shropshire Community Wildlife Groups

A Butterfly ID training event in 2024 was not followed up by establishing a regular transect. In addition 2024 was a very disappointing year for butterflies. However, in the spring of 2025, Martin and Jan Hegmann agreed to lead the Butterfly group. An existing...

Following the very successful and well attended Bumblebee ID Training day with Richard Comont in June, many of the trainees committed to taking part in bee walks; the surveying method most useful to Bumblebee Conservation. Routes are logged onto their website and...

SACWG are hosting an evening event on Wednesday 15th October in Church Stretton library, SY6 6DQ at 7.30 to share the findings of their garden wildlife survey results. However, they also plan to make this a really practical occasion to share all sorts of good ideas...

Come and join us on a Fungus Foray with Rob Rowe and see how many fungi can be found. Rob has lived in Shropshire for over 40 years and has led many surveys for different organisations. The walk will last 2 hours and stout footwear is advised. Members £3, Non-Members...

Our gardens can provide vital sanctuaries for wildlife. SACWG are launching a Garden Wildlife survey this year to make a survey of the typical wildlife we have in the Strettons’ gardens. This includes an online survey (5 minutes of your time).  We also plan to carry...

The SACWG annual report for 2024 is available now.

The report is a detailed summary of the surveys and activities undertaken by the group during the last year.

You can view the report here (PDF)

Hedgehogs do not necessarily hibernate all winter. Like bats, they can awaken during warmer spells and will search for food. By leaving a small amount of food out during these periods, such as specific hedgehog biscuits or cat biscuits, you are helping them to survive...

Do you enjoy watching birds? Would you like to expand your expertise by building on your current knowledge of common birds? Do you know which birds to expect in different habitats in Shropshire? Would you like to be able to identify the characteristic birds of the...

Farmers, landowners, and local communities in Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin are invited to share their views on the region's natural environment to assist in shaping and preserving its features for future generations.  The two surveys, one for farmers and land...

The 2024 AGM and APM was held on 27th Feb 2024 in All Stretton Village Hall.

The Minutes of the meeting can be downloaded here (DOCX)