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Hot weather and heatwaves are becoming more frequent, and our local wildlife feels the impact just as much as we do. The Wildlife Trusts have shared some simple, practical ways we can all support birds, insects, amphibians and other garden visitors during dry spells. Even READ MORE

Wilder Walkern is delighted to share the results of a fascinating three‑night moth survey carried out by Paul Chapman at a property beside the River Beane from 29 June to 1 July 2026. This is an important piece of citizen science showing just how rich READ MORE

Wilder Walkern is excited to announce a new community project: the creation of a Walkern Bug Hotel, to be built at the back of the High Street playground. This will be a fantastic way to support local wildlife, involve the community, and add an interesting READ MORE

How We Became a Bronze Eco-Church It was with great pleasure that we received the Bronze Eco-Church Certificate—a milestone that marks the beginning of a hopeful, practical journey to care for God’s world on our doorstep. Eco-Church is a national scheme run by A Rocha READ MORE

Wilder Walkern is delighted to announce the next event in our ongoing programme of nature and environmental talks. Our Member of Parliament, Chris Hinchliff, will be joining us on 11 June at 7:30pm at the WSCC to share insights from his career in environmental policy READ MORE

At Wilder Walkern, we believe that every small moment with nature helps build a wilder, healthier future for our village. This June, we’re joining thousands across the UK by taking part in The Wildlife Trusts’ 30 Days Wild — and we’d love you to join READ MORE

This spring, we’re inviting everyone across Walkern to join No Mow May, the national Plantlife campaign that asks households, schools, and community spaces to put the lawnmower away for the month. It’s a simple act — but one that creates a powerful ripple effect for READ MORE

The RSPB has released new guidance (April 2026) that marks a major shift in how we support our garden wildlife. To help curb the spread of diseases such as trichomonosis, they are now advising against feeding peanuts and seed between May and October. This change READ MORE

As part of the Wilder Walkern project, we are looking to take action to support Swifts and House Martins in the village. The Hertford Swift Group has kindly offered to give a presentation, and if, following the meeting, enough people are interested, they will then READ MORE

Peter and Margaret Lincoln and their son Tony have ensured through arduous work that their farmland is a true example of Biodiversity. The land is over six hundred acres and is a pleasure to be able to see. Peter has planted 220 trees, mostly oak, READ MORE