Purple toothwort [Lathraea clandestina] is an unusual parasitic plant native to many parts of Europe but a rare introduction in the UK. This example was found in a boggy part of our local woodland. The plant has no leaves or …
A recently arrived pair of Black Swans at the Heath pond have so far ruffled no feathers in the 30 strong flock of resident Mute Swans. In fact they look quite at home and attracting a lot of interest from …
Sad remains of a toad found recently amongst the regrowth of the burnt ground from this summer’s grass fire on the Heath – a reminder for next year of how careful everyone needs to be with cigarettes etc.…
Robin Hart has been awarded a prestigious medal in recognition of the huge amount of service he provides for conservation and ecology, on behalf of very many organisations. Friends of Petersfield Heath are fortunate to have Robin, a founder member …
The Friends work parties have had a busy winter, undertaking many management jobs on Petersfield Heath.
Their work included maintaining the open areas of the heath by clearing bramble and bracken by hand, as well as “popping” saplings using our …
Some chiffchaffs are staying longer than usual for this time of year. This is a shy bird belonging to the warblers, with a distinct song. You might also pick out the rather boring piping of bullfinches. Listen to quarrelsome shrieks …
