Rooftop solar is a common sense way to deliver clean energy without impacting the countryside, nature and food security. But the potential of rooftop solar continues to be overlooked, including in national policy. We want to change that. Here's why 👇 cpre.org.uk/explainer/roof…

We think the government's definition of 'grey belt' could lead to the degradation of Green Belt land, when we know there's enough brownfield for 1.2m homes. That's why we'll be challenging it. In the meantime, here's why the Green Belt is so important 👇 cpre.org.uk/explainer/all-…

Building the homes we need - particularly affordable ones - is vital. Going brownfield-first will meet most of the government's target. But Green Belt degradation is a risk if the 'grey belt' definition isn't made clearer. Interesting thoughts here 👇 propertyreporter.co.uk/how-might-the-…

The government has proposed a series of updates to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). But what is the NPPF? What's it for? And why is it so important? 🤔 Find out in our quick guide 👇 cpre.org.uk/explainer/what…

‘We’re growing up in a generation where planning is going to change with the new government, so young people’s input is important.’ This #InternationalYouthDay, meet Jess, a cprelancs volunteer who's passionate about youth participation in planning 👇 cpre.org.uk/stories/provid…

Farming and our countryside will play a huge role in how we can balance the needs of people, nature and our planet. Great to see that nature-friendly farming schemes are helping nature recovery. The government needs to commit to this support long-term 👇 theguardian.com/environment/ar…

August is a beautiful month for a walk in the countryside 🤩 Although the birds have quietened down, there's plenty to see - as brambles and seedheads ripen and grasses turn golden. Here's what you might notice on your walk this month 👇 cpre.org.uk/discover/a-cou…

We know that planning can be a force for good - where communities can shape the future of their neighbourhoods. But our planning system needs investment and ambition. That ambition needs to include brownfield and genuinely affordable housing targets. theguardian.com/commentisfree/…

Poppy has been working with CPRE Peak District and South Yorkshire as a planning volunteer ✊ Keeping an eagle eye out for major developments in South Yorkshire, Poppy has gained lots of planning knowledge through volunteering - and we're proud to be playing a part in that 👇 cpre.org.uk/stories/gainin…

Did you know that CPRE Peak District and South Yorkshire are celebrating their centenary this year? As part of Sheffield's Walking Festival in September, they've arranged three free walks in Sheffield's countryside, inspired by the charity's founder, Ethel Haythornthwaite. Find out more 👇

Good to see action being taken to build much-needed housing on brownfield in the East Midlands 🏘️ But we need to make sure houses are close to services and amenities - and are genuinely affordable. eastmidlandsbusinesslink.co.uk/mag/property/n…

We'd like to see the government protecting and improving our Green Belt and setting ambitious targets for brownfield homes, homes for social rent and genuinely affordable homes. Let's not forget, the Green Belt is the countryside next door for 30m people in towns and cities

Got your tickets yet for the CPRE Sussex Countryside day at Knepp Estate, West Sussex? You can join exciting tours, hear engaging talks, keep the kids entertained. For a #GreatDayOut see details and buy tickets at: cpresussex.org.uk/news/7-septemb… #KidsGoFree!

Solar panels on the roofs of all new homes would let people generate their own clean energy while helping the UK reach its net zero target. ✅ ✅ We're calling on the government to unleash the potential of rooftop solar. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

We welcome the addition of much-needed support for planning departments. But the government needs to recognise that the housing crisis is largely driven by a lack of genuinely affordable housing, and a broken system that has allowed large volume housebuilders to continually put

Depending on where you are in the country, now is the perfect time for some hedgerow foraging 😍 From brambles to elderberries and beech nuts, enjoy the bounty of our native hedgerow plants 🌰 🌿 Find out more below - but as always, forage responsibly! cpre.org.uk/discover/hedge…

Our new poll with YouGov shows the vast majority of people value access to the countryside 🙋 In addition to providing us with food, sequestering carbon and being a space for wildlife, the countryside is enormously important to people. We're calling on the government to make

With £100m cut to England's nature-friendly farming budget, we’re set to lose at least 239,000 ha of nature-friendly farmland. For a future where farming is sustainable, resilient to climate & economic shocks, and protecting our natural world, we need to see support from

🐝Join us this weekend for Countryside Day! Local CPRE groups are hosting events to celebrate everything that is good about the countryside. From guided walks to hedgerow textile workshops, there are many ways to connect with our countryside. 👉 bit.ly/3Za86ey

💚Today is International Day of Charity! We want to say thank you to our incredible volunteers and supporters who power our movement. Together, we are working to make the countryside a better place to live, work and enjoy - for everyone. 👉 bit.ly/3ASKmSg