Powerful Peatlands

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Supporter, what do you think of when you hear 'carbon storage'? Maybe forests or woodland planting projects? How about a habitat that is both visually stunning and precious for nature and climate? We're of course talking about one of the most complex and most threatened habitats in our National Parks - peatland.

43% of land in English National Parks and 8% in Welsh National Parks is peatland, meaning National Parks have a significantly higher peatland coverage than the rest of the country. It's a vitally important habitat for people, nature and climate, so lets explore our peatlands.

TAKE ACTION FOR PEATLAND

PERSECUTED PEATLAND

Though peatland is hugely important, most of English and Welsh peatland is in poor condition. Much of the damage done to peatland happens when it becomes too dry for peat to be created effectively. Introducing artificial drainage, burning and tree planting can all damage peatland’s ability to store water, provide a home for wildlife and absorb carbon.

PEATLAND FACTS

PROTECTING THE PEAT

Peatlands in the National Parks of England and Wales are capable of storing over 80 million tonnes of carbon. Not to mention their ability to clean water and alleviate flood risk.

We need healthy peatlands which is why we're calling for urgent action including rewetting and restoration, alongside a stronger commitment to protecting existing areas of intact peatland.

HELP US PROTECT OUR PEAT

POWER TO THE PEATLAND

The South West Peatland Partnership is a collaboration between local and regional public bodies, charities, landowners, commoners, contractors and farmers, working to restore over 2,500 hectares of degraded peatland across West Penwith, Bodmin Moor, Dartmoor and Exmoor by 2025.

After winning our National Park Nature Award in 2023, we headed to Dartmoor to check out their great work.

Bringing peatland habitats back to life in Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks

Want to learn even more about peatland and other habitats in National Parks? Hear the story behind our Health Check report which has had national news coverage since its publication in April.

Join us Tuesday 16 July 4:30pm

JOIN OUR FREE WEBINAR

We hope to see you then!

Harriet Gardiner
Senior Communications Officer

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Photos and graphics © used with permission. Ockerton Court, Dartmoor, image © Harriet Gardiner | Digger on Dartmoor, image © Harriet Gardiner | Sphagnum moss, image © Harriet Gardiner | Sundew, image © Harriet Gardiner | Peatland recovery, video © CNP |