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Community Nature Reserve
Suffolk, United Kingdom
Aim
Help us grow a UK-wide Community Nature Reserve movement, turning small patches of gardens into thriving havens for wildlife and people.
Imagine if every garden in the UK gave just three square yards back to nature.
That’s the simple idea behind the Community Nature Reserve movement. By encouraging people to dedicate a small patch of their garden to wildlife-friendly plants, or simply let it grow wild, we can create a network of mini nature reserves right on our doorsteps.
And it all started in Felixstowe.
From one town to a nationwide movement
The project began in Felixstowe in 2015, inspired by the belief that everyone can play a part in protecting nature, no matter how big or small their garden is.
Since then, more than 1,500 households have joined the movement, creating a combined area of wildlife-friendly space equivalent to a football pitch.
What began as a local idea has the potential to become something much bigger.
We want communities across the UK to have the opportunity to create their own Community Nature Reserves, bringing people together to support wildlife and improve their local environment.
Sir David Attenborough has shown his support for the project, recognising the importance of bringing nature back into people's everyday lives.
Nature is good for people, too
Community Nature Reserves aren't just about helping wildlife.
Spending time in nature can also improve our wellbeing, helping us feel calmer, less stressed and more connected to the world around us.
Whether it's planting wildflowers, watching butterflies or simply enjoying a quiet corner of the garden, these small spaces can make a real difference to our lives.
Help us take the movement nationwide
Our vision is simple: we want people to be able to ‘claim their town’ and create their own Community Nature Reserve.
We're developing an online directory where communities can establish their own local reserves, share their progress, promote their activities and inspire others to get involved.
But we need your help to make it happen.
- Provide resources, advice and ongoing support to help people create wildlife-friendly spaces.
- Promote the movement and encourage more households, towns and communities to get involved.
Every donation will help us bring this vision closer to reality.
One small patch can make a big difference
You don't need a huge garden, specialist knowledge or lots of money to help wildlife.
Just three square yards.
With your support, we can help communities across the UK create a network of small nature reserves, bringing wildlife back into our towns and helping people reconnect with the natural world.
Together, we can build a greener, healthier future, one small patch at a time.
Funding method
Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made