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  1. Blog

Blog

Sharks, Sick Bags and Scillonian III

98 sailings.  4312 nautical miles.  The equivalent of sailing from Cornwall to Brazil; 1.64 trips to Canada; or travelling to France 32 times over…all aboard a 68m shallow draught vessel.  That’s how I spent my summer. Read more

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Published: 21st November, 2019

Author: Natalie Rance

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Portuguese Man O'War

Two years ago we wrote this blog about the Portuguese Man O'War. Today we thought we'd dig it out, spread some knowledge and bust some myths as they are appearing once again on Scilly shores this Autumn. Read more

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Published: 10th October, 2019

Author: Nikki Banfield

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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 almost a year ago, the aliens landed! Read more

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Published: 3rd October, 2019

Author: Nikki Banfield

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Scilly's Seabird Survey's So Far ~ Successes & Surprises

This year's seabird surveys are well under way with lots of fantastic information and data collected and crunched by our Seabird Ecologist, Vickie, with the assistance of the Rangers. Scilly is regionally, nationally and internationally important for breeding seabirds & this year's data has answered some questions and revealed some surprises. Read more

Posted to: Blog

Published: 30th July, 2019

Updated: 14th August, 2019

Author: Nikki Banfield

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Atlantic grey seal sitting on rock off the Isles of Scilly

Please Do Not Disturb...

Our partners at Cornwall Seal Group Research Trust (CSGRT), as a member of the Seal Alliance, have just issued a press release about a collaborative report looking at the levels of disturbance impacting seals across the UK. For the CSGRT press release and to read the full report read on.... Read more

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Published: 23rd July, 2019

Author: Nikki Banfield

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BoardWalks & Bridges & Access to Nature...

(You'll thank us for this. Sing the above in the style of "My Favourite Things". Go on! You're welcome!) Here's a little blog from our old site which was too good to lose; updated with some new information following more recent installations. Read more

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Published: 9th July, 2019

Updated: 14th August, 2019

Author: Nikki Banfield

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National Nathusius Project comes to Scilly

The National Nathusius' Pipistrelle Project was launched by the Bat Conservation Trust in 2014 and thanks to the Isles of Scilly Bat Group and Cornwall Bat Group collaborating Scilly is now represented in the Project! Read more

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Published: 24th June, 2019

Updated: 25th June, 2019

Author: Nikki Banfield

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Working together for Scilly

We are incredibly excited to announce our new working partnership with the Isles of Scilly Steamship Group and the appointment of our newest Team Member and Marine Ranger! Read more

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Published: 5th March, 2019

Updated: 14th August, 2019

Author: Nikki Banfield

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Proposals to give Seabirds in Scilly more protection

Natural England are consulting on a proposal to extend an existing designation which protects seabirds in the Isles of Scilly; but what does this all mean & how can you help? Read more

Posted to: Blog

Published: 27th February, 2019

Updated: 11th July, 2019

Author: Sarah Mason

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The importance of our wetland sites

The invaluable work of the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust Ranger Team; returning our Wetland sites to their former glory and ensuring they continue to provide vital habitat for nature and people. Read more

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Published: 23rd November, 2018

Updated: 11th July, 2019

Author: Nikki Banfield

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Treading lightly on Scilly...

Treading lightly on Scilly; reducing our business impact on our precious natural resources Read more

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Published: 16th November, 2018

Updated: 23rd November, 2018

Author: Sarah Mason

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    Santa’s not just lost his marbles, he’s lost his Christmas Rocks! We think his cheeky little elf-y helpers, or maybe even Rudolph, might be playing a trick on him. Can you help him find them??

  • Sharks, Sick Bags and Scillonian III

    98 sailings.  4312 nautical miles.  The equivalent of sailing from Cornwall to Brazil; 1.64 trips to Canada; or travelling to France 32 times over…all aboard a 68m shallow draught vessel.  That’s how I spent my summer.

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    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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  • 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 almost a year ago, the aliens landed!

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

  • Portuguese Man O'War

    Two years ago we wrote this blog about the Portuguese Man O'War. Today we thought we'd dig it out, spread some knowledge and bust some myths as they are appearing once again on Scilly shores this Autumn.

  • Natalie Rance

    Marine Ranger

  • 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 brings under the spotlight the fantastic work of the UK's Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty during the year 2018-2019!

  • Scilly Seal Appeal

    The Atlantic Grey Seal project started in October 2019. We now need your support to help fund Year 2 of this exciting project. Please do give what you can.

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