Campaigns Update

Fracking won't do anything to bring down energy bills. But it will have a devastating impact on the climate and toxic effects on rural communities. Despite this, the government has decided to disregard the evidence and lift the ban on fracking - an act that threatens to industrialise the countryside we all know and love. We're currently working on a campaign action to end fracking once and for all, which we'll share in the coming days. Watch this space!

As part of this year’s National Hedgerow Week (10-17 October), we’ll be handing in our petition calling for a 40% increase in hedgerows by 2050. A huge thank you to everyone who has helped us surpass 40,000 signatures! If you haven’t signed the petition yet, you can sign it here. We'll be in touch again soon with more hedgerow-related content so do keep an eye on your inbox!

The theme for this year's National Hedgerow Week is hedgerows as a home for nature. As summer meets autumn, hedgerows are a hive of activity as all kinds of wildlife prepare for the cooler months. Why not explore the hedgerows in your local countryside and use our guide to see what wildlife to look out for? Nature-spotting is loads of fun, whether alone or with friends or family.

Daylight hours are decreasing, landscapes are changing, and deciduous plants and trees are beginning to lose their leaves. Why not take some time to stop and appreciate the autumn colours, hedgerow fruits, and busy mammals preparing for the winter? Autumn may be upon us, but there’s still plenty to see in our countryside and green spaces!

PM Liz Truss has announced an energy price guarantee that would cap average energy bills at £2,500 over the next two years. While we welcome this much-needed protection for households, we know that rural communities are acutely vulnerable to soaring energy bills. Many using heating oil are not covered by the price cap and must be included in this winter’s support package. That’s why we’re part of the ‘Warm This Winter’ coalition campaigning for government action to help people with fuel costs and energy bills. Find out more and join the call below!

Did you know CPRE members get discounted entry to almost 100 houses, gardens and other attractions across England? Why not join as a member today and explore even more of our beautiful countryside! Choose from an individual membership or one for the whole family with a household membership.