Directory of Nature Charities in Nottinghamshire
Nottinghamshire has a surprisingly varied natural environment, from the ancient woodlands and heathlands of Sherwood Forest to the wetlands of the Idle Valley, the River Trent and its floodplains, restored former industrial landscapes, grasslands, farmland and urban green spaces. These habitats support an impressive range of wildlife, while landscape-scale projects are helping reconnect fragmented habitats and restore rivers, wetlands and woodlands across the county.
This directory brings together Nottinghamshire and Nottingham-based charities, conservation organisations, environmental partnerships, recording bodies and other key organisations working for nature. It includes major conservation charities alongside organisations focused on Sherwood Forest, rivers, biodiversity recording, community conservation and specialist wildlife, providing a useful starting point for anyone wishing to support conservation, volunteer, record wildlife or explore Nottinghamshire’s natural environment.
Nature Charities in Nottinghamshire
Including registered charities, CICs, coalitions, alliances, and related organisations.
Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust is the county’s leading independent conservation charity, managing nature reserves and other wildlife sites across Nottinghamshire. Its work includes habitat restoration, species recovery, wildlife recording, education, campaigning and volunteering, with current projects including water vole recovery and river restoration.
Nottinghamshire Biodiversity Action Group is a partnership of more than 50 organisations working together to conserve and enhance biodiversity across the county. Its work includes habitat and species action, invasive-species management, biodiversity projects and supporting coordinated nature recovery.
Nottinghamshire’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy provides the county’s statutory framework for protecting and restoring biodiversity. It identifies priorities, maps existing habitat and highlights opportunities for creating and improving wildlife-rich areas across Nottinghamshire and Nottingham.
Notts Nature Recovery is the public-facing platform for Nottinghamshire and Nottingham’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy. It provides access to the strategy, habitat map, recovery projects, guidance and opportunities for landowners, communities and organisations to contribute to nature recovery.
Trent Rivers Trust is a registered rivers charity working across the Trent catchment, including extensive work in Nottinghamshire. Its projects improve river and floodplain habitats, water quality and ecological resilience while also using natural flood-management measures and community engagement.
Nature Counts is Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust’s online wildlife recording platform, providing a central place for people to submit and explore records of species across Nottinghamshire. The records help build knowledge of the county’s biodiversity and support conservation, research, planning and nature-recovery work.
The Sherwood Forest Trust is an independent Nottinghamshire charity dedicated to protecting, restoring and celebrating the wider Sherwood Forest landscape. Its work includes heathland and woodland restoration, native-tree planting, community conservation, habitat management and support for landowners.
Greenwood Community Forest is a long-term landscape initiative covering around 161 square miles of Nottinghamshire. Its work focuses on increasing tree, woodland and hedgerow cover, improving green spaces and creating a healthier, more resilient landscape for people and wildlife.
Gedling Conservation Trust is a registered charity that owns and manages Netherfield Lagoons Local Nature Reserve near Nottingham. Its practical work protects reedbeds, wetlands and other habitats while supporting wildlife monitoring, conservation activities, guided walks and public involvement.
Nottinghamshire Bat Group is a voluntary organisation promoting bat conservation, recording and education. Its activities include roost surveys, distribution recording, bat walks, public talks, injured-bat care and supporting members working towards professional bat licences.
Nottinghamshire Birdwatchers provides a county-wide focus for bird recording and the sharing of local bird sightings. Its records contribute to Nottinghamshire’s ornithological knowledge, with observations used for county reports and wider conservation purposes.
Nottinghamshire Dormouse Group supports the conservation and monitoring of hazel dormice and their woodland habitat. The group undertakes surveys and works with local conservation organisations to improve knowledge and safeguard one of Nottinghamshire’s most vulnerable native mammals.