A new short film in the Countryside Regeneration Trust’s documentary series that captures the ongoing journey to develop Bere Marsh Farm in Dorset has just been released. Read more
When you’re doing your food shop, would you like to be able to look out for a trustworthy label that shows the farm produce you’re buying is sustainably produced? Read more
Every Friday in the summer holidays, join us for a free drop-in, family-focussed wildlife discovery walk at beautiful Bere Marsh Farm. Read more
Join an expedition into the world of bats on our exclusive 'bat safari' at Bere Marsh Farm. Read more
Every Friday throughout the summer holidays we invite you to come along for a free family friendly wildlife walk around Bere Marsh Farm, Dorset, for some summer wildlife spotting, and to learn how the farm is managed for the benefit of wildlife. Read more
The current drought conditions are having a devastating effect on the country’s wildlife, but it deepens the case for the positive impact of regenerative farming and working with natural solutions, says the Countryside Regeneration Trust (CRT). Read more
The UK has 6 native reptile species including the curious slow-worm (Anguis fragilis). Although serpent-like in appearance, slow-worms are in fact limbless lizards and an amazing example of de-evolution. Read more
As mentioned in the summer edition of The Lark magazine, the CRT’s two farms in Herefordshire are involved in a research project into what kinds of hedgerow suit hazel dormice, an endangered species. Read more
By sharing your passion for the countryside with the children in your life, you could inspire the next generation of friends of the countryside. Read more
Head of Wildlife Monitoring, Dr Vince Lea, gives his thoughts on how to ensure tree planting and woodland management gives the maximum benefit to wildlife and helps tackle the climate crisis. Read more
Share your love of nature and all the benefits of the CRT with friends, family members and colleagues. Inviting others to join the CRT is simple and rewarding. Not only do you get to share your love of the countryside, but you will be supporting our projects to help protect, promote, and regenerate our land and all life on it. Read more
Andy Fale – CRT’s Dorset Wildlife Monitoring Officer, had a wonderful surprise when he opened the Bere Marsh Farm moth trap on Thursday morning. Read more
Thank-you for joining us on our mission to protect, promote and regenerate our land and all life on it. Read more
The current heatwave is popular with weekend BBQ-lovers, but the knock-on effect of it could force food prices even higher as UK farmers struggle to keep crops alive, says the CRT. Read more
Discover this beautiful farm’s wildlife with expert Dr Vince Lea on this free, family-focussed guided walk. Read more
We have a fun packed six week programme of stay and play sessions at Pierrepont Farm for 2-4 year olds this autumn. Read more
Head of Wildlife Monitoring, Dr Vince Lea, highlights what has been achieved by the CRT’s mink eradication efforts in Cambridgeshire after joining Waterlife Recovery East’s partnership project in early 2021. Read more
You may have come across the acronym ELMs, as this is a hot topic in the farming world, but do you know why these schemes are likely to mark a moment of decisive change in British farming? Read more
Bats, like all living things, deserve their place in our ecosystem. The CRT’s Wildlife Monitors track bats on CRT properties to understand what impact our land management and farming practices are having. Read more
We have been monitoring the bird populations on Lark Rise Farm in Cambridgeshire since 1999, but one of the consistently increasing species has largely gone unnoticed until recently; the dunnock. Read more
CRT Wildlife Monitor Ruth Moss, has adopted a unique way of tracking and assessing the breeding territories of birds on Herefordshire farmland, giving her insight into their activities. Read more
The CRT are thrilled to have officially opened our nature reserve on Bere Marsh Farm, Dorset in honour of an iconic and inspirational pioneers of wildlife, conservation and farming. Read more
Explore the fascinating world of our night-time aerial hunters on this evening bat discovery walk. Read more