Pigs fly in to Amwell Nature Reserve
A team of pigs will be helping us keep Amwell Nature Reserve in shape this winter.
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What to See in February at Amwell Nature Reserve
February is a great time to visit Amwell Nature Reserve. Discover wintering birds, peaceful wetland views and celebrate World Wetlands Day at one of Hertfordshire’s most important wildlife sites…
Dogs on Nature Reserves
Enjoying our nature reserves with dogs
Managing nature reserves
How we manage our nature reserves
Nature reserves photos
Please share the photos you have taken on our nature reserves with us!
Caring for our nature reserves
Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust cares for 40 nature reserves from wetlands and woods to rare patches of heathland and beautiful meadows.
Filming on our Nature Reserves
Looking for a great location? We receive many requests for filming on Herts & Middlesex Wildlife Trust reserves and try to accommodate requests if possible.
Mangaging the Vital Reedbed Habitat at Amwell Nature Reserve
Dan Townsend explains the practicalities of managing one of our most precious wild spaces and how that benefits wildlife.
Winter Safety on our Nature Reserves
Our top tips for staying safe on our Nature Reserves in colder weather.
Amwell
Once a gravel pit, today a haven bustling with wildlife all year round.
Amwell habitat creation
Amwell Nature Reserve forms part of the Lea Valley Special Protection Area (SPA) and is internationally important on account of the wintering gadwall, shoveler and bitterns. It also forms part of the Lee Valley Regional Park. In an effort to ensure a fully co-ordinated approach to managing the reserve and surrounding area of the Lea Valley, the Trust is working with a diverse partnership of organisations and landowners.
Hoverflies on Our Nature Reserves: Unsung Heroes of the Ecosystem
Nature Reserves Manager, Ian Carle gives us his personal insight into some of hoverfly species that can be found on our nature reserves and their individual quirks.