Colwick Woods Nature Reserve is one of the oldest areas of woodland in Nottingham city, home to ancient trees and diverse animal and plant life.
A not for profit, community driven nature conservation group working in partnership with Nottingham City Council to maintain, protect and enhance Colwick Woods Nature Reserve. The Friends of Colwick Woods have been working with Nottingham City Council for almost 20 years to protect, enhance and promote Colwick woods as both a sanctuary for nature to flourish and a space for the community to enjoy.
11/06/2026
Another fantastic week of nature observations! Thank you to everyone who has submitted records - every sighting helps us build a diverse picture of the wildlife and biodiversity at Colwick Woods.
If you'd like to get involved, download the iNaturalist app and start recording your wildlife sightings. Your observations can make a real difference in helping us understand and protect the nature around us.
06/06/2026
The weather has other plans today, we've decided to cancel today's litter pick. Hopefully brighter skies will allow us to reschedule soon!
Don't forget to join us this Saturday for the June Litter Pick at Colwick Woods
All equipment will be provided and there's always plenty of litter for us to clear!
31/05/2026
Don't forget to join us this Saturday for the June Litter Pick at Colwick Woods
All equipment will be provided and there's always plenty of litter for us to clear!
28/05/2026
Take a look at what we've spotted this week at the woods!
6am start, caring for nature ❤️
Don't forget to leave out shallow water bowls for all wildlife during this hot spell, they really need it
23/05/2026
A lovely morning for our bird walk today! We heard plenty of wrens, blackcaps and even some warblers hidden amongst the fresh spring leaves. They were definitely feeling elusive, but the woodland was full of birdsong.
We did manage to capture a robin from its best angle… along with an action shot showing off its predatory skills. Apologies to the unfortunate caterpillar involved 🐛
We also spotted a jackdaw happily bopping along through the meadow smelling the grass and looking for bugs
22/05/2026
Enjoy the bank holiday guys and remember to protect our woods!
20/05/2026
Holly blue butterflies, flowering ramsons, goldfinches and even a copse snail - the woods have been full of wonders lately
Our wonderful stewards have been getting creative making natural bird feeders from wooden logs, filled with peanut butter and oat flour to give our feathered visitors a tasty treat during nesting season!