winter Storms are coming; that means EPIC beachcombing and beachy finds. Here's what happened two years ago, the aliens landed!

  • Our achievements for nature and people

    Our achievements for nature and people

    Over 50% of Scilly is safeguarded for nature because of our work

  • How we are funded

    How we are funded

    76% of current (2018.19) funding is from time-limited grants; it's time to change how our work is paid for.....

  • The Landscapes for Life Annual Report 2018-2019

    The Landscapes for Life Annual Report 2018-2019

    The Landscapes for Life Annual Report brings under the spotlight the fantastic work of the UK's Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty during the year 2018-2019!

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