Stories, updates
and reflections

Our journal shares what’s happening across our sites, from habitat restoration updates to seasonal changes, project milestones and reflections from the team.

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Ancient Woodlands – what’s all the fuss about?

At Make it Wild, we are proud to say that our Bank Woods Nature Reserve is home to around 20 acres of ancient woodland.

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Bats at Bank Woods

During the Summer of 2023, we have been fortunate enough to have high tech bat detectors placed and monitored by local bat expert, David Watkins. These were placed in two locations at Bank Woods.

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Become a Land-Owner Partner

Are you a landowner with a passion for the natural world? Do you dream of transforming your land into a haven for nature? Look no further!

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Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is a new important element in the development of sites for housing or commercial purposes. It ensures that habitats for wildlife are demonstrably improved as a result of the development.

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Internationally Important Fungi Biodiversity at Bank Woods

At Bank Woods in Nidderdale, something quiet and remarkable has been happening underfoot.

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Planting 15,000 Trees: Acting Locally in the Face of Global Climate Challenges

As the headlines remind us almost daily, the climate and nature crises are not slowing down.

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Talks for Businesses and Groups

Helen and Christopher Neave, our co-founders, and Hannah and Alex Fraser, doctors and now first-generation farmers, who own one of our partner sites, Fraser Farms are all experienced and engaging public speakers for community groups and businesses.

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