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Fungi Folklore
From mythical creatures to popular stories and anti-forgery methods - find out the history and ancient beliefs of fungi.
Finding Your Way Around the Reserve
Navigation has been made easier at Coombe Bissett Down with the introduction of timed walking routes and waymarkers.
My birding
A couple of years ago Nick took the plunge and bought into a bird watching holiday company, and at a stroke his hobby became his livelihood.
Tawny mining bee
The Tawny mining bee is a furry, gingery bee that can often be seen in parks and gardens during the springtime. Look for a volcano-like mound of earth in the lawn that marks the entrance to its…
Funding your community project
Fishing on the River Wylye
A guide to filming and photography on our reserves
Ashy mining bee
This black and grey solitary bee takes to the wing in spring, when it can be seen buzzing around burrows in open ground.
Morel
This unique fungus is one of the most sought after spring fungi of them all.
New workplace wellbeing programme gets funding to help people experiencing poor mental health
We have received funding to launch a workplace wellbeing programme!
Oyster mushroom
Oyster mushrooms are shell shaped fungi that grow in tiers or fabulous clusters on dead trees or stumps. Unlike many fungi, these mushrooms are not seasonal and can be found all year round,…