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Cheshire's Wild Network
People who are leading and supporting others to take action for nature in their local communities, schools or places of work.
Cheshire's Wild Network
As we move towards creating a wilder Cheshire, the aim is to build a network of people all working towards nature’s recovery. To achieve a change in the behaviour of the masses, we need 1 in 4 people taking action for wildlife, which is 600,000 people across Cheshire.
We can't do this alone.
We are looking for individuals and groups who are helping wildlife in their local communities, schools or places of work. If this sounds like you then we can help and support you. Join our Wild Network to receive our newsletter and join a community of like-minded people.
We understand it takes time and dedication to support others so we have a range of free resources and guides designed to help you. We also run a variety of training courses to help you develop the skills you need to continue the great work. Our Facebook group also offers a place to meet other like you from all across Cheshire.
Let's bring wildlife back together.
What the Wild Network has been up to
Communities that are part of the Wild Network are already achieving amazing things across Cheshire. From fighting developments, to forming community groups and adopting wasted spaces. Together they are building a Wilder Cheshire.
How to Start a School Gardening Club
Sarah shares her experience, tips, and advice on how to engage children with nature through a school gardening club.
Turning an Old Putting Green into a Wildlife Paradise
After moving back to the Wirral, Margaret turned her passion for wildlife into an active community group that has transformed a…
5 Remarkable stories of communities taking action for wildlife
These inspiring stories highlight the incredible impact of the Wild Network in protecting and conserving wildlife.
Meet the team behind the Wild Network
We’re here to help you help nature! Whether you’re already involved in community projects or looking for guidance on how to get started…
The Potential of Gardens and Community Spirit
How a Facebook group turned wildlife passion into neighbourhood action.
Embracing Nature: From Rewilding to Wildlife Recording in Chester
Clare shares her passion for wildlife conservation, recording species on iNaturalist and working with local groups to boost biodiversity…
Inviting Biodiversity into a Churchyard
Meet Walter, a churchwarden who is working with the community to transform areas of his local church for the benefit of wildlife.
Locals Unite to Protect Ancient Woodland and Tackle Sewage Pollution
Meet the community group who are protecting an ancient woodland and campaigning against sewage pollution.
Hedgehog Tales: Érin and Sam’s Journey to Inspiring Others and Transforming Their Garden into a Wildlife Haven
Érin from Crewe, a wildlife enthusiast with a degree in Wildlife Conservation and Ecology, shares her passion for British wildlife.…
Reviving Flowerbeds and Phone Boxes in Shavington-cum-Gresty
We caught up with Wilder Champion Sara who's been working with her local community to improve Shavington-cum-Gresty's…
Making a meadow
Meet Alice and Patricia. In 2021 they approached Cheshire Wildlife Trust with five acres of land they wanted to make better for nature.…
Creating a Wonky Garden in Widnes
Wilder Champion Angela Hayler tells us how she transformed a neglected garden into a buzzing community space that brings local people…
