Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust
The Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust is a wildlife trust covering the counties of Leicestershire and Rutland, England. Founded in 1956, (originally under the name "Leicestershire and Rutland Trust for Nature Conservation") the trust now has 9,000 members helping care for 29 nature reserves covering more than 2,600 acres (11 km2) across the region. The best known of these nature reserves is the Rutland Water Nature Reserve, managed on behalf of Anglian Water. With over 10,000 waterfowl of up to 28 species, it is a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
LRWT also campaigns for wildlife, protecting threatened habitats like wild flower meadows and threatened species such as ospreys, otters and water voles. By holding activities and events such as orchid rambles and birdwatching fairs, the trust gives people of all ages the chance to experience local wildlife. The Trust also advises landowners on important nature conservation issues.
The Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust is based in Leicester and is managed by an elected Council of Trustees. It is a registered charity (no.210531) and a company limited by guarantee (no.561833). The Trust's work is done by over 20 professional staff and 400 active volunteers, who help with the conservation and with essential fundraising events. The trust's patron and vice-president is Sir David Attenborough.
Coordinates: 52°33′39″N 1°10′35″W / 52.560699°N 1.176274°W
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