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Wildlife Matters

Wildlife Matters

Written by: Dorset Wildlife Trust
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 Welcome to Wildlife Matters, a podcast by Dorset Wildlife Trust. Hear from our expert staff and special guests about our work to protect Dorset’s wildlife and wild places. And find out what you can do to make space for nature in your life and help wildlife wherever you live.Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Biological Sciences Science
Episodes
  • S3: E5 Restoring Dorset's heathlands

    S3: E5 Restoring Dorset's heathlands
    Feb 3 2026

    Discover Dorset’s precious heathlands and the incredible wildlife they support in this podcast. Wardens Anna Kenny and Phoebe Williams explore how humans have shaped these landscapes over thousands of years reveal how restoration and careful management help endangered plants, reptiles, birds, and insects thrive.
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    31 mins
  • S3: E5 Wild Chesil Centre

    S3: E5 Wild Chesil Centre
    Jan 8 2026

    Explore the incredible wildlife and conservation work at The Fine Foundation Wild Chesil Centre on Portland with Fay and Abi from Dorset Wildlife Trust. From rare birds and marine life to hands-on education and nature-friendly recreation, discover what makes Chesil Beach and the Fleet Lagoon so special. Hear stories from the shore, tips for birdwatching, and how you can get involved in protecting this stunning stretch of the Jurassic Coast.
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    21 mins
  • S3: E4 Living Churchyards

    S3: E4 Living Churchyards
    Dec 4 2025

    Nicki from Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Wilder Communities team teams up with volunteer coordinator Anna to explore how the Living Churchyards project has transformed churchyards into thriving wildlife havens. From creating wildflower meadows to hedgehog hideouts to inspiring stories of community action, biodiversity wins, and the challenges overcome. Learn how you can get involved and help turn these historic and sacred spaces into vibrant sanctuaries for nature and people alike.
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    34 mins
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