Protecting Nature in Wales
Despite the importance of biodiversity in society, the U.K. remains one of the most nature depleted countries in the world.
Wild Cymru is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) to benefit the wildlife and people of Wales.
Charity Number 1180113
Conservation in Action
Saving Wales’s upland Water Vole
Saving the rarest and fastest declining mammal
INCC and partners are aiming to save a population of one of the UK’s rarest and fastest declining mammal species, the Water Vole (Arvicola amphibius).
“We have lost so many of our Water Voles in Wales over the past fifty years or so. If we don’t do something urgently, we may end up losing this wonderful animal for good. Projects like this, that bring together conservationists, universities and local communities give us hope that we can save the Water Vole and lots of other species and their habitats as well”.
Iolo Williams: TV Broadcaster and Naturalist
Saving the Marsh Fritillary in south Wales
Reintroducing this rare butterfly to reinforce communities
The butterfly has undergone catastrophic declines throughout much Europe and the UK in recent decades. Although Wales remains a relative stronghold, even here many localised extinctions have taken place.
To truly reverse the decline of nature in Wales, we must look beyond traditional conservation methods and embrace new, innovative approaches. It’s encouraging to see such positive progress in protecting the iconic Marsh Fritillary butterfly. While this may be the first project of its kind in Wales, it certainly shouldn’t be the last.
Llandewi – our first nature reserve
A glorious wild landscape
In 2023 INCC took on management of a large area of land owned by Brecon Carreg, the mineral water company. It is an amazing site overlooking Carreg Cennen Castle and has huge potential.
Covering 65ha, the land around Brecon Carreg’s factory near Trapp is now known as Llwyndewi after the farm that was originally present. It consists of a wonderful mix of meadows, woodland, marshy grassland, upland acid grassland and of course the River Loughor. Known as Llygad Llwchwr, the river emerges from underground caves and flows through the reserve and eventually meets the sea near Llanelli.
Nature Investigations Unit
Through in-depth investigative journalism, Wild Cymru will uncover the evidence behind the decisions affecting Wales’ wildlife, habitats and landscapes. We will expose failures, challenge those in power and bring greater transparency to environmental decision-making, because nature recovery depends on accountability.
One in Five
One out of every five species in Wales is facing extinction. One in Five is our flagship investigations campaign, examining five of the biggest threats facing Welsh wildlife through a series of in-depth reports and films. Combining investigative journalism, scientific evidence and powerful storytelling, we will expose what is driving nature’s decline and what needs to change. Our first investigation into wildfires and illegal grassland burning, is now available to read.
Appeals
Raising funds for projects that matter most
Voluntary donations and grants are vital to our work. When we undertake major initiatives, we may launch dedicated appeals to generate additional support and unlock matched funding, helping us deliver greater impact for the communities we serve.
Get involved
Volunteer with us
Our volunteers are fundamental to our work, we have a board of trustees who all volunteer their time alongside people across Wales involved in direct conservation activities.
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Support our work
Please support us so that we can speak out for wildlife. To remain impartial we do not accept Government funding for any of our activities. Instead we rely on the generous support from people like you, through regular giving, donations and bequests.
Lasting legacy
Leave a gift in your will
Wildlife needs our help more than ever. By leaving a gift in your will, you can help Wild Cymru protect nature and create a Wales with more wildlife in more places. After providing for your loved ones, even a small gift can help us do so much more.
Natur Cymru
Wales’ conservation professionals’ magazine
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