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Dark Sky Campaign recognised with National Landscape Award
The Dedham Vale Dark Sky Campaign has been named as the winners of the 2026 Robert Erith National Landscape Award in recognition of its fantastic work in securing international designation for the area. The Robert Erith National Landscape Award, given out annually, aims to celebrate the achievements of individuals, groups and organisations that have made
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Constable 250 events
Suffolk County Council’s Green Access Team, in partnership with Dedham Vale National Landscape, welcomed members of the public to a John Constable Walk and Talk event on 21st July, offering a unique opportunity to explore the landscapes that inspired one of Britain’s greatest artists. The 4.5-mile guided walk followed a route from East Bergholt along
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Dedham Vale Dark Sky Event on 12th August
The next Dedham Vale Dark Sky Campaign event is taking place on Wednesday 12th August. It is the first event of the Astronomy season and it is a spectacular double header. A partial solar eclipse followed by the annual Perseid Meteor Shower. Starting at 6:00pm there will be a partial eclipse of the Sun, which
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Dedham Vale Forum 2026
The Dedham Vale National Landscape team is delighted to open up registration for the 2026 Dedham Vale Forum, taking place on Thursday 17th September at the fantastic Firstsite in Colchester. The annual free event aims to bring together anyone with an interest in the Dedham Vale National Landscape and Stour Valley, which includes beloved places
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Constable Country protected as conservation area expanded
The historic area in and around East Bergholt made famous by the work of John Constable has been given enhanced protection after Babergh District Council approved the expansion of the existing conservation area. The new East Bergholt, Constable Heartland and Flatford Conservation Area 2026 will protect the area around two of the most important features