Under the supervision of Big Nature staff, students from Dorothy Stringer school planted up a Blackthorn hedge along the western boundary of the butterfly haven. This plant is essential for the establishment of the Brown Hairstreak colony.
Continue reading →We are delighted that a colony of Brown Hairstreak butterflies is establishing on the Liz Williams Butterfly Haven.
Continue reading →The annual visit of the Sussex Wildlife Trust flock is instrumental in the effective management of the butterfly haven ensuring the grasses are kept in check so the wild flowers can flourish.
Continue reading →It’s not uncommon for people to regret tuning into the news these days because so frequently its negative and we all know that continued exposure to bleak and dismal announcements can lead to poor mental health. Therefore, during my career … Continue reading →
We are delighted to reveal the new interpretation boards for the Liz Williams Butterfly Haven.
Continue reading →The rain stopped just in time for the inauguration of the Liz Williams Butterfly Haven at Dorothy Stringer. It was officially opened by the mayor who was joined by students and staff from Dorothy Stringer, Varndean, Balfour, Varndean College6* and … Continue reading →
Big Nature was able to support students and their families help manage the Dorothy Stringer Woodland for nature. This involved coppicing some of the Hazel to open up part of the woodland. Various plants and animals take advantage of this … Continue reading →
We are delighted to be able to facilitate the Sussex Wildlife Trust’s sheep to visit the Liz Williams Butterfly Haven to help maintain the habitat restoration here. Chalk Grass Downland is one of the most biodiverse, but also one of … Continue reading →
Following a grant from the Brighton & Hove Communities Fund and working in conjunction with Dorothy Stringer School which also secured funding from The Chapman Charitable Trust and The Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust, we have been able to purchase and … Continue reading →
Big Nature is delighted that through its work supporting and developing the Liz Williams Butterfly Haven a group of interested like minded people have got together to create the Friends of Liz Williams Butterfly Haven. You can follow what goes … Continue reading →
