Earth Trust chosen as environmental partner for Oxford Flood Scheme

We are pleased to be collaborating with the Environment Agency as environmental partner for the Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme over the next 3 years, to advise and enhance the long term benefits of this major project for Oxfordshire. Oxford has a long history of flooding, with significant floods in recent…

A Big Give thank you

A huge thank you to everyone who took part in Earth Trust’s Big Give Christmas Challenge.

Behind the scenes with an Earth Trust apprentice – part 2

In September 2020 Earth Trust was delighted to welcome a new apprentice to the land management team. Here Beth Hall shares the second instalment of her blog series, including the challenges of getting to grips with advanced tools and machinery.

The Big Give Christmas Challenge 2020

We’re excited to share that Earth Trust has been selected to take part in the Big Give Christmas Challenge this year.

Earth Trust receives National Lottery support

We are delighted to share that Earth Trust has received £50,000 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to help address the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. This award  recognises the important work we do to protect our local heritage. Within the 1,200 acres of farmland, including wetlands, river, research…

Getting ready for winter at Earth Trust

Over the winter months our green spaces go through dramatic changes. It can appear to be a quieter time where, like nature, we can hunker down until the warmer days of spring. In fact, the autumn and winter months can be some of our busiest, with activities like hedgelaying best done at this time. So, what might you see if you’re visiting over the next few weeks, and why are we doing it?

Visiting safely during the Covid-19 outbreak

Updated guidelines for your visit

Behind the scenes with an Earth Trust apprentice – part 1

In September 2020 Earth Trust was delighted to welcome a new apprentice to the land management team. We'll be following them over the next few months to find out more about what the role entails, but first we find out more about the person who got the job - meet Beth Hall.

A different view on green spaces

How many different and unusual views can you see as you spend time in green spaces? And, what can we all do to look after them?

Why managing green spaces matters

This week Ian reflects on how managing green spaces well can make a difference to how much we and the environment benefit from them.

Running in green spaces

Local runner Eileen Naughton shares what makes running at Earth Trust so special, and what role those exercising have to play in making sure our places are looked after for everyone to enjoy.

How to photograph wildlife in your local green space

From the buzz of bolder insects, to fleeting views of some of our shyer mammals, seeing and photographing wildlife is one of the great joys that can come from spending time in green spaces.