Delivering renewable energy should bring communities together. But developments like this risk industrialising the countryside, while rooftops on homes and businesses sit waiting to be used. CPRE Devon are saying no to 'Beacon Solar'. Please sign and share. https://devoncpre.org.uk/

🌸To mark 100 years of championing the countryside, we’ll be unveiling a show garden next year at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Designed by award-winning garden designer Sarah Eberle & supported by Project Giving Back, the garden celebrates our legacy, & looks to the future of nature and landscapes.

The definition of ‘grey belt’ is vague. This risks opening up Green Belt land to unnecessary development. We're supporting CPRE Hertfordshire's petition in calling for change. Sign the petition. 🔗 https://www.cpre.org.uk/news/help-protect-our-green-belt-petition-to-change-the-grey-belt-definition/

A solar farm the size of Heathrow has been approved in Lincolnshire, on some of the UK’s best farmland. This is industrialisation of our countryside while rooftops, warehouses & car parks sit unused. Rooftop solar alone could deliver over 60% of the UK’s solar target - without covering our fields.

We've returned from the Conservative party conference. They announced they no longer support the Climate Change Act and would drop net zero targets. Climate change is the biggest threat to the countryside, and we call on all parties to set out how they're going to tackle this threat. [1/2]

We can’t afford to weaken National Park protections ⚠️ But there are rumours that some in Westminster want to remove the Protected Landscapes duty - the only real power to secure action for nature We can't let 30 years of campaigning go down the drain https://bit.ly/48OseaX

We have just returned from the Green Party conference, our last of the season. 🌳 We spent the weekend talking about nature friendly planning, the importance of brownfield first and looking after our countryside.

We attended the Labour Party Conference, where we made sure rural communities, countryside protection, & smart solutions for renewable energy were part of the conversation. We spoke up for our landscapes, raised issues around rural housing, & met MPs to spotlight the challenges facing rural areas.

The UK is the fifth-worst in Europe for green space loss, with 1,680 football pitches of protected land lost in five years. Brownfield sites with planning permission sit unused. We must rethink our towns & cities as compact, sustainable places that celebrate the countryside on their doorstep.

This evening at Labour Party Conference, we will launch 'Rural Futures' with @thefabians.bsky.social, a pamphlet exploring the opportunities & challenges facing the countryside. With over 110 Labour MPs representing rural constituencies, it’s time to put rural regeneration at the heart of policy.

Well-designed new towns have a role to play, and we welcome the focus on urban regeneration and affordable homes. They should be led by a brownfield-first approach, with genuinely affordable homes and rich in nature. https://www.cpre.org.uk/news/we-respond-to-governments-new-towns-announcement/

🏛️We headed to our second party conference of the season - this time with the Liberal Democrats in Bournemouth! We wanted to spotlight nature in key debates on climate, housing, and renewables, urging them to protect landscapes and put the countryside at the heart of planning.

Incredible news! We're working with 13 CPRE local groups and volunteers across England to plant more than 27 miles of hedgerows nationwide this winter 💚, which will help us on our way to hit our target of planting 100 miles of new and restored hedgerows by our centenary next year.

Saturn reaches opposition on Sunday. Amazingly, the planet will be visible to the naked eye, a reason why dark skies are so important! And, if you can grab a telescope (150mm+ ideally), look south and witness its beauty in full glory. 🔭 https://www.skyatnightmagazine.com/advice/saturn-opposition

Since 2012, 5 Acre Community Farm has been growing fresh, seasonal veggies for around 90 local families while caring for wildlife, boosting biodiversity, and building soil health.🌱 Read more! https://www.cpre.org.uk/5-acre-community-farm-ryton-near-coventry/

Great to see rooftop solar taking off in Brighton and Hove! If we get solar panels on the roofs of car parks, warehouses and other public buildings, we can unlock clean power while protecting the countryside for nature recovery, food and people. 💚 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4gjme6z1mro

🌿 Last week, one of our team joined CPRE Sussex at their Countryside Day event, capturing some brilliant moments from the day. A few more Countryside Days are scheduled over the next few weeks. https://www.cpre.org.uk/news/cpre-is-celebrating-second-annual-countryside-day-2025/

🌱 Big news for our bogs! DEFRA has announced an extension to the ban on deep peat burning, a vital step forward for climate and nature that we fully support. 🙌 https://bit.ly/4mWw5Hb

This week we were in Parliament with Campaign for Better Transport and Podaris to discuss amendments to the Buses Bill. CPRE will keep advocating to make sure rural communities get the fair, reliable bus services they deserve.

🚀 Britain Talks Climate & Nature has landed! Tell a new climate story, based on what 7,000+ people across England, Scotland and Wales really think and feel about climate and nature right now. 👉 Discover the research & toolkit: climateoutreach.org/btc/2025/ 🙏 Thanks to @moreincommonuk.bsky.social

🚨 @thetimes.com reports a 50% rise in Britons who think climate risks are exaggerated. Climate change is the greatest threat to our countryside, & rooftop solar is part of the solution - with the ability to generate 60% of our solar energy needs, without using any extra land. https://bit.ly/46jIdLz

It's Countryside Day! 🍃 For us, every day is Countryside Day. But today is the perfect excuse to step outside and admire the beauty of our landscapes. Find out what's on offer! https://www.cpre.org.uk/news/cpre-is-celebrating-second-annual-countryside-day-2025/

This autumn, we'll be engaging with all the major parties to ensure rural voices are heard in national debates. Read more on what to expect from us at the conferences. 👉https://www.cpre.org.uk/news/cpre-at-the-party-conferences-how-were-giving-the-countryside-a-voice/

Brownfield sites are often forgotten spaces, but they hold huge potential. Adopting a brownfield-first approach can deliver the homes people need, while minimising the harm to the environment.🏡 https://www.cpre.org.uk/explainer/five-reasons-why-we-love-brownfield-land/

🚨 We're running out of time to make smarter choices about how land is used, & delays to the government’s promised Land Use Framework could make the problem worse. Our report calls for urgent action: the government must release the Land Use Framework, update outdated data & make smarter choices.

🚆☀️ We’re big fans of rooftop solar, but why stop there? If train tracks can power clean energy in Switzerland, maybe it’s time we explored the idea too. https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/climate-solutions/switzerland-turns-train-tracks-into-solar-power-plants/89227914

CPRE Leicestershire is hiring! They are looking for a dynamic Branch Development Manager to lead their growth & marketing strategy. If you're passionate about protecting the countryside and building meaningful partnerships, this is your chance to make a real impact.

Phase Five of our Hedgerow Heroes project is underway! Together with 13 local CPRE groups, we’re aiming to plant and restore a total of 100 miles of hedgerows for our centenary year.💯💚 Read more: https://www.cpre.org.uk/news/hedgerow-heroes-phase-five-13-local-cpres-join-the-mission/

🚨Our friends at CPRE Hertfordshire have launched a petition to change the definition of 'grey belt' in the NPPF. The current definition is vague and risks opening up Green Belt land to development. Please continue to share & sign! https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/725558

Tucked just outside Sheffield, this small working farm does big things.✨ It balances education with regenerative agriculture: building soil health, supporting wildlife, and even growing its own cider apples and vineyard produce! Read more: www.cpre.org.uk/whirlow-hall...

The latest report by Rural England CIC shows that many rural areas have poor or limited access to hospitals, reliable public transport, shops, basic internet - and even job centres. We urge the government to deliver fair access for everyone, no matter how rural. Read the report: ruralengland.org

Another day, another government minister taking aim at wildlife. 🙄 The UK is severely nature depleted. So yes, @rachelreevesmp, we need protections. And we'll push back if you try to dismantle them. We -can- build the homes and infrastructure we need without trashing nature.🐦 🦇 👉 bit.ly/3Hh8zW3

Half of England’s small towns are transport deserts. Without reliable buses, rural communities face isolation and lost opportunities. We’re urging the government to act now, with guaranteed service levels and fair funding. bit.ly/45gMrEo

Reform UK says it would pull all subsidies from wind & solar - even existing contracts. That’s a huge risk to rural jobs, energy security & climate action. Climate change is the biggest threat to the countryside. Net zero, done well, is our best defence. bit.ly/3UjJfl8

🏡 We support more homes for those in need, especially genuinely affordable homes; but the right infrastructure needs to be put in place. Without it, everyone loses out. Read more: www.cpre.org.uk/opinions/rur...

We believe the countryside isn’t just a backdrop; it’s a vital partner in health, nature and climate resilience. We’re working to ensure our landscapes continue to enrich lives for generations to come.🌄 Read more: www.cpre.org.uk/opinions/hop... #NatureRecovery #NationalLandscape

The government will build up to 40,000 homes on brownfield land over the next decade. We’ve long backed a brownfield-first approach, building near services. With space for 1.2M homes on brownfield, we want the government to deliver truly affordable & social housing, not just first-time buyer homes.

Fancy nostalgic railway scenery and countryside air? Whether you walk or cycle, the views are breathtaking. Explore routes like the Granite Way or the rural spans of Fledborough Viaduct. Check out the full list and get inspired for your next outing! 🌳🚲 www.cpre.org.uk/discover/tak...

CPRE Hampshire is recruiting for 6 Hedge Laying Traineeship roles, as well as an Assistant Hedgerow Project Officer. Some great opportunities to make a real difference to the countryside! The deadline for applications is 3rd Aug; find all the details here. www.cprehampshire.org.uk/about-us/jobs/

The government has published part one of its new food strategy. We want more support for nature-friendly farming that protects soil and helps us grow food for generations to come. 🌱 www.cpre.org.uk/explainer/wh...

We welcome new Government amendments to the Planning Bill that: ✅ Deliver better scientific safeguards ✅ Guarantee nature benefits outweigh harm ✅ Requires back-up measures Now we hold Gov’s feet to the fire over implementation... Read more 👇 www.wcl.org.uk/government-p...

We’ve been campaigning for changes to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, & the government has listened. Its amendments are a real step forward, but we’re not done yet. We’ll keep pushing to protect local voices and keep nature at the heart of planning.

⚠️ Two-thirds of mega solar farms are built on productive farmland. ☀️Our new report shows we can scale clean energy through rooftops & car parks. 🌳We want the government to commit to 60% rooftop solar & protect our best land. www.cpre.org.uk/news/two-thi...

Bristol’s last working farm is a wildlife haven, a local food hub, and a community treasure. This is exactly the rich mix of things that we need from land on the urban edge.🐄🐷🌳 We are calling for farms like this to be better protected. www.cpre.org.uk/yew-tree-far... #SustainableFarming

🍏 Coton Orchard is a beautiful example of food production on the edges of our towns and cities. But it’s threatened by a new busway route. We need better public transport, but not at the cost of precious orchards. Learn more: www.cpre.org.uk/coton-orchar...

We’ve dug into the Solar Roadmap, and while it’s great to see some wins for our campaign, there’s still work to do. 👥 Communities must be heard from day one. 🌾 Planning protections need to stop profit-first land grabs. 🏡 Rooftop solar should lead the way. bit.ly/4lWG3Yv #NetZero #Solar

Antiques expert, Raj Bisram, talks about his lifelong love of nature. As a child, Raj explored ancient woods and helped with the racehorses at Alexandra Palace. Now, he's passing that love on to his grandchildren.💚 Read about Raj's connection to the countryside: www.cpre.org.uk/discover/raj...

Climate change is an undeniable threat to food production & farming livelihoods in the countryside. The government must show ambition in helping farmers build resilience long-term, improving the health of farmland soils and supporting farmers to embrace nature-based solutions.

We're pleased to see the government has today published its Solar Roadmap, we're now reading the detail. Here are the three things we want to see in the government's plans for solar 👇 #SolarRoadmap #NetZero

🐛🦋 It’s #InsectWeek! We're celebrating the small things that shape our countryside. From bees and dragonflies to worms and ants, insects (and invertebrates!) play a vital role in soil health, pollination and pest control. What are our staff's favourite insects? www.cpre.org.uk/discover/the...