Wildlife

Once of Brighton's little secrets is the abundance of plants, animals and special places for wildlife available. Travel a few moments out of the city and you could spot a tawny owl, a Red Star Thistle, a Round-headed Rampion or even a Frog Orchid. A rare white Tree Hedgehog was even spotted in Stanmer Woods last year! Click the links below to find out more.

Stanmer Park
A historic 18th century landscaped park, offering semi ancient woodland with ancient beech, bluebells, coppice and arboretum. There is also chalk grassland and extensive open access land. Click here to find out more.

Withdean Woods
Withdean Woods is a hillside nature reserve on the outskirts of Brighton. It is home to several woodland birds including the great spotted woodpecker, tawny owl and goldcrest.

Citywildlife
Click here to visit the Brighton & Hove Citywildlife website - a useful resource  detailing the huge variety of plants, animals and special places for wildlife in and around Brighton. Also includes details of sites of geological interest.


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