Latest news and updates

2019 - April

Waders making a comeback in the Avon Valley

The EU LIFE+ Waders for Real project, run by the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust, has seen an increase in the number of breeding lapwing and redshank following years of ailing numbers.

2019 - February

How was 2018 for Waders for Real and Avon Valley Waders?

With temperatures warming and the days getting longer, breeding Lapwing will shortly be back in the Avon Valley. We have been a busy team this winter, establishing 2 new breeding wader hotspot sites and monitoring wintering waterfowl and waders. So, before we get into the 2019 season, we thought it would make sense to reflect on 2018.

Lapwing And Redshank On Scrape