Natural England
December 2025
Devon section of King Charles III England Coast Path complete
November 2025
Somerset caravan park owner to pay £116,263 for disturbing SSSI
Landowner to pay £31,000 for landscaping Cornish SSSI with waste
King Charles III coast path now runs through Hampshire
Cross-border conservation efforts take centre stage for River Dee
Natural England sets out new vision for nature and growth with corporate st…
September 2025
New report reveals how to tackle climate change through nature
New 26-mile coastal path opens in Suffolk
Iconic Nature Reserve launches cutting-edge conservation hub
First parts of King Charles III coast path opens on Isle of Wight
Yorkshire’s natural beauty recognised as Ingleborough NNR expands
August 2025
A rare grasshopper returns to Norfolk after more than 85 years
Threatened species benefit from multi-million pound investment to aid their…
Stiperstones landscape welcomes rare wildlife and triples in size
July 2025
Natural England launches dive survey to monitor kelp forests
Wildlife thrives at Wybunbury Moss following field restoration
Peak District Ravine Woodlands Restored with 84,000 Trees
Natural England promotes outdoor healthcare in Sussex
Historic peatlands at the heart of the Industrial Revolution to become New …
Kent farmers in innovative Chalk to Coast project
June 2025
Royal step around the Isle of Sheppey
New films showcase the landscapes of the South West
'Our Living Soils' by Emma Rosen and Rhiannon Thomas out now
Cornwall coast path improvements now complete
Dorset path improved from Kimmeridge Bay to South Haven Point
May 2025
Peter Unwin CB named as Natural England Deputy Chair
Eel travel around Somerset made easier
Moth X Human by Ellie Wilson inspired by Wiltshire nature reserve
Steel signing celebrated at Lower Derwent Valley NNR
New coastal path connects Mablethorpe to Humber Bridge
Bronte Country to become country’s newest National Nature Reserve
England’s peatlands mapped for first time in major step towards their recov…
April 2025
School children in Stockton-on-Tees inspire nature recovery
Londoners' chance to nurture nature
Floating signs to protect Looe seals from watercraft
Transforming Humberhead nature reserve with ‘snow of summer’
March 2025
Youngsters go wild for well-being in Cornwall this Easter
Outcome of Natural England’s review of bird of prey ‘wild take’ licensing f…
February 2025
Using AI and drone technology to protect seals in Norfolk
January 2025
North Cornwall coast path improvements completed
King Charles III England Coast Path takes next steps
Have a baa-rilliant adventure this World Wetlands Day
December 2024
Tracking technology used to help rare wading bird in UK first
Increasing biodiversity at Westmorland General Hospital
‘Terning’ the tide for seabird decline in Lancashire
Royal route around England takes next step
November 2024
People in Birmingham share views to help shape future of nature
West Midlands nature and community projects to receive funding
Strategy breaks ground on biodiversity net gain and nature growth
Birds of a feather - restoring habitats for seabirds
October 2024
Nature is a ‘National Wealth Service’
“Nature is the national wealth service”: Natural England Chair calls for n…
Have your say about new Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Bucks farm thriving for decades thanks to countryside schemes
September 2024
Natural England seeks views on Surrey Hills national landscape
New King Charles III England Coast Path opens in Lincolnshire
Long Preston Floodplain project celebrates conservation milestone
August 2024
Rare species found on Shapwick Moor Nature Reserve
July 2024
Discovering new maerl beds on the South Coast of Cornwall
Hundreds of wildflowers helping to attract rare bees to Walsall
June 2024
Glue traps licensing scheme opens
May 2024
New members appointed to the Natural England board
Ancient trees safeguarded by National Nature Reserve expansion
Celebrate nature during National Nature Reserves Week
Podcast exploring relationship with the sea to be broadcast
Work begins to shape vision for the Earnse Project in Cumbria
Thousands of south west homes to be enabled by latest Nutrient Mitigation S…
Celebrate nature and take part in National Nature Reserves Week
Discover nature with this year’s National Nature Reserves Week
Discover seaweed beauty and wonder at Cornish Seaweed Festival
March 2024
King Charles III England Coast Path opens up Norfolk coastline
Derbyshire ash trees playing vital role in protecting species
Extension of appointments to the Natural England board
Podcast explores young people of colour's relationship with sea
February 2024
Vital new wetland habitat protected with announcement of a new King’s Natio…
Devon National Nature Reserve extension to boost nature recovery
December 2023
Last Northumberland stretch of the England Coast Path opens
November 2023
Natural England action for people and nature ahead of COP28
New sections of England Coast Path to open in the North West
October 2023
Ramsgate to Whitstable King Charles III England Coast Path opens
Mendip Hills to be declared a “super” National Nature Reserve
West Sussex coast path takes another step forward
National Nature Reserve at Finglandrigg Woods extended
Further housing credits for nutrient mitigation scheme announced
Developer prosecuted for breaching Bat Mitigation Licence
September 2023
First King’s Series National Nature Reserve on Lincolnshire coast
141 hen harrier chicks fledge as encouraging population growth recorded
Weston Museum rounds off summer of fun
Connect with nature along the King Charles III England Coast Path
Kent and Sussex species benefit from new funding
Hampshire and Isle of Wight species benefit from new funding
Butterflies, bats and birds among rare species set to benefit from new fund…
Legacy of G7 in Cornwall sees nature recovery projects underway
Come and celebrate the England Coast Path this summer in South Shields
Biodiversity increased at Wybunbury Moss National Nature Reserve
August 2023
Appointments made to the Natural England Board
July 2023
New phase of King Charles III England Coast Path opens
June 2023
Come and celebrate the England Coast Path this summer in Allonby
New Site of Special Scientific Interest confirmed
Ilfracome is the next stop for the England Coast Path party tour
Lincolnshire summer fun to celebrate King's England Coast Path
Allis the Shad Who Wouldn’t Give Up launches on World Ocean Day
May 2023
Weymouth Bay's party weekend for King Charles III England Coast Path
Widespread ewe-phoria as Shaun the Sheep becomes Countryside Code Champion
Get out in nature this May half term
Enjoy Sussex nature from your sofa
Red kites, cake and countryside
Hampshire and Isle of Wight celebrate nature
Murder on the Marsh... and hear about the birds and the bees
National Nature Reserves Week begins with a call to get hands on with natur…
New chairs announced for Natural England committees
New stretch of King Charles III England Coast Path to open in North West
April 2023
Intertidal Habitat survey to take place in the Morecambe Bay area
Boost for rare and threatened species with new conservation funding announc…
March 2023
Teesside first area to benefit from new scheme to unlock development and dr…
West Midlands Purple Horizons Nature Recovery Project wins award
Future of new Calstock wetlands assured with 20 year management agreement
Views sought on extending protected Surrey area
February 2023
Get out in Nature this February half term
Pioneering nature projects launched to test carbon capture methods in fight…
Natural England unveils new Green Infrastructure Framework
January 2023
Suspended prison sentence for Devon farmer
December 2022
Innovative licencing scheme to protect wildlife and promote sustainable dev…
November 2022
From “Dig for Victory” to “Grow Nature for Food”
3,000 hectares of spectacular Lake District landscape becomes a new Nationa…
October 2022
England Coast Path takes a step forward in north Kent
Economic prosperity: is it actually in our Nature?
Air and water quality advice now available to all farmers in England
One of the largest areas of lowland heath in the country set to receive nat…
Vast former industrial sites set to be one of UK’s largest urban nature res…
September 2022
Public call for evidence launched to inform review of ‘wild take’ licensing…
August 2022
119 hen harrier chicks fledge in England in 2022
England Coast Path takes a step forward in Hampshire.
July 2022
Challenge to nutrient neutrality advice rejected by the Court of Appeal
England’s Nature Recovery Network gathers pace
June 2022
G7 conference one year on: 26 ways Cornwall has been made greener
New stretch of England Coast Path joining Somerset and North Somerset compl…
Endangered curlews get a head start
May 2022
The Yorkshire Wolds need you: have your say on potential Area of Outstandin…
New ‘super’ National Nature Reserve created to protect rare wildlife
England Coast Path takes a step forward as Shoreham-by-Sea to Eastbourne st…
April 2022
England’s largest ever seagrass planting hits new milestone
March 2022
Public encouraged to take action to prevent wildfires
Solent’s underwater meadows get a boost
Natural England prescribes ponies and pasties to improve wellbeing
Operational update: Coronavirus
England’s largest seagrass restoration continues in Plymouth Sound
January 2022
Wyre Forest Nature Reserve is largest native woodland in England
Three new £11 million Natural England LIFE projects launched
New stretch of the England Coast Path opens
December 2021
Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty needs you
November 2021
Swanscombe Peninsula confirmed as Site of Special Scientific Interest
Carbon-saving Cambridgeshire project to be showcased at COP26
October 2021
Over 80% of young people eager to take action to help the environment
Ambitious project to reverse decades of pollution in Norfolk broad
September 2021
Cotswold Water Park confirmed as a Site of Special Scientific Interest
Rabbits help rare species and unique Norfolk and Suffolk habitat
Delight for walkers as new stretch of the England Coast Path is officially …
Partners agree 20-year vision for Purbeck Heaths super NNR
It’s not too late to reverse biodiversity decline by 2030, UK’s five leadin…
Marches Mosses marks 30-year milestone and extends NNR
August 2021
Another successful year for Hen Harrier breeding in England
Natural England to start work on coast to coast National Trail proposal
July 2021
New innovative scheme to protect newts and promote sustainable development …
Leicestershire beauty spot declared SSSI
Eurasian Curlews released on the Sandringham Estate
Cattle wearing smart collars will improve sand dune habitats
Nature for Climate Peatland Grant Scheme: Discovery Grants open to fund the…
Biodiversity 3.0 metric launched in new sustainable development toolkit
‘The farm that time forgot’ joins growing list of nature reserves
June 2021
Proposals to expand Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Proposal to expand Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Natural England announces landmark new programme for protected landscapes
Devon farmer sows historically important fields, reaps £31,500 bill
Nature recovery at heart of Natural England vision for year ahead
Natural England says nature recovery must be central to offshore wind plans
Natural England board member receives Queen’s Birthday Honours
Action needed to fix Somerset Levels and Moors' phosphate level
May 2021
Saving eggs from airfields is bringing a curlew boom in the east of England
Have your say on Humber stretches of England Coast Path
Natural England announces new National Nature Reserve for East Devon Pebble…
Yorkshire wetlands designated Site of Special Scientific Interest
April 2021
New major study shows importance of nature in hitting net zero
March 2021
New Countryside Code launched to help people enjoy the outdoors
New homes for people and wildlife across the North East
Swanscombe Peninsula gets national recognition as an SSSI
February 2021
Natural England unveils plans for final stretch of coast path in Suffolk
Environmental arts project comes to the Marches Mosses
Natural England announces major extension to the Lower Derwent Valley Natio…
Natural England Chair welcomes Dasgupta Review
January 2021
Innovative scheme to protect newts and promote sustainable development is r…
Cotswold Water Park given greater protection by Natural England
December 2020
New £5 million project to save woodlands
England Coast Path proposals published for Suffolk
Landmark extension for one of Britain’s most important sites for water bird…
King's Wood and Rushmere National Nature Reserve gains 43 hectares
Agencies join forces to investigate environmental damage to the River Lugg
Multiple agencies investigate damage to the river Lugg
November 2020
England Coast Path: Proposals published for Norfolk and Lincolnshire
Biggest ever nationwide initiative to restore nature in England set for lau…
October 2020
Natural England unveils plans for coast path in Essex
Survey reveals inequality in children spending time outside during pandemic
Nationally important wildflower grasslands get increased protection
Natural England sets out fresh vision for our natural environment
Newt conservation and sustainable development in Norfolk and Suffolk
September 2020
Public love for nature during Covid-19 highlighted by new survey
August 2020
Pond project pays off for great crested newts in Essex
Cambridgeshire to benefit from sustainable development initiative
July 2020
30-year anniversary of landmark release of red kites in the Chiltern Hills
Two reappointments to the Natural England board
Boost for picturesque landscapes as Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outsta…
May 2020
Marian Spain appointed new Natural England chief executive
April 2020
The Dawn Chorus: tune into Nature during lockdown
March 2020
UK’s first ‘super’ National Nature Reserve created on Purbeck Heaths
February 2020
Innovative Scheme to conserve newts and promote sustainable development is …
Walkers to enjoy new 21-mile coastal path on Walney Island
January 2020
Changes to licensing of the lethal control of herring gull and lesser black…
New £2.5 million project launched to restore fragile marine habitats
December 2019
Hampshire landowner fined for running a scrap metal operation on a protecte…
October 2019
New report shows pilot scheme farmers boost environment outcomes
Plans unveiled for coast path stretch in Hampshire and West Sussex
September 2019
New exhibition showcases Lake District National Park
Walkers to enjoy new 10 mile coastal path in Tees Valley
Public concern for nature reaches all-time high
August 2019
National Nature Reserve named ‘Dragonfly Hotspot’
Farmer prosecuted for Site of Special Scientific Interest damage
Record-breaking year for hen harrier breeding
New studies will help drive protections for beetles
July 2019
Help wildlife thrive in East Sussex’s Nature Reserves
Rare butterflies and orchids on abandoned wildlife site boosted by Natural …
Natural England to declare a new London National Nature Reserve
June 2019
District Level Licensing in Kent supports sustainable development
Trial to help hen harriers gets ready for action
May 2019
International Day of Biological Diversity
Estuary wildlife of the River Tees gets increased protection
New general licences for controlling Canada geese and wood pigeon comes int…
April 2019
New general licence for controlling carrion crows comes into force
General licences: next steps to apply online
General licences for bird control: major changes to licensing requirements
Phased implementation of charges for certain wildlife licences
Help bring Stiperstones National Nature Reserve back to purple
The Great Farm Challenge - Educating the next generation of farmers
March 2019
Humane trapping standards: March 2019 update
Essex haven for nature gets new protection
Study suggesting widespread illegal killing of hen harriers on English grou…
Local greenspaces important for children of all ages and backgrounds
February 2019
National Nature Reserves offer £36 million of benefits to society
Newly protected sites safeguard fabulous fungi
January 2019
Strengthened protection for Poole Harbour's unique range of wildlife
Natural England’s longest-serving Chair retires
October 2018
Flying success for Bats in Churches project
September 2018
New outreach centre launched to help boost wildlife
Opening access to the countryside
People are spending more time outside in the natural environment than ever …
August 2018
Grouse moors: Working together to achieve shared outcomes
Threatened sand dunes given a new lease of LIFE
July 2018
Chairman of Natural England speaks at the Game Fair
Visits to parks on the rise as city dwellers head outdoors
January 2018
Bat conservation panel appointed
Innovative licence issued to help hen harrier
November 2017
Landscape protection confirmed for Cornwall's rare species
September 2017
Flood risk reduced and wildlife brimming over on the Ribble
International protection for one of the UK’s largest areas for seabirds
August 2017
Farming groups given £1.7 million to boost the environment
April 2017
Online analytical tool launched to aid invertebrate conservation
Countryside Stewardship claims are just a click away
Flood-hit farm groups given £800,000
March 2017
National Lottery backs plan to save 20 species from extinction
Natural England reduces red tape on badger class licences
Apply for hedgerows, boundaries, and woodland management plan grants online
February 2017
Protection extended for mid Cornwall’s wildlife-rich landscape
Bats and churches to benefit thanks to National Lottery
National roll-out of new approach to great crested newt licensing
Appeal after hen harrier disappears on North Yorkshire moorland
Natural England backs hedges and boundaries for wildlife and people
January 2017
Rampisham Down: a wonderful outcome for conservation
December 2016
New licensing policies: great for wildlife - great for business
November 2016
West Pennine Moors becomes largest protected wildlife site in a decade
Buzzard licensing applications
October 2016
Walkers to enjoy new stretch of coast path in Norfolk
September 2016
New otter class licence issued
Completing Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier applications by 30 September 20…
July 2016
Longest section of England Coast Path opens in Middlesbrough
Natural England launches south east’s first section of England Coast Path
England’s largest outdoor learning project reveals children more motivated …
Natural England is set to double its number of apprentices
May 2016
Natural England is now blogging
Wildlife licensing: new newt licence
March 2016
England Coast Path takes step forward as Somerset section opens
Countryside Stewardship opens its doors for 2016
New research into dementia and the role of the natural environment
February 2016
Connecting with nature offers a new approach to mental health care
January 2016
Pagham coastal spit: planning application to protect housing in West Sussex
Bringing life back to The Broads
Natural England doesn't object to proposed work at Pagham
December 2015
Ongoing support for flood-hit farmers and landowners
Helping farmers deal with flooding in the north west of England
Bringing England’s wildlife ‘back from the brink’ of extinction
Visits to the great outdoors reach record high, survey reveals
November 2015
Status review of some of Britain’s smallest ‘countryside heroes’ published
New report highlights changing fortunes of grasshoppers, crickets and allie…
Confirmation of Bolton Fell and Walton Mosses Site of Special Scientific In…
Breaking new ground on protecting our waterways
October 2015
Natural England welcomes the decision to extend the Yorkshire Dales and Lak…
Protected species: new licensing system saves customers time and money
September 2015
Joe Horwood reappointed as a Natural England board member
Rare seabird makes a comeback in West Country
August 2015
Pilot project aims to help great crested newts
Hen harrier breeding season set to be most successful for 5 years
July 2015
Green bridges: safer travel for wildlife
Advice on how to deal with problem gulls
Bees and ants to flourish while the cuckoo flounders
June 2015
Five hen harriers have now disappeared from northern England
May 2015
Natural England and ponies on Dartmoor
‘The nature of flight’ takes off at Yorkshire Air Museum
Site of Special Scientific Interest status for London parks is confirmed
Improvement programme for England’s Natura 2000 sites: new report
Health and disease in relocated wild animals
Hen harriers: missing in Bowland
April 2015
Natural England statement on the possible introduction of lynx
March 2015
National Nature Reserves: spring into life on England’s best wildlife sites
England Coast Path in North Yorkshire and Teesside: your chance to comment
England Coast Path in Kent: two steps forward
Research project surveys: views on dementia, nature and outdoor activity
Conservation covenants can help protect our landscapes
Ancient peatlands to grow again
Access to evidence about the natural environment
February 2015
Water capital grant scheme open for applications from 2 March 2015
Reports highlight concerns for Britain’s leaf beetles and stoneflies
Natural England approves trial release of beavers
January 2015
Children’s visits to natural environments: new evidence
Survey shows more people are heading for the outdoors in England
Survey reveals importance of outdoor visits in England
Revisions to wildlife licences effective from 1 January 2015
December 2014
Greener transport network to provide highways for wildlife
St Hilda’s to enjoy a bat-free Christmas
First Norfolk stretch of England Coast Path opens today
East coast tidal surge: 1 year on
November 2014
Reports identify where wildlife can survive in a changing climate
Record breeding season for rare wetland birds in Somerset
Community path scheme is a success
Planning blueprint for major development which protects the environment
Species success at the Stiperstones National Nature Reserve
Hagley Park restoration project shortlisted for heritage award
October 2014
Bure Marshes restoration receives Heritage Lottery Fund grant
Natural England project shortlisted for Heritage Angels award
Hen harrier satellite tracking programme results published
Rare plants to receive ‘intensive care’ on Devon coast
England Coast Path proposals: have your say
Geodiversity Charter for England launched
England Coast Path: a step closer in Cumbria
Natural solutions for tackling health inequalities: conference report
Natural England welcomes conviction for illegal poisoning of birds of prey
September 2014
The planning system is key to delivering greener, better places
Nature Improvement Areas partnerships
One in five vascular plant species are threatened with extinction
Natural England Board determines outcome of General Licences consultation
Innovative approach to Farming Recovery Fund helps reopen Curry and Hay Moo…
Historic London parkland gets national recognition for its nature conservat…
Natural England response to Coastal Path statement
August 2014
Badger control measures authorised in west Gloucestershire and west Somerse…
First successful breeding record of ospreys at National Nature Reserve
Response rate to planning applications reaches record levels
Critically endangered tansy beetle re-discovered at Woodwalton Fen NNR afte…
LIFE support for precious Yorkshire peatlands
July 2014
Reducing coastal flood risk and adapting to climate change in Lancashire