Upton Heath saved by fundraising campaign
A campaign raised over £100,000 from the community in two weeks, with major contributions from councils in Dorset.
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Have your say on trail-hunting ban
The government has released a consultation on ‘proposals to prohibit trail hunting in England and Wales’. Comments can be submitted until 18 June 2026.
Have your say on returning wild beavers to Dorset
What’s your opinion on the reintroduction of beavers to Dorset’s wild places?
Bats benefit from New Forest project
Fourteen of the 18 species of bat found in the UK are to be found in the New Forest, and a scheme is protecting them.
Animal accidents rise in New Forest
There was an increase in animal accidents in the New Forest National Park in 2025, with a total of 108 recorded.
Hop to the launch of unique toad photo gallery near Ringwood
A photo gallery in Moors Valley ‘Amphibians Are Friends — A Tale of Toad Patrol’ officially launches at 11am on Valentine’s Day, 14 February.
Barn owl chick born on Hengistbury Head
The chick was born in a nest box which was installed at the Hengistbury Head Nature Reserve Visitor Centre in 2025.
Eel-y fantastic pass reconnects vital habitat in New Forest
A new eel pass has been created in the New Forest to help one of the UK’s most enigmatic and critically endangered species.
Dorset strategy to protect environment
The two unitary authorities are working with Natural England on the Dorset Local Nature Recovery Strategy.
Wild birds found dead near Dorchester
Following the discovery of bird flu in several swans, measures are being taken to reduce any risk to the public.