Past Events
March 2021
Hazel Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – 1st & 2nd March 2021
– SOLD OUT – This is an online course. This course will be run over two afternoon sessions. Cost for entire course is £30. We will look at the ecology of dormice, their conservation and relevant legislation. We will also consider woodland management for the species. This course is an excellent first step for those wishing to get involved in dormouse conservation and it is recommended as a first step for those wishing to train for their dormouse license. It…
… Find out more »Hazel Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – 15th & 16th March 2021
– SOLD OUT – This is an online course. This course will be run over two afternoon sessions. Cost for entire course is £30. We will look at the ecology of dormice, their conservation and relevant legislation. We will also consider woodland management for the species. This course is an excellent first step for those wishing to get involved in dormouse conservation and it is recommended as a first step for those wishing to train for their dormouse license. It…
… Find out more »April 2021
Hazel Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – 12th & 13th April 2021
This is an online course. This course will be run over two afternoon sessions. Cost for entire course is £30. We will look at the ecology of dormice, their conservation and relevant legislation. We will also consider woodland management for the species. This course is an excellent first step for those wishing to get involved in dormouse conservation and it is recommended as a first step for those wishing to train for their dormouse license. It will not, however, provide…
… Find out more »September 2021
Hazel Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – 20th & 21st September 2021
This is an online course. This course will be run over two afternoon sessions. Cost for entire course is £30. We will look at the ecology of dormice, their conservation and relevant legislation. We will also consider woodland management for the species. This course is an excellent first step for those wishing to get involved in dormouse conservation and it is recommended as a first step for those wishing to train for their dormouse license. It will not, however, provide…
… Find out more »April 2022
Hazel Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – 25th & 26th April 2022
This is an online course. This course will be run over two afternoon sessions. Cost for entire course is £30. We will look at the ecology of dormice, their conservation and relevant legislation. We will also consider woodland management for the species. This course is an excellent first step for those wishing to get involved in dormouse conservation and it is recommended as a first step for those wishing to train for their dormouse license. It will not, however, provide…
… Find out more »May 2022
An evening with Hedgehog Street – 3rd May 2022
This Hedgehog Awareness Week you’re invited to join us for an evening celebrating all things hedgehog. Hedgehog Street is a joint campaign by People’s Trust for Endangered Species and The British Hedgehog Preservation Society, and we’re thrilled to bring you this FREE event to entertain, educate and inspire. We’ve prepared a varied line-up of speakers covering topics from research and conservation to community action and engagement. Find out more about the event and speakers HERE. Date: Tuesday 3rd May 2022…
… Find out more »Hedgehog Ecology and Land Management Course for Practitioners – 25th May 2022
Course content Talk 1: Ecology and behaviour An overview of basic biology, ecology, behaviour, disease and rehabilitation. Talk 2: Population, monitoring and the law An overview of recent trends in the UK hedgehog population, the hedgehog’s conservation status and the legislation surrounding them. Talk 3: Threats and mitigation An overview of threats to hedgehogs and discussion around potential solutions and barriers. Cost: £30 per person Duration: Half day (1pm-5pm) Tutors: Hugh Warwick and Grace Johnson Location: Online (Zoom) Why do…
… Find out more »July 2022
Humble heroes: the hidden world of hedgerows and their wildlife – 20th July 2022
Join us to learn more about the incredible world of hedgerows. From nesting birds to hibernating hedgehogs, well-managed hedges can provide abundant resources for much of our wildlife. They form a key component of our natural heritage and provide many key ecosystem services and functions. Yet, to maintain a healthy hedgerow network into the future, we need to manage hedgerows according to their natural lifecycle. In this talk we will cover: The importance of hedgerows to wildlife and humans The…
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Hazel Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – 1st & 2nd August 2022
This is an online course. This course will be run over two afternoon sessions. Cost for entire course is £30. We will look at the ecology of dormice, their conservation and relevant legislation. We will also consider woodland management for the species. This course is an excellent first step for those wishing to get involved in dormouse conservation and it is recommended as a first step for those wishing to train for their dormouse license. It will not, however, provide…
… Find out more »November 2022
Art and Conservation – 8th November 2022
We’re partnering with Wildlife Drawing to bring you an evening of art and conservation, centred around the beloved dormouse. We’ll hear from Ian White, our Dormouse Officer, who will talk about our dormouse conservation efforts, including our dormouse reintroduction programme. We’ll then get some drawing tips from artist and wildlife enthusiast Laura Cuppage. This art class costs £10 (plus a small booking fee) and takes place online. 50% of the proceeds will be donated to PTES. Learn more and reserve…
… Find out more »An evening with Hedgehog Street – 17th November 2022
This Autumn you’re invited to join us as we explore recent research findings on urban hedgehog conservation. Hedgehog Street is a joint campaign by People’s Trust for Endangered Species and The British Hedgehog Preservation Society, and we’re thrilled to bring you this FREE evening event covering hedgehog houses, highways, hibernation and much more. Join us for an evening with Hedgehog Street! Find out more about the event and speakers HERE. We’ll be joined by: Abi Gazzard, Hedgehog researcher Grace Johnson, Hedgehog…
… Find out more »January 2023
Healthy hedgerows: from the individual hedge to the landscape-level – 19th January 2023
Date: 19th Jan Time: 6.30-7.30pm Cost: Free Venue: Online Despite their humble appearance, healthy hedgerows support much of Britain’s wildlife, from winter visitors like fieldfares and redwings, to bats, butterflies and hedgehogs. They also quietly provide many different ecosystem functions and services, including flood control, carbon storage and pollination. Yet, to keep hedgerows healthy and providing this multitude of benefits to wildlife and humans long into the future, they need careful management. This talk will cover: The importance of hedgerows…
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Art and Conservation – 9th February 2023
Date: 9th Feb Time: 7:00-9:00pm Cost: £10 + booking fee Venue: Online Back by popular demand, we’re holding another art class with our partners at Wildlife Drawing, and this time, we’re celebrating hedgehogs. During the session, we’ll hear from our very own Hedgehog Officer, Grace Johnson, who’ll share lots of information about these special animals and our efforts to protect them. She’ll also answer any hedgehog-related questions you may have. Then, artist Laura Cuppage will offer pro tips and tricks…
… Find out more »May 2023
An Evening with Hedgehog Street: Ghosts in the Hedgerow – Thursday 4th May 2023
This Hedgehog Awareness Week, we’re delighted to bring you our next instalment of An Evening with Hedgehog Street. For this FREE online event, we’ll be joined by hedgehog author and researcher Tom Moorhouse, to talk about his latest book Ghosts in the Hedgerow (find out more about the book in our review HERE). Ghosts in the Hedgerow comes out on the 23rd of March so order your copy, send your questions for Tom to hedgehog@ptes.org and we’ll see…
… Find out more »Water Vole Ecology and Field Signs Training – Wednesday 10th May 2023
This course will cover water vole ecology, lifecycle, habitat, survey techniques, and the identification of field signs. No prior knowledge necessary. The course is suitable for anyone with a professional or personal interest in this species, and is designed to guide you towards taking part in our National Water Vole Monitoring Programme (NWVMP). Water voles are fully protected by law, but they can be elusive and difficult to detect. It is important that NWVMP volunteers, conservationists, and ecologists know how…
… Find out more »Hazel Dormouse Ecology, Conservation and Woodland Management – Monday 15th & Tuesday 16th May 2023
We will look at the ecology of dormice, their conservation and relevant legislation. We will also consider woodland management for the species. This course is an excellent introduction for those wishing to get involved in dormouse conservation and it is recommended as a first step for those wishing to train for their dormouse license. It will not, however, provide you with a reference for your dormouse license application. Tutor: PTES Dormouse and Training Officer, Ian White Date: Mon…
… Find out more »November 2023
Water vole drawing class with Wild Life Drawing – 14th November 2023
Join us for an evening of art and conservation with our partners at Wild Life Drawing, where we’ll focus on one of our priority species, the water vole. PTES water vole officer Emily Sabin will tell you all about water voles and her work around the country to monitor and protect this threatened species, and Laura Cuppage from Wild Life Drawing will give you tips and tricks to help bring your drawing to life. This class will be live streamed…
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