We try to avoid using jargon in the guides and actions on How to Rewild. But sometimes a sentence flows a bit better if we can write something more specific, with fewer words.  This is a collection of the words and phrases you may see us using from time to time that aren’t always explained […] The post Rewilding Glossary appeared first on How to Rewild ..read more

We’ve done a deep dive into UK rewilding destinations and found some of Britain’s best sites to visit in 2024, where your stay will genuinely help to subsidise the cost of rewilding projects. Coombeshead is home to the rare and elusive Derek Gow, who famously bred many of the UK’s beavers. Rewilding Coombeshead Shepherd huts […] The post Top 5 UK Rewilding Holiday Destinations appeared first on How to Rewild ..read more

This is the complete guide to keeping deer off your land or out of your garden, whether using a deterrent or a fence.  We’ve got clear and simple recommendations, based on scientific research, and information from DEFRA, the Forestry Commission and The British Deer Society.  Summary In this in-depth guide, you’ll learn: Why do I […] The post The Ultimate Guide to UK Deer Fences (& Alternatives) appeared first on How to Rewild ..read more

Rewilding can seem overwhelming at first, no matter how big your project is, but these free apps and websites help make it clear and easy to manage. 1 Buy Native buynative.co.uk When you’re starting out with a rewilding project, part of the battle is getting a diverse community of native plants established. Sourcing those plants […] The post Top 7 Best Websites and Apps for Rewilding appeared first on How to Rewild ..read more

If you’re looking for an ethical Christmas gift or thinking about leaving a legacy to a UK rewilding charity, it can be tricky to know which is the best choice. To make your life simpler, we’ve independently assembled the facts and figures that show what these charities do and how they spend their money. Every […] The post Top 7 UK Rewilding Charities appeared first on How to Rewild ..read more

There’s been a lot of buzz in the media over the past year about the damage that plastic tree tubes do to our landscape, but are there actually any good alternatives? Why do we need tree tubes anyway? The very species that we love to see in the countryside – deer, hare and voles – […] The post Can I Buy a Biodegradable Tree Tube? appeared first on How to Rewild ..read more

A Guide to Urban Rewilding Written by Chris D’Agorne, in partnership with It’s obvious that bigger rewilding projects have a bigger impact on nature. But perhaps less obvious that this relationship isn’t a straight line – a 100m2 patch of land has more value to nature if it’s part of a larger project than if it stands alone, isolated. And that comes down to one of rewilding’s 3 D’s – ‘dispersal’. Why is Dispersal So Important? A diverse population of wildlife is healthier, as it has a bigger selection of adaptations that protect it from threats as varied as climate change, disease a ..read more

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How to Buy Land for Rewilding December 16, 2022 A clear and helpful guide which explains how to find land in the UK, what the right price is for farmland and how the buying process work, step-by-step. My Experience As I’ve bought land for rewilding recently myself, I’ll break this down into simple steps and try to give you a bit of context from my own experience. The field plot I purchased is in Somerset, UK – 3.5 acres in size and it wasn’t advertised when I found it. Alongside the typical processes, I’ll also let you know how I managed to find something that wasn’t on the mar ..read more

The Best Rewilding Books November 21, 2022 Whatever your background, there’s a rewilding book for you. Over the past few years, the genre has exploded, but here are our top 5 books for rewilders – perfect Christmas gifts for people interested in rewilding. Rebirding – Benedict Macdonald Topic: Nature With Ben’s history working in Natural History TV, there’s a strong sense of story here with some astonishing statistics thrown in to emphasise quite how badly we need a conservation rethink. This is an inspiring read, though, with the final section giving a real sense of hope and b ..read more