Welcome to the Gedling Conservation Trust
The Gedling Conservation Trust (GCT) was set up in 2005 to take over the ownership of the Netherfield Lagoons, Nottinghamshire from UK Coal, after they became redundant with the closure of Gedling Pit. The GCT then applied to English Nature to have the site designated as a Local Nature Reserve, so that its importance as a wildlife conservation site would be acknowledged and by-laws could be set up to protect it.
Now the Trust manages the Netherfield Lagoons Local Nature Reserve (on the outskirts of Nottingham) and has a part time manager who works to maintain the biological diversity and interest of the site. GCT receives no government or Local Authority funding and is seeking funds to ensure the future of the site.
The Trust is prepared to take on other sites within the borough which have a wildlife interest that would benefit from their intervention.
COVID-19
Please always remember to respect Social Distancing and follow the current Government Guidelines, which can be found at the following link: https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus
Thank you!
Thank you to everyone who came to our 3rd quiz night. As always, it was a fun and enjoyable event. Thanks to quiz master Neil Kendrick for the quiz, drawing the raffle and running the auction. Thank you to local award-winning artist Naomi Tipping for donating a beautiful painting of a scene at the Netherfield Lagoons, Hotel Chocolat for donating a beautiful gift box and trustee Lord Coaker for a bottle of House of Lords Champagne. Thanks also to the Netherfield Forum for making us so welcome at the Loco Centre.
We raised an incredible £818 on the night which was kindly rounded up to £1000 by a truly generous supporter.
Looking forward to the next quiz already!
Please check out the Please Support our Work page for other ways you can help.
News and Recent Sightings(and Monthly Bird Counts)
Monthly bird counts are held on the second Sunday of every month, meeting at the end of Teal Close (opposite the CEM building). We monitor the site’s birds and it is a great way for beginners to get involved with bird identification, led by experienced (and friendly!) birders.
Monthly bird count results
Recent Sightings
Species Found at the
Netherfield Lagoons
See which species have so far been found at the lagoons. If you want to identify a species click on ‘Identify a Species’ and see if you can find it there.
Calendar of Events
Come and join us on a bird count. This is a good way for beginners to gain experience and to find out more about the site. Meet at the end of Teal Close, opposite the CEM factory gates, at 07.45 hrs.
Come and join us on a bird count. This is a good way for beginners to gain experience and to find out more about the site. Meet at the end of Teal Close, opposite the CEM factory gates, at 07.45 hrs.
There are five species of Orchid to be seen at the lagoons. Come along and see if we can find them all. Meet at the footbridge onto the reserve.
The Birding Year at the Netherfield Lagoons
The lagoons are a great place to start off the New Year, a refreshing walk to re-invigorate you after the holiday festivities will often be rewarded by some excellent birds.
Guided Walks
Use our map to take a guided walk around the Netherfield Lagoons Local Nature Reserve, Nottinghamshire, including points of interest and details of some of the wildlife on offer at the reserve.