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Thames Basin Heaths Partnership Surrey, Hampshire & Berkshire. Three of the UK’s rarest birds nest here. It’s the nesting birds that give this land its legal protection.

Protecting the heaths of the Special Protection Area and promoting , local country walks that help protect the heaths. We’re a partnership of local councils, land managers and nature conservation bodies conserving the heathland of the Thames Basin Heaths Special Protection Area across Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire. The Dartford Warbler, Nightjar and Woodlark rely on the heathland and nest on or near the ground, making them very vulnerable to disturbance. On this page we’re sharing the story of the heathland and bringing you news of , a conservation strategy to create dog-friendly local country walks that help protect heathland wildlife. We’d love you to fall in love with your local heathland and help secure its future by spreading the word about keeping to main paths, how to and . By looking after the birds, we can all play our part in making sure that protection stays in place. Protecting the birds protects the heaths. Protecting the heaths protects the birds.

play an important role in promoting across , and . But have you ever heard of the term 'blue space'? It's a term...
07/10/2026

play an important role in promoting across , and . But have you ever heard of the term 'blue space'?

It's a term used to describe water bodies such as lakes, canals, ponds, rivers and streams.

Many people are drawn to water and find sitting on a riverbank a relaxing pastime. I certainly do. Rivers are ecosystems in their own right, providing an alternative transport link for wildlife! Research has shown that time spent around blue spaces can improve physical and mental health. Why not get exploring local to you?

📷 Watching wildlife use the River Blackwater at Swan Lake Park in Sandhurst. I was treated to a stunning flash of blue as a kingfisher flew past! ~Nicky


https://tbhpartnership.org.uk/greenspace/

Exciting vacancy with the team!We are pleased to share that we have a vacancy for Senior Manager within the team. Intere...
06/10/2026

Exciting vacancy with the team!

We are pleased to share that we have a vacancy for Senior Manager within the team.

Interested in joining the leadership team and championing the project through engagement with stakeholders, partners and councillors?

Deadline for applications is Tuesday 20th October.

Further information on how to apply here: https://tbhpartnership.org.uk/news/vacancy-senior-manager/

📷 Senior Manager Victoria spreading the word about the magic of the at a Heath Week 2026 event.

Warden Mandy took these beautiful photos of scenes at Chobham Common National Nature Reserve in at the weekend 🍁🍂It'...
06/10/2026

Warden Mandy took these beautiful photos of scenes at Chobham Common National Nature Reserve in at the weekend 🍁🍂

It's that time of year for dewy mornings, cooler temperatures and spiderwebs!

What do you enjoy most about autumn?

Explore Surrey's Countryside

Education Officer Michael enjoyed a day full of fun activities with Wildmoor Heath School in today!This morning he ran...
05/10/2026

Education Officer Michael enjoyed a day full of fun activities with Wildmoor Heath School in today!

This morning he ran a session with the Reception class looking for signs of and this afternoon was out with the Year 2s working on their map skills - aided by some friendly heathland species along the way 😀

Well done Michael and to the pupils for being so engaged!

Exciting vacancy with the team! We are pleased to share that we have a vacancy for a Warden to join the existing year-r...
05/10/2026

Exciting vacancy with the team!

We are pleased to share that we have a vacancy for a Warden to join the existing year-round warden team.

Join our friendly team and help us spread the word about how amazing the are 😀

Deadline for applications is Tuesday 20th October.

Information on how to apply here: https://tbhpartnership.org.uk/news/vacancy-warden/

📷 Seasonal Warden Mick inspiring children at a summer wildfire event at Swinley Forest.

There's something about the autumn glow that results from the sun being low in the sky at this time of the year. Particu...
04/10/2026

There's something about the autumn glow that results from the sun being low in the sky at this time of the year. Particularly as it filters through trees ☀🌳

We'd love to see your photos of the autumn light you see during your walks 📷

03/10/2026

Ever wondered why bees buzz?

It's all down to the movement of their thorax wall as their flight muscles pull on it!

Of course as children it's just something that we associated with bees, without perhaps questioning why 🐝

Ling is a fantastic source of nectar to in so it was lovely to spot this busy bee last week.

Wardens Tim and Ruth enjoyed running a pop-up alongside Surrey County Council staff and Surrey PCSO's at the start of th...
02/10/2026

Wardens Tim and Ruth enjoyed running a pop-up alongside Surrey County Council staff and Surrey PCSO's at the start of this week.

Surrey Police are incredibly proactive in looking at ways to reduce and report antisocial behaviour in the area surrounding Whitmoor Common in . So the best way to do it? Get out and chat to the local community!

Thankyou to all the visitors that stopped for a chat and showed support for our 😀

Explore Surrey's Countryside

Exciting vacancy with the team! We are pleased to share that we have a vacancy for a brand new position of Education War...
01/10/2026

Exciting vacancy with the team!

We are pleased to share that we have a vacancy for a brand new position of Education Warden.

Join our friendly team and help us spread the word about how amazing the are 😀

Deadline for applications is Sunday 18th October.

Information on how to apply here: https://tbhpartnership.org.uk/news/vacancy-education-warden/

📷 Education and Engagement Officer Michael introducing families to the world of butterflies during Heath Week 2026.

01/10/2026

It's 1st October today and we're definitely feeling the vibes!

It may seem quieter on the wildlife front but take some time to slow down and peer at heathland features more closely and see what you can find!

A free movie app brings your walk to life in seconds! Why not have a go?

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