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5 facts: what the National Parks duty means for planning
Here are five key facts about what the new duty means for planning decisions which show just how wrong some of the myths being peddled are.
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Water is life: South Downs National Park
Siôn McGeever, Chief Executive of the South Downs National Park Authority, explains why water is at the top of the agenda as he calls for a united response to the river crisis.
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7 things we learnt from the High Court about National Parks
After the change in law in 2023, what the precedent-setting High Court cases mean for National Parks law.
Top facts about chalk streams
Chalk streams are one of the rarest freshwater habitats, many of which are found in England’s National Parks.
Peak District Mosaic: Championing National Parks for Everyone
The Championing National Parks for Everyone project from Peak District Mosaic is supporting diverse communities to access these beautiful green spaces.
Where history meets nature in the Yorkshire Dales
Sarah Whiteley, Senior Historic Environment Officer for the Yorkshire Dales National Park, explores the intersectionality of nature recovery and the historic environment
What if we created a National Parks Trail together?
Daniel Raven-Ellison, founder and CEO of Slow Ways, a not-for-profit Community Interest Company, shares a vision for a National Parks Trail and how we can bring it to life.
Get your 10,000 steps in National Parks
We explore why National Parks are the perfect destination for walking, and how they boost our mental and physical health.
National Marine Parks Update
National Marine Park Lead Ffion Mitchell-Langford keeps us up to date on the latest work on National Marine Parks.
Beginners Guide to Wild Camping
With the right to wild camp on Dartmoor protected, we've put together a beginners guide to keep you safe and informed on your next National Park adventure.
Rivers are the lifeblood of the landscape
Chief Executive, Rose O’Neill, outlines our response to the Cunliffe Review and the next steps in our water campaign
Nature Bingo! What to spot on your next visit to National Parks
From birds and bats to flowers and plants, discover the wildlife in our National Parks this season.
When is a National Park not a National Park?
Andrew McCloy on why cutting central support for National Parks risks undermining their specialness - just at a time when we need it most.