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Spring in Full Swing: Celebrating May with Gosforth’s Wild Web
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Spring in Full Swing: Celebrating May with Gosforth’s Wild Web

What a May it’s been! Sunshine, blossoms, birdsong, and just the right amount of rain to keep things green and buzzing. May 2025 saw Gosforth’s Wild Web in full bloom-connecting people, places, and the wonderful wildlife around us. Whether it was pond-dipping with local school children, bug hunting at a community bioblitz, or recording butterflies fluttering by, this past month has been a beautiful celebration of nature and the people who care about it….

Bees | Citizen Science | Gosforth's Wild Web | Invertebrates

A Guide to North East Coastal Wildlife: A Journey Through the Region’s Unique Ecosystems and Species
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A Guide to North East Coastal Wildlife: A Journey Through the Region’s Unique Ecosystems and Species

This blog offers a preview of “A Guide to North East Coastal Wildlife”. Highlighting the region’s rich coastal habitats and species, the guide blends detailed ecological insights with practical conservation advice. Explore the book’s key themes and discover why it’s an essential read for anyone interested in the vibrant life along North East England’s shores….

Citizen Science | Coastal Wildlife

Orchids of North East England: An Invaluable Guide to the Region’s Exquisite Orchid Species
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Orchids of North East England: An Invaluable Guide to the Region’s Exquisite Orchid Species

Get a glimpse into “Orchids of North East England”. This blog offers a snapshot of the book’s rich content- featuring species insights, striking imagery, and vital conservation guidance- highlighting why this guide is a must for anyone passionate about the region’s wild orchids….

Citizen Science | Orchid | Orchids North East

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