Stories, updates
and reflections

Our journal shares what’s happening across our sites, from habitat restoration updates to seasonal changes, project milestones and reflections from the team.

5 mins

Ancient Woodlands – what’s all the fuss about?

At Make it Wild, we are proud to say that our Bank Woods Nature Reserve is home to around 20 acres of ancient woodland.

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Bats at Bank Woods

During the Summer of 2023, we have been fortunate enough to have high tech bat detectors placed and monitored by local bat expert, David Watkins. These were placed in two locations at Bank Woods.

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Become a Land-Owner Partner

Are you a landowner with a passion for the natural world? Do you dream of transforming your land into a haven for nature? Look no further!

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4 mins

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Biodiversity

Biodiversity is the existence of a wide variety of plant and animal species living in their natural environment.

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Biodiversity Net Gain

Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is a new important element in the development of sites for housing or commercial purposes. It ensures that habitats for wildlife are demonstrably improved as a result of the development.

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Business Woodland Sponsorship

Would you like to be able to share your ‘green’ credentials as part of your marketing strategy?

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Internationally Important Fungi Biodiversity at Bank Woods

At Bank Woods in Nidderdale, something quiet and remarkable has been happening underfoot.

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4 mins

Make It Wild Doing Wonders for Yorkshire's Moths

The team at Make It Wild has been dedicated to reserving space for nature and creating wildlife habitats since 2010, and their efforts are now yielding remarkable results.

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Nature Connectedness

Throughout history, humans have been undeniably entwined with nature. Our relationship with nature is crucial, as without nature, there is no ‘us’. We depend on it for everything, from the air we breathe to the water we drink.

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