shropshire Community Wildlife Groups

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...

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...

Middle Marches Community Land Trust have launched an appeal to purchase Minsterley Meadows for future generations. The meadows are flower-rich meadows on the outskirts of Minsterley, Shropshire. Amongst many other species, the meadows support the largest colony of...

If elected, what do you intend to do to slow the loss of biodiversity in Shropshire: to halt the decline of Red and Amber Listed species such as Curlew, Swift, Hedgehogs and Bilberry Bumble Bee and to preserve habitats such as wildflower meadows?

SACWG held a very successful Birdfest on Saturday 16th March in Mayfair Community Centre. Over 250 people, including lots of families and children, attended and the feedback was overwhelmingly positive. Activities included bird box making, birds of prey talk and demonstration, talks by local expert birders, information stalls and family focused activities. Read the report here 

The SACWG annual report for 2023 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)