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Love Nature this half term
During February half term, take a trip to Christchurch Mansion in Ipswich for two days full of activity, get stuck into some eco-themed fun and show nature some love – all for free! On Tuesday 14th February, meet all kinds of experts, including GeoSuffolk, Suffolk’s Naturalists Society, the RSPB, and more. On Wednesday 15th February,…
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Survey results show impact of plastic on Suffolk’s beaches
The results of surveys carried out on some of Suffolk’s iconic beaches and estuaries by volunteers during 2022 show that more than 7,000 items of litter were found, weighing in at 117kg, with the vast majority being made of plastic. More than 5,000 items of plastic were identified by Coast & Heaths Area of Outstanding…
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Extension given to environmental farming grant scheme in Suffolk and Essex
Farmers and land managers in the Coast & Heaths and Dedham Vale Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) will be able to benefit from a key funding stream for a further two years, following today’s announcement and publication of the Environmental Improvement Plan by Defra. The Farming in Protected Landscapes grant programme, which funds projects on…
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A new career opportunity for nature-loving young people in Suffolk and Essex
Young people in Suffolk and Essex are being encouraged to apply for a new work placement opportunity to help care for local wildlife and the local landscape. The role is with the Coast & Heaths and Dedham Vale Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs), and part of the wider New to Nature programme. It is…
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Meet the team!
Do you want to know more about the Coast & Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)? The AONB team will be in Alderton on Monday 23rd January from 12:00pm – 1:00pm and will be available to answer questions on the AONB or offer help. Questions or queries might include: Come along and pop in.…