This summer year marks the 30th anniversary of the pioneering osprey reintroduction programme in Rutland and its first nest, hidden in a secret location on the Burley Estate. Over the past 30 years, the programme has welcomed the hatching of more than 300 osprey...
More than 80 people stepped into nature for Wild Rutland’s first volunteering events
This month, we hosted two events for people interested in volunteering with us at Wild Rutland. The events were open to everyone in and around Rutland who are interested in heritage and nature restoration, and we were delighted that the spots on both days filled up...
Wild Rutland launches volunteers offering with woodland events
Residents of Rutland are invited to learn more about Wild Rutland’s upcoming volunteering opportunities at two free events this spring. Taking place on 21 and 25 March in the heart of our proposed site, the events will welcome everyone who is interested in nature and...
Wild Rutland set to boost for the local economy
Wild Rutland - an ambitious and visionary new conservation and wildlife-led visitor attraction in the heart of the English countryside - is set to deliver significant long-term economic benefits to Rutland, stimulate local business growth, and create substantial new...
Planning Application for Wild Rutland has been submitted to Rutland County Council
We are pleased to announce that the planning application for Wild Rutland – an ambitious and visionary new conservation and wildlife-led visitor attraction – has been submitted to Rutland County Council. The plans propose the creation of a new landmark destination...
Wild Rutland reveals first Osprey nest location in Central England
A secret location which was instrumental in the recovery of ospreys in Central England, will be revealed this summer in exclusive tours. Known as ‘Site B’, the original location which housed the first nest built in 2001 is still being used today by returning ospreys...





