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Countryside services

Countryside links

Badger Trust|

Promotes conservation and welfare of badgers.

Bat Conservation Trust

Promotes conservation and welfare of bats.

Environment Agency

Protect and improve the environment. 

Halifax Scientific Society|

Nature walks and talks in Calderdale

National Trust|

Manage and protect landscapes, houses, gardens and ancient monuments

Forestry Commission|
The Forestry Commission is responsible for both the sustainable management of existing woods and forests, and a steady expansion of woodland area to provide more benefits for society and the environment.

MapZone|
The Ordnance Survey MapZone is a fun site for kids and young adults.

Natural England|
Natural England brings together English Nature, the Countryside Agency and the Rural Development Service to champion the conservation of the wildlife and landscape of England.

Nature Detectives|
Help to investigate how the seasons are changing.

The Open Air Laboratories (OPAL) Network|
OPAL is an exciting new initiative that is open to anyone with an interest in nature. The site contains identification guides, activities as well as a chance to take part in national surveys.

Royal Forestry Society |

Woodland management and education

RSPB|
The site provides information, including a bird identifier, RSPB reserves and activities to do.

The White Rose Forest |
Provides information on the White Rose Forest and locations across West Yorkshire.

West Yorkshire Bat Group|

Bat conservation, bat talks and walks in West Yorkshire

Yorkshire Water|
A major partner in helping to maintain and manage a large part of the Calderdale landscape.

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust|

Manage and protect wildlife

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