🌿Protecting Nature Across Our County
The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust is a local conservation charity dedicated to protecting wildlife, restoring habitats and inspiring people to care for the natural world across Lincolnshire. As part of The Wildlife Trusts network — one of the UK’s largest nature conservation organisations — its work spans nearly 100 nature reserves, community conservation projects and wildlife education initiatives throughout the county. lincstrust.org.uk
What They Do
Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust works to:
Protect and manage nature reserves — safeguarding vital habitats for plants, birds, mammals, insects and amphibians. lincstrust.org.uk
Restore and enhance landscapes such as fenlands, woodlands, meadows and wetlands, often reversing damage from intensive farming or development. lincstrust.org.uk
Engage the community through volunteering, guided walks, habitat workdays and family nature events. lincstrust.org.uk
Provide environmental education for all ages to foster a deeper connection with local wildlife and ecosystems. lincstrust.org.uk
The Trust also works with local partners, landowners and councils to protect roadside verges and other wildlife corridors that are vital for biodiversity. lincstrust.org.uk
🗺 Nature Reserves Near The Deepings Caravan Park
If you’re staying with us and want to explore amazing wildlife up close, there are several Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust reserves within easy reach:
🌾 Deeping Lakes Nature Reserve
Just a short drive from the park, Deeping Lakes is a peaceful wetland reserve made up of flooded gravel pits and surrounding grassland. It’s one of the best places locally to see wildfowl and waterbirds such as wigeon, teals and lapwings throughout the year. The site also offers accessible walking routes and a bird hide overlooking the lake — perfect for family visits or birdwatching. lincstrust.org.uk+1
🌾 Willow Tree Fen Nature Reserve
Situated between Baston and Spalding, Willow Tree Fen showcases traditional fenland habitat restored from former farmland. The fen supports a rich variety of birds and wetland wildlife, and is famous locally for cranes that have successfully bred here for the first time in around 400 years — a remarkable conservation success story. lincstrust.org.uk+1
🌳 Other Highlights Across Lincolnshire
While further afield, these reserves are worth exploring if you’re keen to experience more of Lincolnshire’s diverse wildlife:
🌿 Whisby Nature Park
Located near Lincoln, this extensive former gravel quarry now supports lakes, grassland and woodland, with waymarked trails, hides, an education centre, and facilities such as a café and picnic spaces. It’s great for families and birdwatchers alike. lincstrust.org.uk
🌾 Snipe Dales
Part nature reserve and part country park in the Lincolnshire Wolds, Snipe Dales features woodland, wet valley grassland and streams — ideal for nature walks and spotting seasonal wildlife. Wikipedia
🌊 Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve
On the Lincolnshire coast, Gibraltar Point offers dramatic dunes, salt marsh and shoreline habitats rich in migrating birds and coastal wildlife. Visitors can explore trails and look out for waders and seabirds year-round. lincstrust.org.uk
🐦 Getting Involved
Local residents and visitors can get involved with Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust through:
Volunteering days — helping with habitat restoration and monitoring. lincstrust.org.uk
Guided walks and talks — seasonal events that bring nature to life. lincstrust.org.uk
Membership — supporting the Trust’s conservation work and enjoying member benefits. lincstrust.org.uk
Visiting these reserves not only offers fantastic opportunities to see wildlife in stunning settings, but also supports the Trust’s vital work protecting habitats for future generations.
🌼 Why It Matters
Lincolnshire’s landscape is rich and varied — from wetlands and reedbeds to woodlands, meadows and coastal dunes. The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust helps protect this diversity, creating safe havens for species that are declining elsewhere due to habitat loss and climate change. lincstrust.org.uk
Whether you’re a keen naturalist or simply enjoy peaceful walks in nature, exploring these reserves can deepen your appreciation for the county’s wildlife and the ongoing efforts to conserve it.
