Apr 12, 2026 | Flower Photography, M35 Photography News, Nature
The first Dorset early-purple orchids of 2026 Early-purple orchids (Orchis mascula) are among the earliest of Britain’s wild orchids to flower in springtime. In 2026, however, the early-purples started appearing a couple of weeks earlier than usual, as have many...
Mar 23, 2026 | Latest Photographs, Nature
Poole Park is home to a rich variety of wildlife that brings this urban green space to life. Mallards, swans. geese, moorhens, tufted ducks, and a beautiful Mandarin duck glide across the freshwater lake, while pigeons, seagulls, cormorants, herons, and the occasional...
Mar 10, 2026 | Landscapes, M35 Photography News, Nature
Wistman’s Wood National Nature Reserve & SSSI Wistman’s Wood National Nature Reserve (NNR) is one of the most atmospheric, ancient woodlands on Dartmoor. Famous for its twisted oak trees and mossy, granite boulders, this small patch of temperate...
Jan 4, 2026 | Latest Photographs, M35 Photography News, Nature
A Wintry Walk Through Wareham Forest’s Wild Landscape About Morden Bog NNR At a reported 23.69 ha (58.54 acres), Morden Bog contains open heathland and the largest valley bog in Dorset, which forms the majority of this National Nature Reserve. Located within...
Oct 24, 2025 | Latest Photographs, M35 Photography News, Nature
The most beautiful trees in and around Poole (and where to see them) Poole Park’s trees Poole is home to an impressive variety of trees, from huge old oaks, beeches and maritime pines to vibrant ornamental species that brighten its parks and streets. Whether...
May 10, 2025 | Flower Photography, Latest Photographs, M35 Photography News, Nature
Chappetts Copse Reserve, in Hampshire, comprises 12 hectares (30 acres) of ancient ash and beech woodland. Owned and managed by the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, it is home to many rare plants, insects, mammals (including dormice), and fungi. Orchids...
