Shows
In Conservation...Episode 10: Wildlife of the Great Fen with HenryJoin host Sophie Baker as she chats to Monitoring & Research Officer at the Great Fen, Henry Stanier, about the wildlife that can be found colonising, and recolonising, our huge wetland restoration project in Cambridgeshire. There are dragons galore - of the amphibious and invertebrate variety - and a whole host of other species, many of which are regularly monitored by our dedicated team.
2025-08-0853 min
In Conservation...Episode 9: When to Mow a Meadow with BeckyCutting back our glorious meadows full of wildflowers in summer often looks brutal. Join podcast host Sophie Baker on a tour of Trumpington Meadows in Cambridge with Senior Ranger Rebecca Green and find out why we do it, how we determine when to do it - and what amazing wildlife you can find at a meadow near you this summer, before or after the hay cut.
2025-07-111h 01
In Conservation...Episode 8: The Wonders of Ancient Woodland with MattSenior Reserves Manager Matt Hamilton takes podcast host Sophie Baker on a tour of Wistow Wood, an ancient woodland of the Fen Edge in Cambridgeshire full of weird and wonderful coppice stools, the problems of ash dieback and a lot of innovation and experimentation for how best to ensure the resilience of these irreplaceable habitats.
2025-06-061h 08
In Conservation...Episode 7: Nearly-dawn Chorus with NathanJoin Corporate Partnerships Manager, and keen birder, Nathan Long for a nearly-dawn chorus in Cambridgeshire with podcast host Sophie Baker to celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day, which this year (2025) takes place on Sunday 4th May. Whether you want to be inspired to get out and listen to the birds, or would rather someone else did it for you.. (I don't blame you!)... this podcast covers a wonderful walk around a Cambridgeshire reserve, taking in the birds and chatting about what it is that makes the cacophony of birdsong in the early morning so magical to human ears.
2025-05-0258 min
In Conservation...Episode 6: Grazing's Amazing with ThomasThe new episode of In Conservation features the lawnmowers! Whether its cows, sheep or even pigs, the Trust has a whole host of animals that are deployed to take care of our grasslands and make them the best they can be for the wildlife that thrives there. Senior livestock officer Thomas Baker gives us the lowdown on what they do for wildlife, just what it takes to look after them, and a glimpse into the future plans for this area of work in our three counties. Mouflon, anyone?
2025-04-041h 05
In Conservation...Episode 5: Beavers About with Matt, Ben and PetePodcast host Sophie Baker gets a front row seat to the historic release of eight beavers to the Wildlife Trust BCN's Nene Wetlands nature reserve in Northamptonshire. Go behind-the-scenes with Conservation Manager Matt Johnson for the release itself, hear a selection of excited people who were there to see it, and catch up with Nene Wetlands Senior Ranger Pete Bray and Nene Valley Projects Officer Ben Casey to hear how the beavers have been getting on.
2025-03-071h 07
In Conservation...Episode 4: A Great Fen for People with Lorna and AlisonPodcast host Sophie Baker chats to Great Fen Project Manager Lorna Parker and Communities & Education Manager Alison Chaves about our huge landscape-scale Peatland Progress project from the point of view of the people who use and appreciate it, and learns how we’re connecting people to this amazing place.
2025-02-0749 min
In Conservation...Episode 3: Strawberry Hill Forever with ChantelleTake a tour of Strawberry Hill and learn more about the history and development of this rewilded farm in the heart of the nature-depleted Bedfordshire countryside - and our plans for this fantastic place for wildlife and for people. Conservation Officer Chantelle Warriner takes podcast host Sophie Baker around the Wildlife Trust BCN's newest nature reserve.
2025-01-1053 min
In Conservation...Episode 2: Car Parks and Pavements with IainJoin podcast host Sophie Baker and Community Conservation Officer Iain Webb on a wildlife safari around the wilds of Madingley Road Park and Ride in Cambridge. You might be surprised by what they find... and how it could inspire you to make a difference for wildlife on your own patch.
2024-12-0658 min
In Conservation...Episode 1: Moth Talk with MischaJoin podcast host Sophie Baker as she and Senior Reserves Officer Mischa Cross open a moth trap at Pitsford Water nature reserve in Northamptonshire, where moths have been monitored every day for over 25 years. Find out what this means for the reserve, and delve into the wonderful world of moth names, as well as discovering just how cute they are!
2024-11-0555 min
The Celebrant Experience PodcastWhat to expect from a Celebrant-led Funeral at the CrematoriumIn this episode we discuss the process of a Celebrant-led funeral at the Crematorium.
We discuss:
-The process
-Collaboration with Funeral Director
-Personalising the ceremony
-Participation of family and friends
-Time Limits
-Professionalism of Crematorium Staff
Talk with us! Get in touch for answers to your Celebrant questions or to book us for your celebration ♡
Lizzie Ward is based on the borders of Northants-Cambs-Rutland www.bijouxceremonies.com / @bijouxceremonies (Insta) and Euan Graham is based in the South-West near Devizes @ovoceremonies (Twitter and Insta)
Listen in and join us as we chat about the world of Celebrancy.
2022-07-2817 min
The Paddock and The Pavilion - The Horse Racing and Cricket PodcastEp 26 - George Gowler - Northants Academy bowler who began as a batsman17 year old Wisbech Cricket Club's opening bowler talks about his selection on the Northants CCC Academy via Wimblington CC, Wisbech Grammar School & Cambs CCC. George is joined by his Dad Ed, who gives his thoughts on his son's fantastic news and the support he has given him on his journey. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher Connect with us on Twitter & Facebook @ThePaddandPav Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021-01-1518 min