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A close up of a pretty pink Ballerina Waxcap in grassland, showcasing the gills on the undersideA close up of a pretty pink Ballerina Waxcap in grassland, showcasing the gills on the underside

Take Part in Waxcap Watch

Britain is home to some of the most important waxcap grasslands in the world. However, many species are becoming rare and declining. They need identifying and protecting.

Stories

Hundreds of New Sites For Rare Grassland Fungi
Violet Coral Fungus

Hundreds of New Sites For Rare Grassland Fungi

Our annual citizen survey campaign Waxcap Watch is making a big difference to fungus conservation work.

Rare Moss Numbers Triple at site in One Afternoon
Close up of the detailed Aspen Bristle-moss growing on Aspen tree bark

Rare Moss Numbers Triple at site in One Afternoon

Thanks to Training to ID a rare moss species, numbers at one site where it is found in Scotland, tripled in just one afternoon! 

Our Guide to When and How to Sow Wildflower Seeds
Wildflower at Muker Meadows

Our Guide to When and How to Sow Wildflower Seeds

Join us to delve into the secrets of creating a bright, blooming, buzzing lawn, from when to sow, to how to prep the land.