Directory of Nature Charities in Monmouthshire
Monmouthshire is rich in rivers, ancient woodland, wildflower meadows, orchards, wetlands and other habitats supporting a wide variety of wildlife. From the Wye Valley and its ancient woodlands to the River Usk, Gwent Levels and the hills around Abergavenny, organisations across the county are working to conserve habitats, restore ecosystems, protect species, improve biodiversity and encourage people to take part in nature conservation.
Nature Charities in Monmouthshire
Including registered charities, CICs, coalitions, alliances, and related organisations.
Gwent Wildlife Trust is the principal local wildlife conservation charity for Monmouthshire, managing nature reserves and supporting conservation across the county. Its work includes habitat restoration, species protection, wildlife monitoring, river conservation, education and volunteering. The Trust currently manages more than 28 reserves across Gwent.
The Usk Local Group supports conservation through local events, talks, fundraising and practical activities. It also plays an active role in supporting wildlife at Gwent Wildlife Trust sites around the Usk area.
The Abergavenny Local Group supports Gwent Wildlife Trust through wildlife events, talks, fundraising and opportunities to become involved in local conservation.
The Chepstow Local Group supports Gwent Wildlife Trust through local talks, activities, fundraising and practical conservation. It provides opportunities to explore and help protect the wildlife of the lower Wye Valley and surrounding area.
A registered charity dedicated to conserving and restoring flower-rich meadows, grasslands and unimproved pastures in Monmouthshire. It manages three reserves, surveys grasslands, advises landowners and promotes wildlife corridors and better meadow management.
A registered rivers charity working to restore the ecology, habitat, water quality and fisheries of the Wye and Usk catchments. Its projects include river restoration, natural flood management, biodiversity work, tree planting, monitoring and habitat improvement.
A Welsh Government-supported partnership working to restore the ecological health and resilience of the River Usk and its catchment. Members include Gwent Wildlife Trust, the Wye & Usk Foundation, Natural Resources Wales and Monmouthshire County Council, alongside other organisations and community representatives.
The Wye Valley National Landscape works across the Wye Valley to conserve and enhance its natural beauty, support nature recovery and encourage sustainable land management. The designated landscape covers parts of Monmouthshire, Herefordshire and Gloucestershire and works closely with landowners, communities and conservation organisations.
SEWBReC is the Local Environmental Records Centre for Gwent and Glamorgan, collecting and managing biodiversity information used in conservation, planning and environmental management. Monmouthshire forms the centre’s Gwent vice-county area.
A county-wide partnership bringing organisations and individuals together to protect, enhance and connect Monmouthshire’s habitats and wildlife. Its work includes biodiversity planning, wildlife recording, nature recovery projects, sharing conservation knowledge and supporting local action.
A partnership between the five Gwent local authorities and Natural Resources Wales working to improve ecological networks and create and restore green spaces across Gwent. Current projects include habitat restoration across freshwater and wetland environments, including Monmouthshire.
The Woodland Trust has an established presence in Monmouthshire, including Wentwood, one of the largest ancient woodlands in Wales, and Priory Grove near Monmouth. Its work protects and manages native and ancient woodland habitats supporting species such as hazel dormouse and woodland birds.
The National Trust manages The Kymin and its surrounding grounds above Monmouth, including woodland within the Wye Valley National Landscape. The site supports a variety of wildlife, including bats, badgers and red wood ants, and forms part of the Trust’s wider work caring for the Wye Valley landscape.
The local bat conservation group for Monmouthshire and Newport, supporting bat recording, surveys, monitoring and public awareness. The group is part of the network of local groups supported by the Bat Conservation Trust.
A local recording group studying moths and butterflies in Monmouthshire and the wider Gwent area. Members undertake regular recording and surveys, contributing information on the distribution and abundance of Lepidoptera in the county.
A specialist botanical recording group contributing to the study of plants across Monmouthshire. The group organises field outings focused on plant identification and recording and works alongside Monmouthshire Meadows Group and other local conservation organisations.
A registered charity working to conserve and rescue badgers across Gwent, including Monmouthshire. Its volunteers record badger setts, respond to concerns about badgers, provide educational talks and maintain a dedicated wildlife reserve.
A volunteer conservation group caring for Castle Meadows in Abergavenny, a 22-hectare floodplain meadow beside the River Usk. The group works with local partners to protect the meadow’s biodiversity and supports its traditional management and wildlife value.
A volunteer group helping to care for and enhance Linda Vista Gardens in Abergavenny. Its practical work supports the garden’s trees, planting, landscape and wildlife, while helping conserve the historic green space for the local community.