Derbyshire Wildlife Trust

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Derbyshire Wildlife Trust is one of 46 local Wildlife Trusts around the UK working to promote and protect local wildlife. It covers the whole of Derbyshire and was founded in 1962 in response to environmental threats to the local countryside, since when it has continued to grow. The trust is now based at East Mill on the River Derwent in the town of Belper, Derbyshire. It is a registered charity (number 222212), supported by more than 14,000 members and over 500 volunteers.^[1]

The trust manages over 50 nature reserves,^[2] covering various habitat types. Sixteen of these are Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs).^[3][4] Derbyshire Wildlife Trust provides community training, activities, and environmental education. It also provides ecological surveys, advice and data to landowners and organisations.^[5] Environmental education and workshops are provided at the Whistlestop Centre in Matlock Bath, and the Wildlife Discovery Room at Carsington Water.^[6]