Nayland Land Company (centre) receive the award from Robert Erith (far right) and Cllr James Finch (far left)

Celebrating the National Landscape heroes

Each year, the Robert Erith National Landscape Award is presented to an individual, organisation or community group that has made an outstanding contribution to the Dedham Vale National Landscape. As well as recognising the amazing work that takes place across the National Landscape by so many unsung heroes, the award also aims to inspire others […]

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Planets on Parade and Orion the Hunter

On Saturday 22nd February there will be a chance to see a line up of the Planets in our Solar System. As the sun sets the planets of Mercury, Saturn and Venus will be close to the Horizon whereas Jupiter and Mars are up above us. The Dedham Vale Dark Skies Campaign is organising their […]

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Wilder Together in the Stour Valley training event

The latest training event as part of the Wilder Together in the Stour Valley project took place at Flatford Wildlife Garden. Wilder Together is a partnership project that has been created between the Suffolk and Essex Wildlife Trusts, RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden and the Dedham Vale National Landscape and Stour Valley team. The partnership has […]

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Nature enhancement update – December & January

Nature enhancement is a key part of our ongoing work to conserve and enhance the Dedham Vale National Landscape & Stour Valley.  Here is a round-up from all of our nature enhancement projects and volunteer work parties for December 2024 & January 2025. For more information about any of our nature enhancement work, you can […]

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Joint report with National Parks England highlights multiple benefits of Farming in Protected Landscapes programme

A new report jointly published today by the National Landscapes Association and National Parks England highlights some of the achievements since FiPL was introduced in 2022: The programme, worth £40M annually, directs funds to farmers and landowners within National Landscapes and National Parks. The innovative model is unique in blending national, regional and local priorities […]

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50% off loft insulation for anyone in Suffolk!​

Suffolk residents can now get a 50% discount (up to £200) and free delivery on 200mm or 370mm wide eco-friendly, itch-free thermal insulation rolls, from High Loft, the UK’s leading eco loft insulation brand. Save up to 40% on energy costs by keeping your home warmer for the winter and cooler in the summer! Spread […]

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Discover More with Suffolk Libraries! 

Suffolk Libraries has unveiled a groundbreaking new tool, Discover More, designed to help individuals find local events, activities, and services that can significantly improve their wellbeing. In partnership with Suffolk Mind, and finalist of AI Business Of The Year 2024, Orbital Global, Discover More leverages artificial intelligence to understand users’ unique needs and preferences. By […]

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More than £30,000 grant funding available for environmental projects in the Dedham Vale 

An annual grants scheme that sees over £30,000 awarded to community projects across Essex and Suffolk has opened for applications.   Every year, the Dedham Vale National Landscape hands out over£30,000 in grants to individuals, organisations such as schools and wildlife conservationists, and community groups to fund projects that help to conserve and enhance the special […]