Restore nature now

On Saturday 22 June, one of the largest-ever gatherings of nature and climate supporters was held in London - Restore Nature Now.

The Wildlife Trusts was 1 of 11 delivery organisations, and Norfolk Wildlife Trust was 1 of over 150 supporting organisations. The event drew together thousands of people from all across the UK to call on all political parties to take urgent action to restore nature and tackle climate change. The march signalled that the General Election must be a turning point for nature - before it is too late.

We invited all our members, supporters, staff, volunteers, Trustees, partners and friends to this major event - and loved having all of you that were able to make it, a whole coach load of you!

A group of Norfolk people and NWT staff posing with their placards in Hyde Park before the march begins

Norfolk people and NWT staff at the Restore Nature Now march (credit: Josie Collins)

Crowds gathered in parliament square at the restore nature now march in London.

Parliament square, Restore Nature Now march (credit: Josie Collins)

Member of NWT staff holding a placard at the Restore Nature Now March that says, Norfolk Wildlife Trust

Member of NWT staff holding a placard at the Restore Nature Now March (credit: Norfolk Wildlife Trust)

A placard at the Restore Nature Now march in London that says, 'clean up your crap this isn't uranus'.

Placards at the Restore Nature Now march (credit: Josie Collins)

Placard at the Restore Nature Now march that says, 'can we please stop killing everything!'

Placard at the Restore Nature Now march, London 2024 (credit: Josie Collins)

Placard at the Restore Nature Now march that says, 'Earth's alarm clock is ticking, stop pressing snooze'.

Placard at the Restore Nature Now march, London 2024 (credit: Josie Collins)

A placard at a march in London that says 'Act for nature'

Restore Nature Now march 2024 (credit: Josie Collins)

Biggles the bat at the Restore Nature Now march, alongside NWT staff members

Biggles the bat at the Restore Nature Now march (credit: Josie Collins)

FAQ's

Was the Norfolk Wildlife Trust involved in the organisation of Restore Nature Now?

Norfolk Wildlife Trust was not involved in the organisation of Restore Nature Now. However, Restore Nature Now was an inclusive demonstration and all were welcome to attend. 

The full list of official supporters can be found here www.restorenaturenow.com 

Why did Norfolk Wildlife Trust support the Restore Nature Now event?

It’s no secret that wildlife across the UK is in trouble. With a General Election on the horizon all political parties must recognise their role in bringing nature back into everyone’s lives. We were supporting our staff, volunteers, members and supporters to attend Restore Nature Now to join our friends and partners to speak up for nature on the streets outside Parliament..

Are you for or against a specific political party? 

The demonstration is not for or against any specific political party. Restore Nature Now is calling for action to protect nature and climate from ALL parties and candidates at the next election. 

Was it legal?  

Restore Nature now was a peaceful and legal protest and illegal activity was not tolerated. The event organisers were working with the Met Police and authorities. 

For more information go to www.restorenaturenow.com 

Who was behind it? 

Restore Nature Now was organised by a group of wildlife, nature and environmental organisations. A full list of co-ordinating organisations and wider supporters can be found at www.restorenaturenow.com 