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Hedgerow, by jidanchaomian, CC BY-SA 2.0

New Connectivity Model

Since the Weald to Waves project was started in 2022 we have had the challenge not only to create a wildlife corridor, but to identify what connectivity means on the ground. Find out more about what our exciting research is revealing…

Hedgehog hole, by Amy Hurn

Actions for Nature

Take a sneak preview at our new Weald to Waves Members’ Area. a digital hub to share information and track your Actions for Nature!

Mob Grazing cattle

Mob Grazing Kit Loan Scheme

Discover how mob grazing boosts pasture health, livestock welfare and biodiversity, and learn about our new kit loan scheme to help you get started.

Weald to Waves BioBox loan scheme

Borrow a Weald to Waves BioBox!

Explore the hidden world of local wildlife, from bats to bugs, with our new BioBox loan scheme for community groups.

Pools Drone footage, by Geodime Ltd

From Field to Lab: Joined Up Work for Sussex Scrubland

Sussex scrubland set for revival through farmer and volunteer collaboration

Nightingale- Dean Samsudin

Do you manage land in the corridor? You could get involved in creating areas of scrub to help with the reappearance of Nightingales, Red-Backed Shrike and Black-Veined White butterfly.

Project Phases Weald to Waves

How do we create 100-miles of nature recovery corridor, across a densely populated landscape? Our roadmap to a corridor paints a picture of how we might achieve this huge task.

Snowdrops- Libby Drew

Our first survey on nature in our gardens has been completed by nearly a quarter of members already. We can start to build a picture of what we have to offer wildlife and what is needed to improve connectivity.

Natural flood management as an affordable nature-based solution? Sky News visits the Adur

Oaks and scrub in Broomers Corner

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Project Lead to develop and deliver on a comprehensive strategy for the corridor, represent the project at regional and national levels, build up our partnership networks and manage our growing project team.

Weald to waves landscape

The past nine months have been a whirlwind of activity. Read a summary of the key milestones, new funding and a glimpse towards the exciting horizon

Red-backed shrike, David Oldham

New habitat creation project receives Natural England funding

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We are looking for communications volunteers to help us with community outreach and social media.

Weald to Waves and Wildlife Trust staff visit to Arun

A journey up the Arun arm of the corridor with the Wildlife Trust.

Ashdown Forest tree by Libby Drew

In an upcoming episode of BBC Radio 4’s Ramblings, Clare Balding embarks on a captivating journey through Ashdown Forest alongside a group of individuals who view this ten-square-mile open access land as a cherished national treasure.

Coneflower by Amy Hurn

This is your chance to be part of a pioneering project benefitting nature recovery in Sussex and beyond. Your pledges – small or large – will help establish a nationally-significant 100-mile corridor for wildlife, regenerating our local ecosystems for years to come.

Planet Wakehurst South Elevation image by Catherine Nelson © RBG Kew

Wakehurst, Kew’s wild botanic garden in Sussex, sits at the centre of the Weald to Waves corridor. This summer, it is preparing to unveil an extraordinary outdoor art installation called Planet Wakehurst.