Windmill Farm
The reserve is of particular importance for its lowland heathland habitats and the variety of rare and specialist wildlife, including Cornish heath.
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A first for the UK at Windmill Farm
Whilst leading a walk at Cornwall Wildlife Trust's Windmill Farm nature reserve, Dougy Wright spotted a large dragonfly that he immediately recognised as a vagrant emperor (Anax ephippiger…
VIDEO: Emily Hardisty explores Windmill Farm Nature Reserve
Our resident vlogger Emily Hardisty is back with another video, this time at one of our most popular nature reserves located on The Lizard - Windmill Farm.
Lizard orchid
The petals of the rare Lizard orchid's flowers form the head, legs and long tail of a lizard. They are greenish, with light pink spots and stripes, and smell strongly of goats! Spot this tall…
Common lizard
Look out for a common lizard basking in the warm sun as you wander around heathlands, moorlands and grasslands. You might even be lucky enough to spot one in your garden, too!
Sand lizard
The sand lizard is extremely rare due to the loss of its sandy heath and dune habitats. Reintroduction programmes have helped establish new populations.
Rare Damselfly discovered on The Lizard
A species of damselfly thought to have never previously occurred in Cornwall has been discovered at a site near St Keverne on The Lizard peninsula. This has been verified by staff at Cornwall…
Wildlife Watch Events
Forthcoming Wildlife Watch Events
Wildlife Patrons: Events
Our Wildlife Patrons have an exciting programme of events each year.
Wildlife Groundswell: Community-Led Conservation on the Lizard Peninsula
Wildlife Groundswell, one of Cornwall Wildlife Trust's Associated Groups, is a community-driven conservation organisation based on the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall, empowering local people to…
Beaver Reintroduction Consultation Events in Cornwall
Cornwall Wildlife Trust are hosting four wild beaver reintroduction consultation events across the Par and Fowey catchments during winter 2024/25.
News and Events from our Associated Groups
Read stories from local groups across Cornwall and find out how to get involved with their latest events.