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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 […]

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Wilder Together in the Stour Valley training event

The Wilder Together in the Stour Valley Partnership were given some funding this year to create two event kits to loan out to wildlife and environment groups in parishes and towns in the Dedham Vale National Landscape and Stour Valley. This idea came from feedback we have had from community groups who wanted information to […]

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Nature enhancement update – November 2024

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 November 2024. For more information about any of our nature enhancement work, you can email alex.mooredaluz@suffolkandessex-NL.org.uk. 1 East […]