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Common seals, on a sand and shingle spit at Blakeney Point, Norfolk, amongst a breeding colony of sandwich terns
Common seals and sandwich terns on a sand and shingle spit at Blakeney Point, Norfolk in winter | © National Trust Images/Ian Ward

Our new nature series, The Wild Life, is full of inspirational stories about protecting wildlife and harnessing the power of nature in a changing climate. Join our presenters as they explore five places in our care to find out how the climate crisis is affecting oceans, rivers, woodlands and grasslands.

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The Wild Life, Episode Five, Blakeney, Norfolk

In the final episode of The Wild Life, presenter Gemma Hunt explores the four-mile-long shingle spit at Blakeney Point, home to England's largest grey seal colony. During her visit, she discovers how our rangers monitor seal pups and protect other wildlife that depends on this stretch of coastline.

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The Wild Life, Episode Four, Holnicote Estate, Somerset

Tune in to episode four to meet the family of beavers at the Holnicote Estate in Somerset. Join presenter and engineer Rob Bell to learn more about how the beavers have been shaping the wetland habitat and the important conservation work we're doing to restore rivers and streams.

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The Wild Life, Episode Three, Wicken Fen, Cambridgeshire

In this episode of The Wild Life, Paralympic medallist and TV presenter, Ade Adepitan explores Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve – one of Europe’s most important wetlands.

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The Wild Life, Episode Two, Eryri (Snowdonia)

In this episode presenter Jules Hudson visits Hafod Garregog – a Celtic rainforest and reclaimed seabed in the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia) – to find out how newly-planted trees will protect the landscape for years to come. Watch the film to see how the native saplings will store carbon, slow the flow of water and support wildlife. Welsh and English subtitles are available using the subtitle icon.

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The Wild Life, Episode One, The Farne Islands and Long Nanny

The first episode of The Wild Life will transport you to the Farne Islands, off the coast of Northumberland, to explore one of England's most important bird colonies. Watch the film to find out how puffins and other seabirds are coping with a changing climate and meet the rangers who protect wildlife on these precious isles.

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Nature needs you more than ever

From peaceful woodlands to dramatic coastlines and rolling hills, nature has always been there for us when we've needed it. However, climate change is accelerating the decline of these places of calm. You can help give nature hope for tomorrow by donating today.

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How you can help tackle climate change 

The small actions we take can help make big changes. There are lots of ways to make a difference, find out how you can play your part with ideas from planting trees to going peat-free.

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Discover our kids' podcast episode 

Learn more about UK wildlife in our special episode of the National Trust Kids' Podcast. Visit our podcast page to discover the world of waterways and meet the animals that live there.

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Visit the Save Our Wild Isles website 

We're urging everyone to help us protect nature in our joint campaign with RSPB and WWF. Find out how you can play your part by visiting the Save Our Wild Isles website.