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David works as a paramedic so he comes under a lot of stress and works unpredictable hours. He comes to Thameside on his days off to collect his thoughts. Walking his dog here helps him to…
David works as a paramedic so he comes under a lot of stress and works unpredictable hours. He comes to Thameside on his days off to collect his thoughts. Walking his dog here helps him to…
John has worked in fisheries management for over 25 years. He has seen our waterways at their best – and their worst. He knows firsthand how devastating unhealthy rivers can be for wildlife and…
For World Mental Health Day 2025, Grace Marston, our Wilder Communities Project Officer, reflects on how connecting with nature can ease eco-anxiety, inspire hope, and strengthen our wellbeing.…
This birch-loving moth can be seen flying on sunny days in early spring.
This small moth is often disturbed from bushes, but also flies on sunny days.
This brightly-coloured beetle is often found feeding on flowers on warm days in late spring and summer.
This metallic green beetle can be seen visiting flowers on sunny days in spring and summer.
You've probably spotted this long-legged spider hiding in the corner of a house or building.
A breeding bird of fast-flowing, upland rivers, the grey wagtail can also be seen in lowland areas, farmyards and even towns in winter.
You're more likely to see the attractive, brightly coloured caterpillars than the mullein moth itself.
The common octopus is a highly intelligent, active predator. It even has a secret weapon - special glands produce a venom that it uses to incapacitate its prey!