West Berkshire & North Hampshire

The Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust (BBOWT) is calling for all local community groups carrying out projects to benefit the environment to take part in the bi-annual Dorothy Morley Conservation Awards.

Winners could receive £1000 in prize money to help towards future ventures and runners up will still receive a £500 grant. The awards recognise groups who are involved in trying to improve the environment and wildlife and are also encouraging other members of the community to join in.

Rhiannon Harrington, Berkshire Community Wildlife Officer says “We‘re keen to hear from groups that have involved their local community in managing a treasured green space, or plan to do so this spring.”

She adds ”They could be creating a wildlife pond, planting a hedgerow or making a wildlife garden. We welcome projects of any size from residents groups, village societies and conservation groups, as long as the site in question has public access.”

 The Awards are held in tribute to dedicated Berkshire conservationist, Dorothy Morley.

To find out more about the Dorothy Morley Conservation Awards go to www.bbowt.org.uk or you can also pick up an application pack from the Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust directly. Applications are being accepted until May 31st, and the winners will be announced in July.