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With more than 130 adult and youth groups across the UK, the RSPB is helping to make a difference in our local communities. For many, these volunteer-led groups are the face and voice of the RSPB and can be an essential force in the fight to save nature.
Most of you will be familiar with our amazing network of nature reserves and the work that we do with partners to help nature across the UK. But did you know that we also have an extensive network of vital local groups, doing remarkable work in our communities?
Run exclusively by people like you, the volunteer-led local group network extends from Guernsey to Inverness and from Essex to Fermanagh. There are currently over 130 of these enthusiastic groups flying the flag for the RSPB, bringing people together and making a difference for nature wherever they live.
Here are a few things you may not know about our local groups…
For many, joining a group is a great way to meet people and make new friends. It’s a chance to learn more about birds and nature, but also to share your own knowledge – and have fun!
Connection to nature is proven to improve wellbeing and some local groups run nature-themed walks in conjunction with the NHS social prescribing service while other groups run regular walks for carers, giving them a well-earned break.
Local group volunteers across the UK attend community events such as fairs and fetes, engaging with people of all ages and helping spread the word about the RSPB’s work.
Our groups are run entirely by volunteers, so don’t just think about joining, think about how you could help support their activities – and add some new ones!
If you’d like to learn more about your nearest local group and how you might be able to get involved, visit our local groups webpage here.