Supporting Wildlife and Life on the Park

At Worton Park, we pride ourselves on our conservation efforts and commitment to the environment. The park is home to a huge array of habitats and wildlife including wetlands, wildflower meadows and woodlands. Every bird, insect, plant, and mammal plays a role in maintaining the balance of our ecosystem. Birds help control insect populations, bees and other pollinators ensure plants can reproduce, and native plants provide shelter and food for countless species. Even the smallest creatures are vital threads in the complex web of life. Protecting this land is a top priority, which is why we let every nettle, wildflower, hawthorn, and blade of grass thrive, each playing a vital role in sustaining a healthy ecosystem.

Some areas of Worton Park have even been classified as SSSIs (Sites of Special Scientific Interest), highlighting their ecological importance. Whether SSSI or not, all our land is carefully managed. We help create and replenish habitats by installing bat and bird boxes, sowing wildflower seeds, and recording wildlife sightings to support local conservation efforts. Recently, Wild Oxfordshire observed a pair of critically endangered Curlews on our land that successfully hatched a chick. Public access to the park is strictly prohibited to allow nature to thrive in its own way.

On our second farm at Thrupp, we’ve planted over 80,000 trees, creating essential wildlife habitats and a carbon sink. This beautiful space, called the Thrupp Community Woodland, is enjoyed by both local wildlife and the community.

Now, enough about us! We want to share some of the amazing wildlife photographed here on the park!