Let's Create
Wild Spaces

Help us make a space for nature

Butterfly Conservation is asking for everyone's help in creating more Wild Spaces where butterflies and moths can thrive. Working together we will make a difference!

You don't need a garden to make more room for nature. Whether you live in a flat with a balcony or a house with a patio, you can help make a difference.

5110
Wild Spaces
already making
a difference

Put your Wild Space on the map

Our interactive map shows the number and types of Wild Space near you. When you sign up in the UK, your Wild Space will also appear on the map so you can show everyone that you're taking action and encourage others to get involved too.

Click on a pin to zoom in or use the search to find your location.

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Our aim is to make every
Wild Space count

Our butterflies and moths are in crisis. Our aim is to help by creating more Wild Spaces across the UK. A Wild Space is simply an area improved to help butterflies and moths thrive.

We've got lots of ideas on what you can do to make more room for butterflies and moths, no matter where you live and the space you have available. Every Wild Space should be free of pesticides, and if you are using compost it should be peat free. Finally, we want to encourage each Wild Space to be permanent - something that you and your local wildlife can enjoy for years to come!

Find out more about Wild Spaces and butterfly and moth conservation

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Case Study

North Northamptonshire Butterfly Banks

Community Space
Case Study

Wild Spaces Success for Biodiversity Action Group and Butterfly Conservation volunteers

Community Space

Wild Space Project Updates

Our Wild Spaces Project Officers kicked of the Glasgow and Leeds Wild Spaces projects this year, you can find out about ...
15th April 26

Why the long grass? Meadow creation in cities.

As part of our Leeds Wild Spaces project, we’re working in partnership with Leeds City Council to create meadows ...
10th April 26

Guest blog- Collaborating for Pollinator Protection in Northern Ireland

Across the Island of Ireland, two important efforts stand at the forefront of pollinator protection: Butterfly ...
5th January 26

What happens to butterflies in winter?

As we huddle up inside with hot chocolates and good books many might wonder about the fortunes of some of our favourite ...
21st November 25