Can hedgerows save the world? ✨🌿 Join CPRE Hampshire and Megan Gimber from the People’s Trust for Endangered Species for a fascinating talk all about the power of hedgerows. 📅 Online on Tuesday 16th December at 7pm 👉 Book your free space today: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/can-hedger...

To mark CPRE’s centenary in 2026, we’ve launched a new special blog series exploring the many ways we work to protect and celebrate our countryside.💚 Our first post, written by our President, Madeleine Bunting, is now live: '🅰️ is for Awards' 🔗 www.cpreglos.org.uk/news/a-is-for-awards

Walking is the best way to encounter wildlife and truly experience Gloucestershire’s countryside.❄️ Why not wrap up warm and enjoy a rural winter walk this week? Not only will you enjoy the fresh air, but you’ll also be supporting the countryside we work so hard to protect.💚

📣 CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS We’re looking for extra hands to support our hedge planting this week at Moor End Farm, Woodmancote! 🌿🌱 👉 Register here: tinyurl.com/hedge-woodma...

❄️ Winter gives a clear view of Gloucestershire’s countryside… …its hedgerows, footpaths, open fields and so much more! 🌾🌿 It’s also a reminder of why our work matters - support our work by becoming a member today: www.cpreglos.org.uk 💚

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! 📣Join our Hedgerow Heroes Project in Northleach! 🌱 👉 Sign up for your free place: tinyurl.com/hedge-northl... or email our Project Manager, Eve: [email protected] 📩

🌄 Beautiful landscapes don’t just happen — at CPRE Gloucestershire, we’re working to ensure our countryside remains protected and loved for generations to come. 🌱 🌟 Support our work — become a member today by clicking the link in our bio or visit www.cpreglos.org.uk🔗

🌟 CPRE GLOUCESTERSHIRE AWARDS 2025 🌟 ⭐ Brimscombe Mill ⭐ Isbourne Arts, Winchcombe ⭐ Painswick Beacon Conservation Group ⭐ Sapperton Wilder ⭐ The Sensory Garden, Stratford Park ⭐ The Sunground, Avening ⭐ Woodmancote Community Space & Playpark Find out more: www.cpreglos.org.uk/awards 🔗

Why not go for a walk?🚶 Our Chair, Patricia Broadfoot, invites us to look a little closer at the countryside we wander through. 💚🌳 🔗 Read it here: www.cpreglos.org.uk/news/why-not-go-for-a-walk-in-our-countryside🔗

📣 VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITY!📣 Hedge laying courses for November and December are now live! The perfect chance to learn new skills & help make an impact in protecting our countryside! 📍 West End Farm GL2 7JL 🎟️ Book your FREE space now via our online box office buytickets.at/cpregloucest...

📣 Less than one week to go! Celebrate the inspiring people and projects working to protect and enhance Gloucestershire’s countryside. 🎟️ Book your tickets now and support your local countryside charity: www.tickettailor.com/events/cpreg...

At CPRE Gloucestershire, we work to ensure that our countryside is protected, celebrated and accessible for everyone – now and for generations to come 🌱 If you love Gloucestershire's countryside and want to help protect it, please consider joining or supporting us today: www.cpreglos.org.uk🔗

September is perfect for enjoying the countryside’s bounty – blackberries, sloes, hawthorn berries & rosehips! 🌸🫐 Forage responsibly! Take only what you need and leave plenty for wildlife. 🌱

Today is #WorldHabitatDay – a reminder that protecting wildlife habitats is essential if we want a healthy and resilient countryside.🌍

Today is @CPRE’s #CountrysideDay! ✨A day to celebrate the amazing work @CPRE does to protect and enhance our countryside. Discover more about CPRE Gloucestershire and support our work by becoming a member today.💚

Hello September! 🍂 As summer gently gives way to autumn, our Gloucestershire countryside starts to take on a whole new character. It’s the perfect month to slow down and enjoy the simple pleasure of a walk in your local area, noticing how the landscape changes day by day. 🌱

As August comes to an end and the first signs of autumn start to appear, it’s the perfect time to enjoy a walk in your local area.🚶 You don’t need to travel far – even a stroll along a nearby footpath can help you reconnect with nature and appreciate the beauty of our Gloucestershire countryside.🍂

Allotments play a vital role in connecting people with nature and strengthening local food resilience here in Gloucestershire.🌱 These small green spaces often become much-loved pockets of nature in our towns and villages, helping to protect and enrich the land beneath our feet.💚

International Dog Day also happens to fall on this bank holiday weekend – the perfect opportunity to explore our wonderful Gloucestershire countryside with your four-legged companion. Where’s your favourite countryside walk to enjoy with your dog? 🐾 🐶 📷 Marion Janner (2024 photo competition entry)

As the fields across Gloucestershire turn golden , harvest season reminds us how closely our countryside is connected to the food we eat.🌾 A huge thank you to everyone working hard across the county during this busy season – your work helps ensure a thriving countryside for us all. 💚

We are delighted to invite you to the CPRE Gloucestershire Awards Ceremony 2025, taking place at Elmore Court on Monday 20th October ✨ 🎫 Limited tickets available — book now: tinyurl.com/awards-cerem... kindly sponsored by Loxley Solicitors.

At CPRE Gloucestershire, we believe that connecting with nature is essential not only for our wellbeing but for inspiring long-term care for the countryside. 💚 This month, we’re encouraging everyone to take a moment to step outside and appreciate our natural surroundings.🌱

💚 Love the countryside? So do we. Together, we can make sure our countryside is protected, celebrated, and enjoyed for generations to come. 👉 Become a member today and be part of something that matters: 🔗 www.cpreglos.org.uk 📩 [email protected]

📣 We’re hiring! 🌱 Hedgerow Project Manager 👉 Read the full job description and apply:🔗https://www.cpreglos.org.uk/news/were-hiring-hedgerow-project-manager/

🌍 Today is International Youth Day! At CPRE Gloucestershire, we believe in protecting our countryside now, and for the future generations who will live, explore, and grow up in it. 💚 The decisions we make today will shape the countryside young people inherit tomorrow. 💪

🌿Hedgerows in high summer are alive with colour, buzzing with wildlife, and bursting with berries and blooms. 🐝🦋🐦 At CPRE Gloucestershire, we’re passionate about protecting these vital habitats that help keep our countryside healthy and vibrant all year round. 💚

There’s nothing quite like a summer walk through the Gloucestershire countryside...when the air is warm, wildflowers are in full bloom, and the sky stretches wide above you. 🚶 Where’s your favourite place to walk in Gloucestershire during the summertime?💚

📢 We're looking for planning volunteers! Join CPRE Gloucestershire as a planning volunteer and help us influence decisions that shape the future of our countryside. 🌿 👉 Find out more & apply by visiting: www.cpreglos.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/

Summer skies are one of the simplest, most powerful joys of the countryside. 🌈 At CPRE Gloucestershire, our mission is to protect our countryside beneath these skies...the rolling fields, ancient hedgerows, quiet lanes, and wild places that make Gloucestershire truly special. ☁️ 📷 Marion Janner

📣 Just one week to go until our AGM! Whether you’re a long-time supporter or curious to learn more about our work, this is a fantastic chance to get involved! 💚 📍 Online 🗓️ Monday 11th August at 2.30pm 🎟️ Free to attend – register your place: www.cpreglos.org.uk/events

🌾 Today is Lammas Day, a traditional celebration of the first wheat harvest. As fields turn golden and hedgerows thrive, we’re reminded to pause and honour the land that sustains us. 💚 Wishing you a joyful Lammas from all of us at CPRE Gloucestershire. 📷 Carl Morgan

As July draws to a close, the Gloucestershire countryside is bursting with life... Whether you’re exploring footpaths, enjoying a peaceful picnic, or simply taking in the sights and sounds, there’s no better way to connect with nature.💚 Share your favourite summer countryside moments with us 📸

📣 Our Annual Review is now live!🌿We’re proud to share everything CPRE Gloucestershire has achieved over the past year 📖 Read now via the link in our bio or visit: www.cpreglos.org.uk/resources/annual-review-2024/ and join us online for our AGM: www.cpreglos.org.uk/events🔗

Did you know CPRE works across many important areas...from climate change 🌍 and public transport 🚍 to affordable housing 🏠 and more? Becoming a member is the best way to connect with your countryside 🌿 and help promote its progress and protection. Join us 💚 www.cpreglos.org.uk

🦋 The Big Butterfly Count is happening now and runs until Sunday, 4th August! Join thousands of people helping to assess the health of our countryside by counting the butterflies! Grab a guide, look closely, and share your findings to support vital conservation efforts. 🌼🌿

Meadows were once a common and vibrant part of the English countryside. Sadly, we’ve lost over 90% of these precious habitats since the 1930s.🌾🌸🌼 We’re taking important steps to preserve the health of our environment for generations to come. What’s your favourite meadow in Gloucestershire? 💚

📢 Join us for our AGM! Hear from our Trustees as we reflect on the past year, share exciting plans for 2025, and hold our annual Trustee elections. We’re also delighted to welcome Roger Morlock, CEO of @CPRE, who will be giving a talk. 🔗 Book your free place: www.cpreglos.org.uk/events

#LoveParksWeek is back! 💚🌳 It’s time to celebrate and shout about the green spaces that make Gloucestershire special. Tell us — what’s your favourite park in Gloucestershire, and why do you love it so much? Share your stories and photos with us! 📸🌿

As we reach the peak of summer, the countryside is alive with vibrant colors, wildlife, and the soothing sounds of nature all around🌿. A walk in July is the perfect way to escape the hustle and reconnect with the beauty of our landscapes.🚶 Share your favourite summer countryside moments with us! 💚

Thank you for joining us at our fundraising event at Burnt Norton! 🌿 Thanks to your generosity, we’re delighted to have raised significant funds to support our work protecting the countryside. A special thank you to Lord and Lady Harrowby for so generously hosting us.✨

🌞 School’s out – time to get outside! Looking for ways to keep the whole family happy this summer? There’s plenty to enjoy in Gloucestershire's countryside 🌿 From geocaching to kite flying, simple outdoor activities can spark curiosity and a lasting connection to nature. 🧭🪁

📢 We're looking for planning volunteers! Join CPRE Gloucestershire as a planning volunteer and help us influence decisions that shape the future of our countryside.🌿 👉 Find out more & apply: www.cpreglos.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/

Our event at the stunning Burnt Norton Estate is nearly here ✨ Saturday 12th July We’re also thrilled to reveal our fabulous raffle prizes for the day 🎉 Last remaining tickets: 🎟️ www.tinyurl.com/burnt-norton-event

July is bursting with wildflowers across Gloucestershire! Have you spotted any meadowsweet, knapweed or field scabious lately? 🌸🌿

Our behind-the-scenes tour of FCC Environment’s Energy from Waste Facility on Thursday 22 July has now SOLD OUT! ⚡♻️ Thank you to everyone who booked a spot so quickly! If you missed out, you can join our waiting list in case any places become available: 🔗 www.tickettailor.com/events/cpreg...

🌞 Happy summer solstice! 🌿 Today marks the longest day of the year – a moment to celebrate the beauty, stillness, and life of our countryside at its summer peak. Let’s cherish the light, the land, and the landscapes that make Gloucestershire so special.💚

Join CPRE Gloucestershire’s South Cotswolds & Tetbury District Committee for a behind-the-scenes tour of FCC Environmental's Energy from Waste Facility.♻️ Book tickets now: www.tickettailor.com/events/cpreg...

🌞 With the hot weather this week, our countryside and the wildlife that depends on it is feeling the toll...here are a few simple things you can do to help: 💧 Leave out shallow dishes of water for birds, bees & hedgehogs. 🌱 Hold off mowing the lawn 🌼 Let wildflowers grow

One month to go 📣 Join us for an special evening at Burnt Norton - the historic Cotswold estate that inspired T.S. Eliot’s Four Quartets. ✨ 🌿 Garden viewing | 🍷 Nibbles & drinks | 📖 Literary insights | 🎟️ Fundraising & a raffle Book tickets: tinyurl.com/burnt-norton... 🔗

We often overlook the humble hedgerow threading through our beautiful countryside.🌿 This month, keep your eyes peeled for these unassuming true heroes - buzzing with biodiversity, storing carbon, and providing shelter for wildlife 🦔🦋. Find out why we champion hedgerows: www.cpreglos.org.uk 🔗