What to see in November
November is the perfect time to spot the colourful array of berries that brighten up our hedgerows and woodlands.
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Chicken of the woods
Chicken of the woods is a sulphur-yellow bracket fungus of trees in woods, parks and gardens. It can often be found in tiered clusters on oak, but also likes beech, chestnut, cherry and even yew…
Wildfest - A Wild Day Out!
On 2 July a festival celebrating local wildlife and the groups that work to for nature across the District will be held in Verulamium Park.
30 Days Wild
The UK's month-long nature challenge. Join in & do something wild every day for a month.
Go Wild on Random Acts of Kindness Day!
10 inspiring actions you can take to support people and wildlife on Random Acts of Kindness Day 2024.
30 Days Wild
Can you to do one wild thing every day? That’s the ask of 30 Days Wild, a national event organised by The Wildlife Trusts, every June. Last year 760,000 people got involved and, with nature in…
Wild cherry
The mass of white, frothy blossom on a wild cherry is a sight to behold. Planted as an ornamental tree, it also grows wild in woods and hedges. Its red fruits are the edible cherries we know and…
Wildfest 2023 - The Day Watford Went Wild!
The local community turned out in good numbers to attend Wildfest 2023 at Cassiobury Park on Saturday 8 July - unperturbed by the threat of storms and showers!
Fir and Pond Woods
A diverse woodland reserve that features a meadow dotted with ancient ant hills and a medieval fish pond.
Wild angelica
The red-tinged, flower clusters of Wild angelica smell just like the garden variety, which is used in making cake decorations. Wild angelica likes damp places, such as wet meadows and wet…
Wild strawberry
The Wild strawberry produces miniature, edible versions of the juicy red fruits we so enjoy. Gathering wild food can be fun, but it's best to do it with an expert - come along to a Wildlife…
Wild garlic
In April and May, our ancient woodlands are awash with the white, starry flowers and smell of wild garlic. Millions of bulbs can exist in just one wood, giving rise to dazzling 'white carpets…