Directory of Nature Charities in Pembrokeshire
Pembrokeshire’s natural environment encompasses dramatic coastline, offshore islands, marine habitats, ancient woodlands, wetlands, rivers, heathland, grasslands and the Preseli Hills, supporting nationally and internationally important wildlife. The county is particularly noted for its seabird colonies, Atlantic grey seals, dolphins and porpoises, rare plants, pollinators and other coastal species. Organisations working across Pembrokeshire are involved in marine and coastal conservation, habitat restoration, river and wetland management, species recovery, woodland conservation, wildlife recording, environmental education and practical community nature projects.
Nature Charities in Pembrokeshire
Including registered charities, CICs, coalitions, alliances, and related organisations.
The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales is the principal local wildlife conservation charity for Pembrokeshire. It manages major reserves including Skomer and Skokholm Islands, Goodwick Moor and other wildlife sites, with work covering habitat management, species conservation, research, monitoring and volunteering.
The Pembrokeshire Local Group supports the Wildlife Trust through wildlife walks, talks, field activities and fundraising. Members also volunteer on reserves across the county, including support for conservation work at Llangloffan Fen and other Trust sites.
A section of the Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales dedicated to the study and enjoyment of Pembrokeshire’s birdlife. It organises indoor meetings and field trips and supports bird recording and conservation throughout the county.
RSPB Ramsey Island is a major wildlife reserve off the Pembrokeshire coast, protecting coastal heathland, cliffs and important breeding habitat for choughs, peregrines and seabirds, as well as grey seal pupping beaches. The RSPB manages the island for wildlife through habitat management, grazing and monitoring.
National Trust Cymru manages a substantial portfolio of land and coastline in Pembrokeshire, including Stackpole Estate, Marloes Peninsula, Southwood Estate and Freshwater West. Its conservation work includes meadow restoration, woodland management, coastal habitat protection and wildlife monitoring.
The National Park Authority is responsible for conserving and managing the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, including its coastline, habitats, wildlife and protected landscapes. Its conservation programme covers coastal grasslands, heathland, woodlands, wetlands, species recovery and nature-friendly land management.
An independent registered charity established to support the conservation, protection and enhancement of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and surrounding areas. It funds and supports projects benefiting wildlife, habitats, communities and the resilience of the National Park landscape.
A county-wide partnership coordinating nature conservation across Pembrokeshire, the National Park and the surrounding inshore marine environment. It brings conservation organisations, landowners, public bodies and communities together to support nature recovery, biodiversity action and practical projects.
A registered charity working to conserve, protect and improve the rivers, lakes and wetlands of Pembrokeshire and neighbouring west Wales. Its work includes river restoration, freshwater habitat improvement, community projects and protection of aquatic biodiversity.
A Pembrokeshire marine conservation charity based at the Ocean Lab in Goodwick. It studies local marine wildlife through surveys and research while using education, community engagement and citizen science to promote the conservation of dolphins, porpoises, whales, seals and other marine species.
A Pembrokeshire-based Community Interest Company working to protect coastal and marine environments through partnership working, project development, environmental education and sustainable coastal management. Its current projects include the Pembrokeshire Marine Code, climate adaptation and ecosystem management.
A major marine conservation partnership protecting 138,069 hectares around the Pembrokeshire coast and islands, including much of the Milford Haven Waterway. Its programme covers marine habitats and species, seagrass restoration, native oyster recovery, water quality, marine wildlife codes and species restoration.
The Local Environmental Records Centre for Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion, collecting and sharing wildlife records for conservation, planning, research and environmental management. It supports local recorders and provides biodiversity information for the region.
An independent voluntary charity helping to protect, conserve and enhance the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. It supports conservation awareness, countryside activities, volunteering and public engagement with the National Park, with a current programme of events.
A long-established local environmental group campaigning on climate, pollution, energy, transport, waste, farming and protection of the natural environment in Pembrokeshire. The group remains active, with meetings, campaigns and environmental events during 2026.
A volunteer conservation group dedicated to the study and protection of amphibians and reptiles in Pembrokeshire. It undertakes surveys, recording and habitat projects and promotes public understanding of the county’s native reptiles and amphibians.
The local bat conservation group for Pembrokeshire, supporting bat recording, surveys, monitoring and conservation. The group is part of the national network supported by the Bat Conservation Trust.
A county-wide network recording and studying the fungi of Pembrokeshire. It maintains the county fungus-recording network, supports identification and recording, and contributes information to wider biodiversity databases.
A local group of the Mammal Society based around Stackpole in Pembrokeshire, combining ecological research, citizen science and community engagement. Its current programme includes monitoring bats, otters, badgers and small mammals and providing conservation skills and training for local people.
Buglife has an important conservation presence in Pembrokeshire, including work to protect rare invertebrates such as the short-necked oil beetle and gold-fringed mason bee. Its current Welsh work includes Pembrokeshire within the Natur am Byth programme and other habitat and species conservation projects.
Plantlife contributes to Pembrokeshire’s nature conservation through its work on rare plants and habitats as part of Natur am Byth. Its conservation programmes address threatened Welsh species and include work in Pembrokeshire and other parts of west Wales.
Butterfly Conservation’s South Wales Branch supports butterfly and moth recording, surveying and habitat management in Pembrokeshire. The county has dedicated butterfly and moth recording arrangements and important habitats for threatened species.