Your support enables us to continue to offer a voice to the red squirrels of the Isle of Wight. Thank you!
The Isle of Wight Red Squirrel Trust
We are The Isle of Wight Red Squirrel Trust, a charity comprised of a group of dedicated members committed to the protection and survival of our native red squirrels, their habitat, and the species that share it with them.
Our Goals
Protection and Survival
We are committed to the protection and survival of our native red squirrels, their habitat, and the species that share it with them.
Education and Awareness
We educate the general public and raise awareness about our native red squirrels, and how to better protect them for the benefit of their survival.
Latest News & Upcoming Events
Red Squirrels Spotted at Howes North | IOW Red Squirrel Trust
🐿️ Four Red Squirrels at Howes North – A Promising Start to the Breeding Season We’re delighted to...
New Woodland for Red Squirrel Conservation | IOWRST
🌳 Expanding Our Woodland Haven: A New Chapter Next to Howes Wood We’re thrilled to share some...
Woodland Transformation and a Touch of Woodland Art at Howes Wood
It’s been a busy time at Howes Wood, where our team of volunteers have been hard at work creating...
A Wonderful Red Squirrel Awareness Week at Howes Wood 🌳🐿️
Red Squirrel Awareness Week at Howes Wood was a great success, with over 50 visitors exploring the woodland, discovering fungi and berries, and learning about red squirrel conservation on the Isle of Wight. The Isle of Wight Red Squirrel Trust thanks everyone who joined and supported the event.
🐿️ Red Squirrel Week 2025: Celebrate 20 Years of Conservation with the Isle of Wight Red Squirrel Trust
This is the final call for this year’s Red Squirrel Week (October 5th–12th, 2025) wmarks a major...
Woodland Update Number 3 – September 2025
Our new wildlife pond at Howes Wood Isle of Wight seems to be holding water without the need for a...