Learn About Kent's Nature & Wildlife

Want to learn more about nature and wildlife in Kent? We have a range of useful resources, events and information to help you get started.

Species

Learn about the many wonderful species that reside in Kent, some that no longer live here and some that may live here in the future because of climate change.

Habitats

Learn about the variety of habitats that we call home from the quintessential wetland habitats of our coastlines to the chalk grasslands that are home to rare species.

Advice

Get actionable advice on how to build homes for nature, garden for nature, respect nature and more.

More ways to learn

Wilder Education

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We provide children, young people and adults with a wide range of practical, enjoyable and high-quality learning experiences through our Education programmes that will connect them with nature and help them discover the wild world around us.

Talk on the wild side

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Kent Wildlife Trust have teamed up with former BBC South East presenter Rob Smith to bring you an audio feast. The brand new podcast will lift you up from your eco anxiety and give you a tour of the heroes and heroines bringing nature back from the brink.…

Queendown Warren, photo by Selwyn Dennis

Blog

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Learn more about the wildlife and wild places in Kent and beyond.

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Wildlife Study Days

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Increase your knowledge, understanding and enjoyment of Kent’s wild plants and animals - and learn how to manage habitats to encourage them.

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Wilder Kent Experiences

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Wilder Kent Experiences will return in Spring 2026. Join us for these special wildlife experiences across the county, discovering how our Area Wardens and Rangers are creating a Wilder Kent. From spotting evidence of beaver activity near Sandwich to…

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Our Flagship Nature Reserves

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Kent Wildlife Trust manages over 80 nature reserves across the county, boasting a diverse range of habitats and species. To help you know where to start, we've assembled some of our top recommended reserves to visit.