I'm delighted to receive the news of The King’s award to MWT. I am very impressed with the breadth and scale of the work undertaken by MWT. The dedication of their volunteers on the Island is critical in maintaining the Island’s environment on land and sea, and in preserving our special and unique status as a whole-nation UNESCO biosphere. This award is exceptionally well deserved.

The Lieutenant Governor, Sir John Lorimer

This recognition is a testament to Manx Wildlife Trust’s outstanding contribution to the protection of the Isle of Man’s unique natural environment.

Their dedication to conservation is vital in preserving the Island’s rich biodiversity, both on land and at sea. As a UNESCO Biosphere, our Island is globally recognised for its commitment to sustainability, and the work of the Manx Wildlife Trust plays a crucial role in ensuring we maintain this status for future generations.

Clare Barber MHK, Minister for Environment, Food and Agriculture

MWT was formed over 51 years ago by a group of passionate volunteers (some of whom still volunteer with us today), and for almost half our existence MWT was run entirely by volunteers.

There is now a small paid staff team, but the c.500 volunteers who contribute regularly in a huge range of different ways, remain the backbone of how our charity delivers our nature conservation and restoration work.

Our volunteers are all wonderful people, who give their valuable time to help nature in the Isle of Man, and it is absolutely wonderful that every single one of them over our 51+ years is being honoured in this way by our King, the Lord of Mann.

Leigh Morris, CEO

Manx Wildlife Trust