Welcome
The Lincolnshire Branch of Butterfly Conservation was formed in 1984 and has grown steadily since then to a current membership of over 500. Well over 100 people contribute regularly to the 'Sightings' page, with accounts, stories and photographs.
Did you know you can support the Lincolnshire Branch of Butterfly Conservation every time you purchase something online?
Check out this YouTube video to see how it works and then register here.
Lincolnshire BC will then receive a donation every time you buy online.
Thank you for your support!
Species to look out for
Learn more
Lincolnshire Branch history
Find out more about our Branch, what we do and why we do it.
Record your sightings
Do you go out walking regularly? We would love your help to keep track of the butterflies or moths you see in your area. We have everything you need to get started.
Latest sightings
Take a look at our first sightings, unusual sightings and indeed anything butterfly and moth related that might be of interest to others across the county.
Get involved
News
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Species on the Edge launches with the Small Blues at Logie Quarry
A new and exciting conservation project called Species on the Edge will launch at a free family fun day event hosted by Butterfly Conservation Scotland at Logie Quarry, near Tain, on Saturday 3 June.
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Butterflies find safe haven in UK gardens, new research reveals
New research published by the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) reveals how the UK's gardens are acting as a safe haven for butterflies.
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Europe's grassland butterflies in steep decline
A new report on the trends of grassland butterflies across Europe has shown numbers have declined by 36% over the last decade.
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Coul Links - again!
If you have been following the saga of Coul Links in East Sutherland you will know that the original proposal for a golf course was turned down by the Scottish Government. In July last year another application was submitted. Here's an update on our objection.
Events
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Butterfly and Bee Bimble
Sunday 25th June 2023, 10:30am-12:30pm
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Join with the experts to learn more about butterflies and bees on this 4 mile farm walk.
We will be looking at the role of pollinators and the crops that support them and how best to ensure they survive and thrive.
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Lincolnshire: Field Trip to Risby Warren - Sunday 16th July 2023
Sunday 16th July 2023, 10:00am-4:00pm
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Visit Risby Warren to see Grayling
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Lincolnshire Branch: Open Day
Sunday 23rd July 2023, 10:30am-5:00pm
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After a break of several years due to COVID-19, the Branch Committee is very pleased to be able to announce that we will be holding an Open Day once again!
The Open Day will be held on Sunday 23rd July 2023 at Saltfleetby-Theddlethorpe Dunes NNR, Rimac Nature Reserve, Saltfleetby, Louth, LN11 7TR.
Volunteer with us
Butterfly Conservation relies on the support of thousands of volunteers, and we are always looking for more help inside the office and out in the field. Whether you want to volunteer at a local branch, get outside and help manage our nature reserves, or help with one of our events, we have something for everyone to get involved in! Your time can make a real difference.
Branch information
In your area
Contact branch
- Chairperson
Ian Paterson: Email (@email - Treasurer
Peter Bradbury: 07948-328413
- Branch Secretary
Lesley Robinson: 01724-845018