Saving red squirrels
Red Squirrel conservation in Cumbria and where to see red squirrels.
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Join us to protect red squirrels
We're the only voluntary organisation dedicated solely to the conservation of the wildlife and wild places of Cumbria. Thousands of members support our work. 600 volunteers give their time. 38 nature reserves open to visitors.
The Earnse Project
The Earnse project aims to provide a platform for everyone to explore the wonders of nature on their doorstep.
Red squirrel
Red squirrels are native to the UK but are a lot rarer than their grey cousins. They live in a few special places across the UK thanks to reintroduction projects.
My project
Craig gives up his time volunteering in the Bluebell Community Garden. Transforming the garden into a positive space for local people to enjoy, Craig has felt himself become relaxed and happier,…
Feeding red squirrels in Cumbria responsibly
A safeguarding guide for protecting red squirrels using official UK guidance on feeding wild red squirrels.
Red squirrels at a feeding station
Video footage of red squirrels scampering about at a feeding station on a stone wall at Bowber Head Nature Reserve.
Eycott Hill project
We’re delighted that Eycott Hill is now a nature reserve following a three-year fundraising campaign. Read more about the project...
Furness savers help red squirrels
Savers with Furness Building Society have helped to raise just under £7,000 to protect red squirrels in Cumbria
Squirrels go nuts for The Cumberland initiative to help Cumbria’s endangered red squirrels
We're grateful for donation from local building society which will help red squirrel conservation
History of Eycott Hill Project
As part of my placement with Cumbria Wildlife Trust I’ve been working on a project looking into the history of Eycott Hill Nature Reserve.
Meet our new red squirrel warden
Efforts to protect Cumbria’s iconic red squirrels are gathering pace thanks to a ground-breaking initiative from the Cumberland Building Society