Kenfig Nature Trust

Protecting One of Wales' Most Important Nature Reserves

Kenfig Nature Trust is an independent charity dedicated to the care and conservation of Kenfig National Nature Reserve, a remarkable 1,300-acre dune ecosystem on the South Wales coast.

Preserve. Improve. Promote. Protect.

Through conservation, volunteering, education and community engagement, we work to safeguard this nationally significant landscape for future generations.

From rare orchids and insects to birds, wetlands and dunes, Kenfig is a place where wildlife thrives and people can reconnect with nature.

Why Kenfig Matters

Kenfig is one of the largest remaining sand dune systems in Wales and supports an extraordinary variety of wildlife and habitats.

It is more than a nature reserve. It is a place where people walk, learn, volunteer, exercise, improve their wellbeing and experience the natural world first hand.

As pressures on wildlife and natural habitats continue to grow, protecting places like Kenfig has never been more important.

Our work helps ensure that future generations can enjoy the same landscapes, wildlife and experiences that visitors value today.

What We Do

Every year, Kenfig Nature Trust works to:

• Protect and enhance habitats for wildlife.
• Support conservation and environmental management.
• Deliver educational activities and community projects.
• Provide meaningful volunteering opportunities.
• Promote understanding and appreciation of nature.
• Help people connect with the outdoors.

Whether maintaining fragile habitats, supporting local events, engaging diverse communities or raising awareness of the reserve's importance, our work helps preserve this special place for people and nature.

Why People Love Kenfig

Visitors regularly celebrate the beauty, tranquillity and wildlife that make Kenfig such a special place.

"A stunning landscape with so much nature and wildlife to get absorbed in. Be it the heath or common for all the bugs and botany or the coast and beach. Watched the kestrel for a while, hunting. Plenty of stonechat, wrens, skylarks etc and it's a bee, butterfly & insect haven. Superb!"

— John Winser, Google Review

"Kenfig National Nature Reserve is an absolute gem for nature lovers and walkers. With its dramatic sand dunes, tranquil freshwater lake, and coastal views, it's one of South Wales' best spots for a peaceful day outdoors."

— Gavin Evans, Google Review

"Lovely peaceful area... Took lots of photos of wildlife."

— Jay, Google Review

Check out this video review from Vile Reviews Wales.

How Your Support Helps

Every donation helps us continue our mission to preserve, improve, promote and protect Kenfig National Nature Reserve.

Your support could help us:

• Deliver practical conservation work.
• Purchase tools and equipment.
• Repair an maintain critical infrastructure.
• Support volunteers.
• Run educational and community activities.
• Promote awareness of the reserve.
• Protect habitats and wildlife for the future.

No matter the size, every contribution helps us care for this unique landscape.

Our Vision

We believe future generations should be able to experience the same wildlife, beauty and sense of connection to nature that Kenfig provides today.

With your support, we can continue preserving, improving, promoting and protecting this remarkable reserve for years to come.

Together, we can help ensure that Kenfig remains a thriving place for wildlife, learning, wellbeing and inspiration.