Directory of Nature Charities in Gwynedd
Gwynedd contains some of Wales’s most important landscapes for nature, from the mountains, lakes and ancient woodlands of Eryri (Snowdonia) to the peatlands, grasslands and coastal habitats of Llŷn, Ardudwy and the Dwyryd, Mawddach and Dyfi valleys. These varied environments support rare plants, birds, mammals, insects and other wildlife. Organisations working across Gwynedd are involved in habitat restoration, woodland conservation, river and wetland management, species protection, wildlife recording, sustainable land management, environmental education and practical conservation.
Nature Charities in Gwynedd
Including registered charities, CICs, coalitions, alliances, and related organisations.
North Wales Wildlife Trust is the principal local wildlife conservation charity for Gwynedd and manages several reserves across the county, including Coed Crafnant, Gwaith Powdwr, Caeau Tan-y-bwlch and Traeth Glaslyn. Its work covers habitat management, species conservation, wildlife monitoring, volunteering and environmental education.
The RSPB manages several important sites in the Mawddach Valley, including Coed Garth Gell and Arthog Bog. The reserves protect ancient woodland, bog, wetland and river habitats and support species including redstarts, pied flycatchers, reptiles and dragonflies.
A long-established conservation charity dedicated to protecting and enhancing Eryri National Park. Its practical conservation programme includes habitat management, invasive-species control, footpath maintenance and wildlife surveying, with hundreds of volunteers taking part each year.
The public body responsible for conserving and managing Eryri National Park, including its wildlife, habitats and landscapes. Its work covers nature recovery, biodiversity, sustainable land management, habitat restoration, protected sites and community participation.
A partnership coordinating biodiversity and nature-recovery work within Eryri. It brings together conservation organisations, land managers, communities and public bodies and supports projects that improve habitats, ecological connectivity and opportunities for people to engage with nature.
A county-wide partnership working with communities, organisations and public bodies to protect and restore biodiversity across Gwynedd. Its projects include wildflower meadows, restoration of former landfill sites and support for community-led nature initiatives.
A registered environmental charity working across the Conwy, Dyfi and other North and Mid-West Wales catchments, including a substantial part of Gwynedd. Its current projects cover river restoration, fish passage, freshwater pearl mussels, Arctic charr, eels, woodland, water quality and catchment-scale nature recovery.
A catchment charity working across the River Dyfi system, from its upland headwaters to Cardigan Bay. It promotes healthy river ecosystems through habitat restoration, biodiversity monitoring, community involvement and conservation of freshwater species.
Cofnod is the Local Environmental Records Centre for North Wales, including Gwynedd. It collects and manages wildlife records and provides biodiversity information used for conservation, research, planning and environmental management.
The National Trust manages extensive upland landscapes in the Carneddau and Glyderau, including Cwm Idwal National Nature Reserve. Conservation work includes mountain habitat management, peatland restoration, grazing management, control of invasive species and protection of fragile upland ecosystems.
National Trust Cymru manages the historic landscape around Plas yn Rhiw on the Llŷn Peninsula, including woodland, meadow and orchard habitats. Recent conservation work has created wildlife-rich areas and improved habitat around the estate.
Plantlife works across Gwynedd on the conservation of rare plants and important habitats. Its Caeau Tan-y-bwlch site is a species-rich traditional hay meadow, while its work in north Wales also supports the restoration and protection of important meadows and other botanical habitats.
Butterfly Conservation’s North Wales Branch works across Gwynedd on butterfly and moth recording, habitat management and conservation. Its activities include surveying important habitats and supporting the protection of threatened species in the mountains, valleys and coast of north-west Wales.
A regional volunteer organisation studying and recording mammals across North Wales, including Gwynedd. The group supports surveys, recording and conservation knowledge covering species such as otters, pine martens, dormice, bats and other native mammals.
The local bat conservation group for north-west Wales, supporting bat recording, surveys, monitoring and public engagement across Gwynedd. It works within the wider network of local groups supported by the Bat Conservation Trust.
An environmental social enterprise working in Bro Ffestiniog and surrounding communities. Its conservation programme includes community woodland and orchard projects, invasive-species control, wildlife-friendly green spaces, tree growing and environmental education.
A community-led climate initiative operating in five areas of Gwynedd, supporting local projects around nature, community growing, sustainability and environmental resilience. It works with community organisations including Partneriaeth Ogwen, Cyd Ynni, Yr Orsaf and Cwmni Bro.
A community social enterprise working for the environmental, economic and social benefit of Dyffryn Ogwen. Its environmental work includes community growing, green transport, mapping of ancient trees, renewable energy and projects supporting a healthier local environment.
A Welsh community woodland network supporting woodland groups and practitioners, with a significant presence in Gwynedd through its North Wales work and partnerships. It promotes community ownership, woodland management, biodiversity and skills development.