For many of us November means lovely autumnal colours, cosy evenings in the warm and getting our wellies on for wet and wild walks in nature.
Which is why you might be wondering why we've chosen a picture of a beautiful flower-filled meadow. We have exciting news to share!
Thanks to your help on our Ryewater Farm Appeal, we have been able to expand one of our nature reserves!
We have now purchased an extra 4.45 acres of grassland and hedgerows, which will be transformed into a vibrant, thriving ecosystem and protected for the future!
Thank you for Protecting Nature
Ryewater Farm, a 38-acre nature reserve, is a haven for a diverse range of plants and fungi. It is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, Special Area of Conservation and an important area of species-rich wildflower meadow. “Meadows support more priority wildlife and species than any other habitat – they are essential to life", our Conservation Land Manager, Paul Rowland says. "Restoring this land to favourable condition will help us transform it to a species-rich ecosystem, protecting wild plant species."
Don't Forget the fungi! 🍄
It's the perfect time for some cosy creativity. Follow along with Plantlife's Rachel and learn how to paint a beautiful Fly Agaric Fungus with watercolour.
We couldn't write to you in autumn and not mention fungi! We love speaking up for fungi and hope you do too. So please support our Forgotten Fungi Appeal and take part in our annual Waxcap Watch campaign. Also don't forget to head to our fungi page, or check out our social media below to find out more.
Species Focus: Sulphur Tuft
This little yellowy orange fungus grows in dense clusters on dead or dying wood, and can be found on deciduous or conifer trees between July and December. Did you know, Sulphur Tufts are bioluminescent and can glow in the dark! They don’t glow strongly, so the effect is best seen using a long camera exposure, or by shining a UV light on the fruit bodies. Read more here.
Free Members only* Online Talk: An Urban Park in the Sky - Where History and Nature Meet
14 November, 7pm - 8pm
Join National Trust’s Teddy Jones for a digital tour of Castlefield Viaduct, Manchester’s urban park in the sky - and learn about Manchester’s rich industrial past and the city’s long relationship with plants. Become a member to book your spot and gain access to our upcoming talks, an ID guide, Plantlife magazines and more!
*If you are a member you should have already received your personal email invitation directly from our team (contact us if you haven’t!). New members will receive a link in your welcome email.
Feel Festive with our Christmas Shop It's that time of year again! Check out our Christmas Shop for some great gift ideas! Here's some of our favourites to get you inspired.
Everyone needs a calendar! Our beautiful 2025 calendar is filled with photos of our favourite native species. A great gift for friends, family or a treat just for you!
Spoil someone special with products from Bramley, such as this Calming Diffuser with Yarrow, Camomile & Palmarosa essential oils.
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