The Value of New National Parks in Wales

The creation of a new National Park in North East Wales provides an important and timely opportunity to build on all that is best about
the existing Designated Landscapes in Wales. The first to be designated in Wales for over 60 years, this new National Park should be an exemplar for nature, climate and people, maximising on the benefits of designation whilst also applying best practice from other National Parks across England, Scotland and Wales.

This report is produced by Campaign for National Parks with the aim of presenting valuable background reading and research on a range of key topics which those with an interest in the new proposals may want to understand in more detail. From housing to farming, the environment and the economy, we have compiled evidence across topics which demonstrate the impact and benefits that a new National Park could have in Wales.

This new National Park can build on the existing model of National Parks whilst recognising the challenges of today and the opportunities to do some things differently that sets the standard for future designations. Delivering this ambition will only be possible if the right supporting framework is in place and the end of this report includes a joint statement signed by 18 different organisations in support of an ambitious new National Park.