One in six species are at risk of extinction in the UK. Let that sink in. In the face of shocking headlines, staggering statistics and the destruction of our natural world, we can't afford to let this continue. Our campaign aligns with the nationwide goal of restoring 30% of UK land and sea for nature by 2030. Together, we can make a tangible difference right here in Surrey. Surrey Wildlife Trust has a strong track record of getting results for nature but now needs to aim higher to give our natural world a fighting chance. 

The Save Surrey’s Nature appeal champions the restoration and expansion of Surrey’s most diverse and threatened habitats. From nationally-significant heathland and chalk grassland to vital woodland and wetlands, we have a plan to create healthier, better-connected habitats to help all wildlife thrive. Wildlife needs safe places to shelter, eat, sleep and breed – and without this, it will be lost.

At Surrey Wildlife Trust, collaboration is key. We’re connecting with other conservation and community groups to share resources and expertise. By working together, we can achieve our goal of restoring biodiversity county-wide. 

By complementing and supporting the work of specialist conservation and community groups - such as the National Trust, Natural England, Butterfly Conservation, Zoological Society of London, the Environment Agency, Surrey Botanical Society, Surrey Mammal Group, Surrey Amphibian and Reptile Group, and the Amphibian & Reptile Conservation Trust - we’re ensuring that recovery plans for these and other species make best use of all available local expertise. 

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We’re aiming to raise £1million through our Save Surrey’s Nature Appeal. It’s an ambitious target (we are asking businesses to support the appeal too) but this vital income boost is needed to achieve more for nature more quickly. 

We need to be bigger, bolder and wilder to restore nature at scale across Surrey. 

We rely on nature for everything – the air we breathe, the food we eat, the water we drink - and it supports our health, happiness and even our economy. Yet for too long nature has been destroyed through unsustainable, inappropriate development and intensive agriculture. This must change. 

Our vision to reach 30% of land rich in wildlife and inspire one in four people to act for nature is bold, but it’s critical we achieve this by 2030.

Save Surrey’s Nature Appeal funds will fuel critical initiatives aimed at restoring and safeguarding Surrey’s natural habitats and wildlife. 

We’re aiming to raise £1million through our Save Surrey’s Nature Appeal. It’s an ambitious target but this vital income boost is needed to achieve more for nature more quickly.

Our focus includes managing, creating and connecting woodlands, grasslands, hedgerows, and wetlands to establish wilder corridors and protected areas for biodiversity to flourish. By prioritising land management decisions that incorporate Nature Based Solutions, we aim to expand and interconnect habitats across the county. 

Additionally, your support will enable us to provide training programmes for aspiring conservationists, inspire younger generations through our Wilder Schools programme, and empower local communities to champion nature conservation.

Rest assured; every pound donated will contribute directly to our critical mission of preserving Surrey’s nature for future generations.