Nature Reserves

Staffordshire Wildlife Trust manages 45 nature reserves across the length and breadth of the county, totalling more than 4,900 acres. Many of our sites are nationally recognised through their designation as Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Our reserves include a wide spectrum of habitats, all of which much be carefully managed, and in many cases we have long term plans so we can restore them and make them the best they can possibly be for wildlife. Ancient bluebell woods, wildflower meadows, wild heathland and wetlands ringing with birdsong, Staffordshire really does have it all!

The Trust 's mission is to encourage a diversity of wildlife to thrive - from tiny harvest mice to majestic oak trees. We develop and implement management plans, run practical work parties with volunteers, oversee monitoring through surveys to allow us to protect species, and work with landowners to improve the areas of land outside of our reserves. This ensures a joined-up biodiverse network of spaces for wildlife to feed, breed and move between. You can read up on what we are doing to protect Staffordshire's wildlife and wild places here. 

Find out more about our wide variety of nature reserves and see what's on your doorstep! 

We look after our nature reserves with the help of a dedicated network of volunteers, who get stuck in with all tasks. From clearing invasive species and habitat creation, right through to bench and footpath installation. Without them, our work simply would not be possible! Learn about becoming a volunteer on our nature reserves.