Wildlife in our Parks
In this section, you can find out more about biodiversity in the parks and how we protect and create natural habitats for wildlife.
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We host around 500 events and activities across Milton Keynes' green space every year, check out our calendar to find out what's on in the parks.
Explore this section to discover the different activities you can enjoy across the parks including walking, running and cycling.
Find out how our charity cares for the city's parks and green space to ensure they will be loved by the people of Milton Keynes forever.
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In this section, you can find out more about biodiversity in the parks and how we protect and create natural habitats for wildlife.
Learn more about great crested newts and how you can help make a difference in Milton Keynes.
read moreFind out about hedgehogs, plus discover plenty of tips to encourage them to visit your garden in Milton Keynes.
read moreIn 2017 we introduced a herd of wild Konik ponies to the Floodplain Forest Nature Reserve, the new residents at the reserve, graze this area and provide a vital role in its management.
read moreMilton Keynes' wetlands are home to a wealth of wildfowl including ducks, geese, swans and wading birds.
read moreThe perfect time to see beautiful English bluebells blossom across Milton Keynes is from mid-April to late May during Spring season. Learn more...
read moreA pond is a relatively small body of fresh still water, either natural or man-made. Water sources are a vital part of habitats for all wildlife from birds to mammals, livestock and a life source itself for many of our invertebrates and amphibians.
read moreWildflower meadows are areas of grasslands where a variety of natural, native and uncultivated plants are grown.
read moreA wealth of wildlife can be found and experienced in our parks and green spaces across Milton Keynes. The land in our care includes ancient woodlands and recent plantations; old hedgerows and ‘veteran’ trees; grazing pastures and hay meadows; areas of scrubland; ponds, lakes, rivers and streams.
read moreThis new Action Plan provides an overview of biodiversity across the county of Buckinghamshire and outlines the action necessary to conserve and restore wildlife in the face of the many threats our natural environment faces.
read moreFind out more about mini habitats in the parks.
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