National Parks

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The Association of National Park Authorities (ANPA)
The collaborative voice of National Park Authorities in England and Wales

The English National Park Authorities Association (ENPAA)
Promotes and furthers the needs of National Park Authorities in England

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Statutory Bodies

England

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra)
Defra has responsibility for National Parks.

Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG)
DCLG has responsibility for community cohesion, equality, housing, urban regeneration, planning and local government.

Department for Transport (DfT)
DfT oversees the delivery of a reliable, safe and secure transport system that responds efficiently to the needs of individuals and business whilst safeguarding our environment

Natural England
Natural England brings together English Nature, the Countryside Agency and the Rural Development Service. Natural England is here to conserve and enhance the natural environment, for its intrinsic value, the well-being and enjoyment of people and the economic prosperity that it brings.

Wales

Welsh Assembly Government

Countryside Council for Wales (CCW)
CCW advises the Government, the National Assembly for Wales, Local Authorities and others on sustaining the natural beauty, wildlife and the opportunity for outdoor enjoyment. CCW is the national wildlife conservation authority.

Info4local is a government portal that gives local authorities a quick and easy way to find and link to relevant information on the web sites of central government departments, agencies and public bodies.

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Countryside and Wildlife Organisations

The web sites of CNP's Council members can be reached here

CNP is a member of several other organisations with an interest in National Parks:

Wildlife and Countryside Link (WCL)
A liaison body for voluntary sector organisations concerned with the conservation and protection of wildlife and countryside. It has 36 members and around 8.4 million supporters

Wales Environment Link (WEL)
WEL unites a diverse range of voluntary environmental and countryside organisations in their efforts to work for a better quality environment for Wales.

Heritage Link
Set up in 2002 to give heritage organisations in England a collective voice. It aims to influence policy, underpin advocacy and build capacity in the non-government sector.

Campaign for Better Transport
The independent national body concerned with sustainable transport. It looks for answers to transport problems and aims to reduce the environmental and social impact of transport.

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Transport

CountryGoer

A national campaign to promote access within Britain's countryside by public transport. For a comprehensive guide to all forms of public transport in the UK visit the website.

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Tourism

Enjoy England and Visit Wales have information about tourist destinations throughout England and Wales including accommodation.

The Europe Regional Directory
Contains a wealth of information about Europe, including Britain's National Parks.

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Other Useful Sites

Open Spaces Society
Exists to protect common land and public rights of way.

Ramblers' Association
Promotes walking and aims to improve conditions for everyone who walks in England, Scotland and Wales.

South Downs Campaign

Limestone Pavement Action Group
A group of organisations that work together to protect limestone pavements in the UK.

Save Longstone Edge Campaign
A campaign to stop a proposed major new quarry at Longstone Edge, Derbyshire

Ministry of Defence: Access and Recreation
Information on access to areas of National Parks used for military training.

NFU Countryside
An online resource for rural issues and news, countryside events and attractions.

Environment Daily
Reports on European environmental news.

Dalesman
Publishes magazines and book about National Parks.

Charity Slides
Offers a range of slide development and printing options for charities.

Sussex Ouse Restoration Trust
Aims to promote a greater awareness of the benefits that the river can bestow on its surrounding communities.

International Centre for Protected Landscapes
Leading centre for research, consultancy and professional training in protected areas.

Bridleways and Quiet Lanes
Database of national routes suitable for horse riders.

Wildland Network
Set up to further the concepts and development of wildland in Britain.

UK Environmental Law Association (UKELA)
UK forum which aims to make the law work for a better environment and to improve understanding and awareness of environmental law.

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