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The vital work we do for wildlife, nature and people across Sheffield and Rotherham wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of our members. For a small amount per month you will be helping to look after our nature reserves, campaign for wildlife, engage with children and local communities, and lots, lots more

© Red fox (Vulpes vulpes) – Jon Hawkins

The vital work we do for wildlife, nature and people across Sheffield and Rotherham wouldn’t be possible without our wonderful members.

For a small amount per month you will be helping to look after our nature reserves, campaign for wildlife, engage with local communities and lots, lots more.

Become a Member Today

There’s a membership for everyone! All memberships receive 3 issues of Kingfisher magazine per year!

**January Sale 2025 – Offer applies to monthly direct debits only. We will deduct your chosen membership price by half-price for your first 6 months. For example, when joining at a price of £5 per month, we will reduce this to just £2.50 for your first 6 months, after which it will return to £5. Please use the code ‘JANSALE2025’ to receive this offer. Memberships will be processed W/C 6/1/25. Offer applies to new members only.**

You can Gift a Membership too!

Your membership makes a real difference!

Over the past year we have:

  • Cared for 15 nature reserves, as well as our nature-friendly farming site, Ughill Farm, across Sheffield & Rotherham. These are havens for nature and wildlife, and safe spaces for people to enjoy.
  • Engaged over 6000 people in a wide range of nature-based actions and activities.
  • Developed plans to help protect endangered local species including Water Voles, Swifts, White-letter Hairstreak Butterflies and wading bird species.
  • And lots, LOTS more…
View more highlights of our work
How we spend our money

Your membership comes with HUGE rewards:

  • You will love where you live
    Be proud of where you live and keep it local. We have 15 nature reserves across Sheffield and Rotherham for you to explore and discover the local wildlife. We rely heavily on membership to be able to protect and enhance our nature reserves.
  • You can make a visible impact
    With loads of volunteering opportunities from wildlife conservation to wildlife data inputting, there are so many ways for you to make your mark and have a positive impact on wildlife.
  • You will learn a lot
    With articles from expert ecologists, botanists, conservationists and entomologists in our Kingfisher membership magazine, there is always something new to learn.
  • You will feel good
    You are helping to protect and maintain the beautiful yet threatened species and habitats in our area. And for this you should feel good. Thank you for your support.
  • You will pass on your love for nature to the next generation
    With a family membership you are sharing your passion for nature with your family, so they can continue to enjoy the lifelong benefits of a wild childhood and understand the importance of their natural world. They will also receive Wildlife Watch – a seasonal nature magazine for children.
  • You will get a Bird Food Discount
    Discount code from local company Rivelin Wild Bird Food, plus we’ll get a donation from every order too.
  • You will have lots of fun
    With events from Wild Play to guided walks, and wildlife gardening to film screenings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
  • You are giving wildlife a voice
    As a collective our membership is very powerful, as it means we are consulted as a representative body regarding important wildlife matters. This gives wildlife a voice at the top tables locally and nationally.
  • You have a place where you belong
    We are a community of like-minded wildlife enthusiasts. You can meet new people and share your passion for nature. Find our social media contact details here to be part of our online community too.
  • You can have a say
    As a membership-led organisation, our members are at the heart of everything we do. You can have a say in how the charity is run, vote at our AGM or become a Trustee yourself.
  • You will be appreciated
    We cannot say thank you enough for joining us. We are so happy to have you. Together we can work to create a greener, wilder area where wildlife flourishes.

“The Wildlife Trusts play a very important part in protecting our natural heritage. I would encourage anyone who cares about wildlife to join them”

SIR DAVID ATTENBOROUGH

PRESIDENT EMERITUS OF THE WILDLIFE TRUSTS

You Will Receive

  • A handy guide to Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust
  • A map and guide to our nature reserves
  • A membership card giving you free access to Wildlife Trust nature reserves across the UK (With limited exemptions)
  • Three annual editions of Kingfisher magazine
  • Discount code for Rivelin Wild Bird Food
Join us today
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Family Membership

When joining as a family your children a will automatically join Wildlife Watch – the UK’s leading environmental action club for kids. Wildlife Watch members receive a starter pack containing:

  • A child’s membership card
  • A 60 page ‘Wildlife Watcher’s Handbook’ packed full of activities, amazing photographs, information on UK wildlife and ideas for things to do
  • A large A2 size UK wildlife poster
  • A special Wildlife Watcher badge
  • Three annual editions of Kingfisher magazine
  • Four annual editions of Wildlife Watch magazine
  • Discount code for Rivelin Wild Bird Food
Join as a Family

Enjoy peace of mind when you sign up

You can pay via Direct Debit and we’re registered with the Fundraising Regulator.

Our registered address is:
37 Stafford Road, Sheffield, S2 2SF

Registration Details:
Registered in England Number 2287928. Registered Charity Number 700638.