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Conservation on the Moors: How Grouse Management Helps Protect Iconic Species
Grouse moor management significantly contributes to the conservation of specific habitats and species and in this blog post we explore how t
Feb 285 min read


Saving the Song of the Moors: A Guide to Curlew Conservation
The Eurasian curlew, with its distinctive, evocative call, once thrived in the UK, its presence a familiar part of the landscape.
Feb 267 min read


Conserving Black Grouse: A Comprehensive Guide
The black grouse, a striking bird inhabiting the upland fringe, serves as a crucial indicator species, reflecting the ecological health of o
Feb 257 min read


Medicated Grit: Best Practices for Sustainable Moorland Management
Medicated grit is a tool used in this balancing act, specifically to control strongyle worms (Trichostrongylus tenuis) in red grouse.
Feb 256 min read


Can you imagine a nature reserve where thousands of rare waders come to breed?
Can you imagine a nature reserve where thousands of rare waders come to breed? A place that is beautiful to the eye, rich in wildlife and ev
Feb 251 min read


Peatlands as Carbon Stores: Why Wildfires Are a Threat
This blog post explores the critical role of UK peat soils in carbon storage and the devastating impact wildfires can have on these precious
Feb 244 min read


Peak District Gamekeepers and Fire Service Team Up
An extremely busy few weeks for our Peak District moorland gamekeepers, focused on implementing meaningful wildfire mitigation and increasin
Feb 211 min read


Cool Burning: Fighting Fire with Fire to Protect Our Moorlands
Cool burning, also known as controlled burning or prescribed burning, is the practice of intentionally setting small, low-intensity fires to
Feb 206 min read

Help Shape the Future of Our Website
We’ve recently redesigned our website to better serve our members and showcase the vital work being done to protect and enhance our uplands.
Feb 181 min read


Wildfire Training with West Yorkshire Fire Service
A moor in Calderdale recently hosted West Yorkshire Fire Service for wildfire training. Gamekeepers spoke with them regarding the heightened
Feb 181 min read
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