With the wet weather on everyone's minds this winter, volunteer podcast host Lee travels to the heart of Worcester to learn more about how floodplains can help slow the flow of water and why it's so important for communities to come together to help nature.

Chapter Meadows nature reserve lies on the opposite side of the River Severn to Worcestershire Cathedral. The meadows form a vital role in holding back water and slowing the flow in times of flood. They're also green lungs in the heart of the city and a place for people to come together to help restore habitats, take a moment from their busy lives and enjoy nature.

On his visit to Chapter Meadows for our latest podcast, Lee meets the Trust's Wildlife and Wetlands Officer, Beth, to understand more about the role of places like Chapter Meadows, talks to Connor, Wilder Worcestershire Project Officer, about the importance of community involvement and Tom Greenway, owner of Chapter Meadows, about future plans. He also meets two students from the University of Worcester who are taking time out of their busy schedules to help plant hedgerow trees.

Connor's involvement at Chapter Meadows is thanks to funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to help the Trust support communities to help wildlife where they live.