Southern hawker
A common dragonfly of ponds, lakes and canals near woodland, the Southern Hawker can be seen patrolling the water or 'hawking' through woodland rides. A fast-flying species, it will…
A common dragonfly of ponds, lakes and canals near woodland, the Southern Hawker can be seen patrolling the water or 'hawking' through woodland rides. A fast-flying species, it will…
Nestled at the very heart of Skomer Island lies an old converted farm building. Those of you who have visited Skomer will be familiar with the courtyard – complete with large picnic benches, and a…
This dazzling dragonfly, also known as the blue-eyed hawker, is a recent arrival to Britain.
Please help us care for our precious islands of Skomer and Skokholm and protect their wonderful wildlife!
Skomer Shearwater Week is back for its 11th year in 2025. Come and join us to talk all things Shearwater on one of our two night stays, 20th-22nd August, 22nd-24th August or 24th-26th August.
On Wednesday 3rd August Trust supporters David Astins and Amanda Love swam around Skomer Island off the Pembrokeshire Coast, raising over £2000 for the Wildlife Trust’s vital conservation work on…
The most common wood ant is the southern wood Ant, or 'red wood ant', which is found in England and Wales. An aggressive predator, it plays a vital pest control role in our woodlands.…
Due to popular demand, we are running two two-night yoga retreats in 2025, 26th-28th August and 28th-30th August!
Back after popular demand, Filkin's Drift are back to lead our folk retreat in 2025, 17th-20th August!
It's coming soon, keep an eye on our WTSWW social media pages for the official launch date!
Back by popular demand, we're pleased to be running Skomer Art for its second year in 2025, 30th August - 2nd September!
Each season we invite four volunteers to come to Skokholm and help the Wardens manage the island and monitor its wildlife. Applications are now open for 2025.