Essex Wildlife Trust
Non-profit OrganizationsEngland, United Kingdom51-200 Employees
Essex Wildlife Trust is a conservation charity operating in Essex, England, dedicated to protecting wildlife and cultivating a lifelong appreciation of nature. It manages a network of nature reserves and discovery parks across the county, delivering outdoor learning experiences and safeguarding places of natural interest. Founded in 1959 by volunteers, the organization covers more than 8,400 acres across 87 sites and is sustained by a large membership base. The Trust is based in Great and Little Wigborough and functions within the nonprofit sector to support environmental education and habitat protection. In 2026, the Trust launched a suite of Biodiversity Net Gain services to support ecological improvements. It has pursued collaborations with local authorities and partners—such as city councils and the Environment Agency—to advance conservation projects in Essex.