
Bradford Urban Wildlife Group
Recording, observing and protecting Bradford wildlife & habitats
Welcome to BUWG
About Us:
Established in 1987, the group exists to promote interest in and conservation of wildlife and habitats in the Bradford area.
A good example of our work is the creation and maintenance of a butterfly meadow on land at Shipley station, carried out in partnership with the Yorkshire Branch of Butterfly Conservation. Read more about us.
Top News:
A huge area in the Bradford district has been designated a National Nature Reserve, known as the Bradford Pennine Gateway. Great news for the district's wildlife and people. See Natural England's full statement here.
Published 13 May 2025.
Coming Up - Our Next Event:
Outdoor Event: Fungi Foray, Lister Park – Mon 13th Oct
This outdoor event is being led by John Gavaghan from Mid Yorkshire Fungi Group. Places are limited so booking is essential. This is more of a casual wander looking for fungi in an area that has had some quite surprising results in the past. It will be an opportunity for participants to learn together and share what knowledge they have. John Gavaghan, one of our members and a long-standing member of the Mid Yorkshire Fungi Group will be on hand to offer advice. Exact meeting location and start time given when booking a place.
See full event details.

New: butterfly in Shipley Station Butterfly Meadow

Latest: watch a film of Shipley Station Butterfly Meadow here

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