Directory of Nature Charities in Buckinghamshire
Buckinghamshire has a remarkably varied natural environment, from the chalk landscapes and ancient woodlands of the Chilterns to the Vale of Aylesbury, rivers, wetlands, meadows, commons and an extensive network of parks and green spaces. The county supports a wide range of wildlife and habitats, with conservation organisations working to protect important landscapes, restore habitats, monitor species and encourage people to become involved with their local environment. Buckinghamshire is also supported by a Local Nature Partnership and an established environmental records centre, helping coordinate nature recovery and improve understanding of the county’s biodiversity.
This directory brings together Buckinghamshire-based and Buckinghamshire-focused charities, conservation organisations, wildlife groups, environmental partnerships and recording societies. It includes organisations working at county level alongside specialist and community groups concentrating on particular species, habitats or local areas. Whether you want to support conservation, volunteer, record wildlife or discover more about Buckinghamshire’s natural environment, these organisations provide a useful starting point.
Nature Charities in Buckinghamshire
Including registered charities, CICs, coalitions, and alliances.
Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust is the principal voluntary nature conservation charity serving Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Oxfordshire. It manages an extensive network of nature reserves, protects threatened habitats and species, campaigns for nature recovery and works with communities, landowners and other organisations. Its Buckinghamshire work encompasses important chalk, woodland, wetland and grassland habitats.
The Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes Natural Environment Partnership brings together organisations from conservation, government, business, education, health and local communities to champion the natural environment. As the area’s Local Nature Partnership, it takes a strategic approach to biodiversity, nature recovery and environmental improvement, helping organisations work together to achieve wider benefits for wildlife and people.
The Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes Environmental Records Centre collects and manages information about species, habitats and important environmental sites across Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes. Its extensive biodiversity data supports conservation, research and planning, while its network of volunteer recorders and specialist groups helps improve knowledge of the area’s wildlife.
Chiltern Rangers is a Buckinghamshire-based conservation organisation working to improve habitats throughout the Chilterns. Its practical work covers woodlands, chalk grasslands, ponds, commons and chalk streams, with volunteers playing a central role in habitat management. The organisation also manages a number of Buckinghamshire nature reserves and provides opportunities for people to develop practical conservation skills.
Buckinghamshire Conservation Trust is a registered charity established to protect the county’s natural and historic environment. It has a particular connection with Quarrendon Leas near Aylesbury and works to conserve sites of natural, archaeological and historic interest while maintaining public access. Its charitable objectives also allow it to acquire and manage other important green spaces across Buckinghamshire.
CPRE Buckinghamshire campaigns for the protection and improvement of the county’s countryside, rural landscapes and green spaces. Its work includes responding to planning and development proposals, promoting sustainable communities and encouraging people to enjoy and value Buckinghamshire’s countryside. The organisation also provides opportunities for supporters and volunteers to become involved in local environmental issues.
Buckinghamshire Badger Group is a voluntary organisation dedicated to protecting and understanding badgers across the county. Its activities include surveying and monitoring setts, recording badger deaths and sightings, helping injured animals and advising landowners and authorities. The group also campaigns against activities that threaten badgers and provides education about their conservation.
Berkshire & South Buckinghamshire Bat Group is a volunteer-led organisation working to conserve bats and their habitats across southern Buckinghamshire and neighbouring Berkshire. Its activities include bat surveys, monitoring, conservation projects, educational events and assistance with grounded or injured bats. The group also contributes records to wider bat-monitoring programmes.
North Bucks Bat Group supports the conservation and study of bats in northern Buckinghamshire. Local bat groups provide an important role in recording and monitoring populations, improving public understanding and encouraging practical measures to protect roosts and habitats. The group forms part of Buckinghamshire’s wider network of specialist wildlife recording organisations.
Wycombe Wildlife Group is a local conservation charity using volunteers to help protect the natural environment around High Wycombe and the surrounding area. Its work combines practical conservation with education and community involvement, helping improve local habitats while encouraging people to learn more about wildlife and take an active role in caring for nature.
Wild Marlow is a community organisation dedicated to protecting and celebrating wildlife and biodiversity in and around Marlow. It encourages local people to take an active interest in their surroundings, supports nature-friendly initiatives and helps raise awareness of the importance of protecting local habitats and wildlife.
Vale Countryside Volunteers provides opportunities for people to take part in practical conservation work across the Aylesbury Vale area. Volunteers help manage habitats and local countryside sites, carrying out hands-on work that benefits wildlife while providing people with an opportunity to contribute directly to the care of Buckinghamshire’s natural environment.
The Buckinghamshire Invertebrate Group focuses on the county’s diverse and often overlooked invertebrate life. Its recording and study of insects and other invertebrates helps improve understanding of local biodiversity and provides valuable information for conservation. The group is part of Buckinghamshire’s wider network of specialist natural-history recorders.
Bisham Barn Owl Group works to support barn owls and other local owls and birds of prey through nest-box provision and population monitoring. Its practical work helps provide suitable breeding sites while generating useful information about local bird populations. The group operates in the Bisham area and is included in Buckinghamshire’s network of wildlife recording groups.
Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital is a specialist wildlife rescue charity based near Haddenham and one of Buckinghamshire’s best-known organisations dedicated to the treatment and rehabilitation of injured and sick wild animals. Its veterinary team and carers provide emergency treatment and rehabilitation for a wide range of British wildlife, while also promoting understanding of wildlife welfare and conservation.
The Chilterns Conservation Board works to conserve and enhance the distinctive landscape, wildlife, heritage and natural beauty of the Chilterns National Landscape. A substantial part of the Chilterns lies within Buckinghamshire, making the Board an important partner in protecting the county’s chalk grasslands, woodlands, commons and wider landscape. Its work also promotes sustainable access and enjoyment of the countryside.