Guest article – Wild Ground
Wild Ground is delighted to announce the launch of two significant new projects that will improve wildlife habitats, support community wellbeing, and make conservation volunteering more accessible across North East Wales.
Running from spring 2026 to 2028, the programmes will take place across Wild Ground’s nature reserves in Wrexham, Flintshire and Denbighshire. The reserves are home to important species including great crested newts, badgers, and bats, and are located within or close to residential communities, offering people the chance to discover the wildlife on their doorstep.
Conservation and Communities Project
Thanks to support from the Moondance Foundation, Wild Ground will deliver a Conservation and Communities project focused on improving habitats, building local skills, and deepening people’s connection with nature. The project will include:
- Weekly volunteering sessions across the three counties
- Community nature‑connection events
- Curriculum‑linked education sessions for primary schools
These activities will help strengthen habitats for the future while supporting children and adults to learn about protected species, the importance of high‑quality natural environments, and how local conservation efforts connect to tackling wider climate challenges.
Supported Volunteering Project
Alongside this, Wild Ground is launching a new Supported Volunteering project designed to make conservation volunteering more accessible for people who may need additional support to get involved. Funded by the Volunteering Wales Grant scheme, which is managed by WCVA, this project is aimed at individuals who are neurodivergent or living with challenges such as anxiety, depression, low confidence, or social isolation.
Participants will receive tailored one‑to‑one support to help them move from initial induction into fully taking part in group volunteering sessions across Wild Ground’s reserves. Volunteers will have opportunities to engage in a wide range of conservation activities, including:
- Managing woodlands and wetlands
- Creating habitats and homes for wildlife
- Taking part in wildlife surveys
- Helping maintain green spaces for community enjoyment
These sessions are designed to build confidence, support social connection, and help volunteers achieve personal goals through meaningful involvement in nature conservation.
Together, these two projects represent a major investment in the natural environment and the wellbeing of communities across North East Wales. By improving habitats, creating new opportunities to connect with nature, and removing barriers to participation, Wild Ground aims to create long‑lasting benefits for both people and wildlife.
Want to get involved? Find out more information on Wild Ground’s website or contact Wild Ground on 01978 757524 or info@wild-ground.org.uk
