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Join the Nature Recovery Dorset network

The Nature Recovery Dorset network connects and recognises people and organisations who are taking action for nature across Dorset. 

It brings together farmers, landowners, businesses, schools, community groups, individuals and organisations who are helping wildlife and natural spaces thrive.

By joining the network, you become part of a shared effort to protect and restore nature across Dorset.

Use the sections below to find out how the network can support you and what to expect when you become a member.

Benefits of joining the network

Joining the Nature Recovery Dorset network helps connect your actions with others and shows how they contribute to nature recovery across Dorset.

When you join, you can:

  • receive a free welcome pack and resources to help promote your actions
  • help inspire and encourage others to get involved
  • showcase your work for nature on a county-wide map (optional)
  • receive a seasonal newsletter with top tips, success stories and local opportunities

Every action matters, whether it is sustainable farming, planting for pollinators, reducing pesticide use, managing a nature reserve or creating space for nature in your community.

Together, these actions support Dorset's nature recovery priorities and help create healthier, more resilient places for people and wildlife.

Getting ideas and support

The network is a place to share ideas and learn from what others are doing across Dorset.

Explore the map to discover projects near you and see practical examples of nature recovery in different settings, from farms and businesses to councils and gardens. Many members use it to find ideas for their next step.

Some people and organisations have chosen to share their contact details, making it easier to connect with others.

If you're looking for more ideas or are not sure where to start, explore the Nature Recovery Dorset hints and tips and take action at your own pace.

What to expect when you join

Joining the network is simple and flexible.

You choose what information to share about your activities, and you can update it as your work develops by emailing [email protected].

After joining, you will become part of a growing community working to support nature recovery across Dorset. We'll share updates, stories and opportunities to help you stay connected and build on your efforts.

The network is based on trust and helps show how many people are contributing to nature recovery and the amount of land involved. It does not tell people what actions to take, collect detailed monitoring data, or provide the only measure of nature recovery in Dorset.

Benefits of joining the network

Joining the Nature Recovery Dorset network helps connect your actions with others and shows how they contribute to nature recovery across Dorset.

When you join, you can:
 
  • receive a free welcome pack and resources to help promote your actions
  • help inspire and encourage others to get involved
  • showcase your work for nature on a county-wide map (optional)
  • receive a seasonal newsletter with top tips, success stories and local opportunities
Every action matters, whether it is sustainable farming, planting for pollinators, reducing pesticide use, managing a nature reserve or creating space for nature in your community.

Together, these actions support Dorset's nature recovery priorities and help create healthier, more resilient places for people and wildlife.

Who can join

From schools to farms, businesses to community groups, anyone helping make space for nature in our county can join the Nature Recovery Dorset network. 

Whether you're leading a large-scale conservation project, running a sustainable farm, or planting wildflowers in your school garden, your efforts count. Together we can help halt nature’s decline in Dorset.

Why join

As a member of the Nature Recovery Dorset network, you’ll:
 
  • help show where spaces for nature are being created in Dorset
  • connect with others working to expand and connect nature in the county
  • get access to free resources to showcase and promote your nature projects
  • have the opportunity to share successes, exchange ideas, and inspire others

How to join

Simply tell us what you're doing for nature and where, by completing our quick registration form. Once you’ve joined, you’ll get access to a range of free printed and digital resources to help showcase how you're making space for nature.
 

How to join the network

Complete our quick registration form to tell us about your nature recovery activities and become part of the county-wide effort to protect and restore nature.

Gardeners within a field digging and planting crops with text 'Join the Nature Recovery Dorset network' and Nature Recovery Dorset logo

Our growing network

Explore our interactive map to discover the individuals, groups, and organisations already taking action for nature as part of Nature Recovery Dorset.

Each pin represents a unique effort - whether it’s restoring habitats, planting for pollinators, or creating wildlife-friendly spaces. You can click on a pin to find out more.

Total Nature Recovery Dorset network members: 331

Nature Recovery Dorset network map

Not all members have chosen to display their actions on the map,  so while the map shows many contributions, the total number of members is even higher.

Nature Recovery Dorset has been set up to support the development and delivery of Dorset's local nature recovery strategy.

Discover more about Nature Recovery Dorset

Find out more about Nature Recovery Dorset, including the Local Nature Recovery Strategy, hints and tips, stories from across Dorset and advice for funding your project.