The National Trust at Stackpole has gratefully received a biodiversity grant from Environment Wales. The grant, used to purchase tools and equipment, will enable a dedicated team of staff and volunteers to improve the natural habitats throughout the estate, to the benefit of the indigenous wildlife.

This work is supported by Environment Wales, with funding from the Welsh Government, and by the Countryside Council for Wales as part of its programme of research into sustaining natural beauty, wildlife and outdoor enjoyment in rural Wales and its inshore waters.

Paul Culyer, CCW senior reserve manager, said: "We are pleased to be working in partnership with the Trust on this project, involving volunteers, some from the local community, in conserving the habitats for wildlife on the Stackpole nature reserve. This grant will also enable the volunteers to gain new skills and training in a valuable conservation project."

The wide range of ecosystems on the estate is home to an abundance of species, many of whom are rare and protected. Work undertaken by the Trust Stackpole team and CCW as a result of this successful grant application will prove invaluable to the sustainability of these habitats, in terms of physical improvement, data gathering and monitoring.

Chris Oliver, head ranger, added: "This is great news, not only for the team at Stackpole, but for the estate as a whole. This grant will improve our resource bank and help the staff and volunteers continue with this vital conservation work and, if anyone is interested in this type of conservation work, we would welcome any new volunteers."

The National Trust at Stackpole is open to the general public seven days a week. Special events, outdoor adventure pursuits and group activities are available. Further details are on the website, along with information about the work at Stackpole and how to get involved.