Isles of Scilly Seabird Conservation Strategy (2018-2023)

The 2018-2023 Seabird Conservation Strategy reviews previous strategies and progress achieved; bringing them up to date with revised objectives and outcomes whilst also detailing a 5 year work programme.

Produced by staff from the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust, RSPB, Natural England and Isles of Scilly IFCA and endorsed by the IoS AONB Partnership including: Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust, RSPB, Duchy of Cornwall Estate, Islands Partnership, Council of the Isles of Scilly, Isles of Scilly IFCA & Isles of Scilly Bird Group, it covers aspects such as research & monitoring, visitor management & access, land management, community engagement & education and much more.

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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
Access Across our Nature Sites during Covid-19

This year, we’re sure you’ll agree, has been incredibly difficult for us all. The threat from COVID-19 has changed many aspects of our personal and working lives, and continues to do so. 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.
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!
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.

SWME 2018 Final Report

South-West Marine Ecosystems (SWME) Report 2018 compiles information from volunteers and organisations across the South-West relating to our Marine Environment.
Seabird Monitoring & Research Project 2019 technical report

This report summarises the results of fieldwork conducted between April and September 2019 (thanks to part-funding from the Isles of Scilly AONB delivery programme)
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!
Seabird Monitoring & Research Project 2018 technical report

This report summarises the results of fieldwork conducted between April and September 2018 (thanks to funding from the Isles of Scilly AONB delivery programme)
Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Management Plan

Access Across our Nature Sites during Covid-19

This year, we’re sure you’ll agree, has been incredibly difficult for us all. The threat from COVID-19 has changed many aspects of our personal and working lives, and continues to do so. 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.
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
Awkward Auks & when to see them…

April heralds the return of our regionally, nationally and internationally improtant breeding seabirds, including our loveable "awkward Auks". Will they notice that this year is a little different?
Protecting and Restoring Nature Is More Essential Than Ever

The Wildlife Trusts – a movement of 46 charities across the UK – are, like others, dealing with unprecedented challenges caused by coronavirus. Restoring nature in the UK – one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world – has become harder than ever during the pandemic. At the same time, people are seeking solace in nature to relieve the hardships caused by lockdown.
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!
Our achievements for nature and people

Over 50% of Scilly is safeguarded for nature because of our work
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!
Dare To Be Wild!

Dare to be wild! The newly released five year review of The Wildlife Trust's #30DaysWild campaign evaluates the benefits and long-lasting "feel-good factor" of participating in the nature challenge that inspires daily acts of nature engagement every day during June.