For a thriving countryside that benefits everyone

This is your chance to have your say on the sites that may be marked for development - such as housing, infrastructure and employment land - in your area.

The consultation runs until the 9th of March, for more information follow this link

https://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/planning-policy-local-plan-review

The Wiltshire Local Plan and Gypsy and Travellers Plan consultations begin today, so have your say!
http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/planning-gypsy-travellers

Take part in the CPRE Star Count, sign up here for more details...

https://takeaction.cpre.org.uk/page/73245/-/1

Wiltshire Local Plan, have your say!
Wiltshire Council are starting the first stage of the process of reviewing the Wiltshire Core Strategy (Local Plan) on 12 January 2012. The consultation period runs from 12 January to 9 March.
https://cms.wiltshire.gov.uk/mgIssueHistoryHome.aspx?IId=97019&Opt=0
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Don't forget in these cold months remember to check on elderly vulnerable neighbours. Ensuring Social distancing of course.
You may be the only one they see!

In 2020 our green spaces became a lifeline for health and enjoyment. We need to secure these spaces for future generations. Becoming a member is the best way to support a beautiful, thriving countryside for all.

Join here for as little as £3 per month:
https://www.cprewiltshire.org.uk/get-involved/become-a-member/

Reflection on 2020
Despite the difficulties caused by coronavirus, we have been busy this year: Oliver Hilliam recalls CPRE’s highlights of 2020 …

https://www.cpre.org.uk/news/2020-cpres-impact/

There might not be so many animals out and about to spot at this time of year but with little effort you can make it an easier season for them. Juliette Joannés shares some tips, just follow the link below

https://www.cpre.org.uk/discover/helping-wildlife-through-the-winter/

New Years Resolution - what about doing a fundraising challenge for us this year.

https://www.cpre.org.uk/fundraise-for-cpre/take-on-a-fundraising-challenge-for-cpre/

Happy Christmas from all of us at CPRE Wiltshire.
Please note our offices are now closed until Monday the 4th of January.

Christmas is finally here! It’s a season for relaxing, indulging and spending time with loved ones. But it’s also a particular time for compassion and kindness – and we want to extend that to our countryside, too.

https://www.cpre.org.uk/discover/10-green-acts-of-christmas-kindness/

Want to do your bit for the countryside and planet this festive season? Here are our 16 top tips for an eco-friendly countryside Christmas.

https://www.cpre.org.uk/discover/tips-to-make-your-holiday-season-greener/

Teach your children about the things we can do everyday to help with green issues, such as:

Litter, recycling, green transport, saving electricity and gas and buying local

They are never too young to learn.

Festive Feasting

Ashen faggot…jough-y-nollick…stargazy pie: England’s festive food and drink is inextricably linked to the seasons in rural life, a heady recipe of ancient superstition, Pagan rituals, Christian tradition and Victorian sentimentality.
https://www.cpre.org.uk/discover/festive-feasting/

Need a last minute Christmas Present, we still have some of our lovely Tea Towels for sale.
They are £6.99 plus postage.
Contact us on admin@cprewiltshire.org.uk or ring 01380722157 to order. Order before Christmas and get a free CPRE Wiltshire bookmark with each tea towel.

Have you made your Christmas Wreath yet? Here is our easy to follow guide on making one this weekend.

https://www.cpre.org.uk/discover/how-to-make-a-festive-wreath/

#Christmas Wreath

The ‘real vs fake’ Christmas tree debate hasn’t shown any signs of slowing down, with different groups coming out in favour of one side or the other. Get advice here...

https://www.soilassociation.org/organic-living/christmas/eco-friendly-christmas-trees-real-vs-fake/

@soilassociation
#Christmastrees

Weathers not great this weekend!

But as Alfred Wainwright said...

“There's no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing.”

So what are you waiting for, get those wellies on, wrap up warm and get some fresh air.

Need a last minute Christmas Present, we still have some of our lovely Tea Towels for sale.
They are £6.99 plus postage.
Contact us on admin@cprewiltshire.org.uk or ring 01380722157 to order. Order before Christmas and get a free CPRE Wiltshire bookmark with each tea towel.