A new initiative in Suffolk and Essex has been launched to increase the numbers of hedgehogs in our designated landscapes by providing free hedgehog homes and signs to residents. The hedgehog is a priority species in the Coast & Heaths and Dedham Vale Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) Nature Recovery Plans. In the past […]
A new body of work by artist Terry Flower at The Mill Tye Gallery, runs from 3 June – 31 July and comprises over 30 photographic works, poetry and bookworks, all inspired by walking the river Stour. The colour photographs and poems capture the essence of place. They offer the viewer the chance to […]
We are pleased to say to we have free swift boxes available to give out to suitable locations in Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). We can give out boxes based on the following two scenarios: We can give 1-6 boxes out if the host will pay for a swift caller to be […]
Sudbury Town Council in partnership with Guide East are pleased to announce a special, costumed guided tour which will transport attendees back to 18th Century Sudbury, the birthplace of the great artist on his 295th birthday. Saturday 14th May 2022 | 11:00 – 12:30 Strolling in Gainsborough’s Footsteps: A Gainsborough’s Birthday Special Guided Tour Tour […]
We are delighted to be able to present the 2022 Dedham Vale & Stour Valley Forum! The Dedham Vale AONB and Stour Valley Forum is an annual event where anyone with an interest and passion for conserving and enhancing the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty & Stour Valley can come together to discuss […]
Community groups, schools, businesses, and organisations across two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) in Suffolk and Essex are invited to apply for significant grant funding to fund projects that benefit the area. The Sustainable Development is an annual grants scheme that awards more than £70,000 to community projects in both the Dedham Vale and […]
Not only is climate change having an impact on humans and how we live our lives, but wildlife too. Adam Rowlands, RSPB Suffolk Area Manager, explains the impact climate change is having on birds in the area. The impacts of climate change are having mixed fortunes on birds, particularly in Suffolk. Erosion has brought change […]
It’s no secret that we need to do more to tackle the climate and ecological emergencies that we find ourselves in. Whilst the worst of global emissions can be reduced at government level, the actions of individuals have a vital role to play if we are to alleviate the worst that climate change can throw at […]
The Dedham Vale AONB and Stour Valley Project Area is a magnificent landscape fully of beauty and hidden treasures. Planning a visit? Here is some inspiration for your next trip! Find out more information, including visitor guides, podcasts, and videos to help you plan your visit, go to www.dedhamvalestourvalley.org/visiting. 1. Arger Fen & Spouse’s Vale 110 hectares of ancient […]
The Stour Valley Farmer Cluster is a group of thirty-four farmers managing around 8,500ha of land in and around the Dedham Vale AONB; the group started in a small way around 2017 before coming together more formally in 2019. Most of the farms are mixed with arable land producing cereals for the brewing and baking […]
