Spring to Life

Celebrate the circle of life this spring by noticing and nurturing nature around us.

Notice the little things…

Warm sun, budding flowers, blossoming trees, busy birds and bees. Spring has sprung, and with that comes new life. Join us as we notice and nurture the new beginnings emerging this season.

By inviting nature into our everyday routine – planting flowers, choosing healthy foods and making space for wildlife – we can all help make this spring a season of growth.

Share your pictures of the new beginnings bursting into being around you
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spring to life celebrate the season by noticing and nurturing nature on your doorstep

  • Free activities for school holiday fun

    With nature all around us, there’s no time to be bored in the school holidays this spring!

  • A taste of spring – seasonal recipe ideas

    Enjoy the flavours of spring produce.

  • Spring to Life bucket list challenge

    Get your kids closer to nature with our list of 20 things to do in Spring. How many can you tick off?

  • Spring nature: what to notice at this time of year

    The first day of March is the start of spring. See our list of things to spot in nature this season.

  • Spring photo challenge

    Thank you to everyone who entered our Spring to Life photo challenge! Take a look at the gallery of our favourite photos.

  • Making space for nature

    We can all make space for nature in our daily lives. Let's help make this spring a season of growth by nurturing more nature around us.

    • Lambing Festival 2023

    Did ewe miss it? Share in the fun from the farm...

    Spring is when you feel like whistling even with a shoe full of slush.
    – Doug Larson

  • Check out our latest Podcast

    Our Environmental Land Management team on livestock, lambing and the environment

  • Does our connection with nature really matter?

    Jayne Manley explains why it is vital that we embed social engagement of people with nature into our future.

  • People's Assembly for Nature

    The People’s Plan For Nature is a stirring call for urgent and immediate action from every part of society, to reverse the shocking declines in nature. Add your voice.

  • Big Farmland Bird Count

    Every year, Earth Trust take part in the Big Farmland Bird Count to help monitor UK farmland bird populations and the impact of our conservation practices.

  • People & Nature

    Join us as we work towards a society where everyone across the UK can access green space, connect with nature and be its champion.

  • Livestock for landscapes

    Livestock play a vital role in our integrated farming system as part of the land management practices that deliver soil quality, productivity and yield and biodiversity.

    • By nurturing the nature on our doorsteps, and in our daily lives, we strengthen the resilience of ecosystems within and beyond our communities.

    Elsewhere at Earth Trust

  • Volunteer with Earth Trust

    Become an Earth Trust volunteer and you’ll be part of a dedicated team, passionate about making a difference to sustainability, biodiversity and wellbeing using the power of natural green spaces.

  • Food & Farming

    Farming and local food production has the potential to create great change for climate, nature and human health, and these sectors are changing fast.

  • Visit Us

    From the iconic Wittenham Clumps to local community reserves, the special green spaces we care for are open for you to enjoy, free of charge, 365 days a year.