Derbyshire Swift Conservation

Derbyshire Swift Conservation is a registered charity dedicated to protecting and restoring swift populations across Derbyshire. Swifts travel thousands of miles between Africa and Britain each year to nest, traditionally using small gaps and cavities in buildings. As renovations and modernisation remove these nesting places, the charity works with local partners and communities to help safeguard existing sites and create new ones.

Its work combines practical conservation, community action and public guidance. The organisation supports the preservation and installation of swift nest boxes and bricks, shares advice for building renovations, and provides information for people who encounter grounded swifts. Residents can contribute by surveying and reporting swift sightings, recording nests and activity on the Swift Spotter map, volunteering, or making a regular donation.

Derbyshire Swift Conservation also hosts talks, walks, training sessions and other events to build local knowledge and involvement. Through its news and information resources, it shares updates on conservation progress and ways to participate.