A thriving countryside for everyone

In 2022 our blog is focusing on the flora of Bedfordshire from wildflowers to woodlands and hedgerows to fungi.

This month we profile Charles Abbot, Bedfordshire's first botanist and explore a fascinating piece of local history.

https://www.cprebeds.org.uk/discover/charlesabbot/

Last few places remaining!

If you've been thinking of signing up, now is the time.

This workshop will give you a good understanding of all you need to know to establish your wildflowers and help them thrive and grow into something amazing.

https://www.cprebeds.org.uk/get-involved/events/wildflowers/

In 2022 our blog is focusing on the flora of Bedfordshire from wildflowers to woodlands and hedgerows to fungi.

If you'd be interested in writing a guest blog post please get in touch.

Please share with anyone who you think might be interested in this opportunity.

We have updated this article with the response we received from Mayor Dave Hodgson.

You'll also find our comments on his response.

https://www.cprebeds.org.uk/news/bedford-borough-the-local-plan-oxcam-and-housing-numbers/

Our planning volunteers tell us that they feel that they make a real difference in their communities.

Find out more about what they do and how to join the friendly team.

https://www.cprebeds.org.uk/stories/make-a-difference-with-cpre-bedfordshire/

The Chilterns Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation (SAC) is under damaging pressure from increasing visitor numbers.

With the Zone of Influence extending into Central Bedfordshire, we ask what is a SAC, and what are the planning implications?

https://www.cprebeds.org.uk/news/sac/

We couldn’t do what we do without the support of our amazing volunteers.

By volunteering with us you’ll be part of a friendly team of like-minded people. You’ll gain new skills and we’ll give you the training you may need for your volunteering role.

https://www.cprebeds.org.uk/stories/make-a-difference-with-cpre-bedfordshire/

Don't forget about our photo competition if you're out and about this bank holiday!

https://www.cprebeds.org.uk/news/photo-competition/

The latest e-newsletter hit inboxes this morning.

Subscribe to receive future editions directly.

https://mailchi.mp/451fd09e8b3f/may-2020-update-5418109

Where are your favourite places to soak up the bluebells in Bedfordshire?

📷Putnoe Wood, April 2022

CPRE Bedfordshire presents a workshop led by Pat Knight: Creating and maintaining wildflower meadows.

Find out more on our website:
https://www.cprebeds.org.uk/get-involved/events/wildflowers/