Welcome to the SWT Lothians Member Centre site

Formed in 1964, the Scottish Wildlife Trust (SWT) is a membership-based registered charity with the objective to "advance the conservation of Scotland's biodiversity for the benefit of present and future generations."

Lothians Members Centre, helps support the wildlife of Edinburgh, the countryside and gardens of East, West and Mid Lothian and the many reserves therein. LMC is concerned with the local sea, estuary, rivers, reservoirs, road verges, paths and ponds. And the wild bits in between. LMC monitors planning and development, raises funds and awareness, advises local government, promotes education, holds talks, discussions and lectures. LMC supports and advises allied organisations and funds activities. Come and join in.


Events

There are six lectures between October till April, and outdoor events with visits to local reserves and other places of interest organised throughout the year.  Both indoor and outdoor events are free and open to non-members; sometimes pre-booking is required.  Donations to help with running costs such as hall bookings and refreshments are appreciated.  The sub-committee welcomes suggestions for future events.

The Programme for 2009 - 2010 is here.


Lothian Talk Autumn 2009!

The Autumn edition of our wonderful members newsletter is now out. It is packed with previews of upcoming events, reports of recent outings to Blackford Pond and Badger watches in Corstorphine and Ratho; along with the regular planning news and other updates.

New Wildlife Watch Group in Edinburgh

Also announced in Lothian Talk is news about the expansion of Edinburghs Wildlife Watch Group the wildlife club for SWT's junior members! Read more...