No Mow May: Give Nature a Chance This Spring

No Mow May: Give Nature a Chance This Spring

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

Important update for anyone who feeds garden birds

Important update for anyone who feeds garden birds

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

Supporting Swifts in Walkern

Supporting Swifts in Walkern

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

A visit to Lincolns Farm & Investments Ltd, Walkern

A visit to Lincolns Farm & Investments Ltd, Walkern

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

Launch of the Wilder Walkern website

Launch of the Wilder Walkern website

Following our successful kick‑off meeting, we are delighted to announce the launch of the Wilder Walkern website — the new home for information, guides, news, and updates about all things Wilder Walkern. Our first meeting was a great starting point, but it also highlighted the need for READ MORE

Kick-off meeting 11th March

Kick-off meeting 11th March

Wilder Walkern Update In early February, Walkern Parish Council delivered a leaflet to every home inviting residents to join Wilder Walkern, a community‑led nature recovery initiative. The response was great: over 80 residents came forward wanting to get involved. This enthusiasm shows just how much our village cares READ MORE