Category Archives: volunteering

New chief executive at Friends of the Peak District

Posted on November 5, 2018 by The Admin Team

Tomo Thompson joined the charity in August 2018. A retired British Army Officer, with 25 years of experience doing odd things in strange places, he also has a background in change, risk and project management. Tomo has spent over thirty … Continue reading →

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How to include hearing-impaired people in meetings

Posted on July 11, 2018 by The Admin Team

Lighting is crucial. The deaf person needs to sit with their back to the main light source so tha t the faces opposite are illuminated for lip reading. Minimise background noise. Hearing aids amplify ALL sounds, so be aware of … Continue reading →

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Don’t let the government fast-track fracking: PETITION

Posted on June 29, 2018 by The Admin Team

Recent proposals by the government would make it as easy to get permission for an exploratory fracking well as for a conservatory. If they go ahead, local decision-makers and communities would be stripped of the ability to block fracking in … Continue reading →

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Could you lead the fight to protect the Peak District?

Posted on May 15, 2017 by The Admin Team

We are looking to recruit a new board chair for Friends of the Peak District/CPRE South Yorkshire in the near future and the details can be found  here:

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Could this be you?

Posted on March 3, 2017 by The Admin Team

We are seeking a high calibre candidate with outstanding team working and management skills who is able to support and motivate CPRE’s branches in the region.  The successful candidate will lead, inspire and provide strategic direction to CPRE East Midlands.  … Continue reading →

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Invest in Green Belt for the parks, paths and woodlands of tomorrow, says CPRE

Posted on December 12, 2016 by The Admin Team

Research demonstrates natural capital and public access value of Green Belt New research published today by the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) shows the huge potential of the Green Belt in terms of amenity and nature conservation. CPRE is … Continue reading →

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Free money to celebrate with!

Posted on July 13, 2016 by The Admin Team

The National Lottery has launched a brand new fund called Celebrate! which aims to help communities get together just for the fun of it. 

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New national President for CPRE

Posted on May 25, 2016 by The Admin Team

Pottery designer and businesswoman Emma Bridgewater is to be the new national President of the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE), succeeding former Poet Laureate Sir Andrew Motion, who served four years in the role.

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Archive workshop – May 26th in Reading

Posted on March 24, 2016 by The Admin Team

Would you like to find out more about CPRE’s history, and particularly the local campaigns that shaped your area?  As part of our 90th anniversary celebrations we are working with the Museum of English Rural Life (MERL) to put on … Continue reading →

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90 Years of CPRE: Wednesday 6 July 2016, Peterborough

Posted on March 18, 2016 by The Admin Team

CPRE East Midlands and East of England welcomed you to 90 Years of CPRE: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Wednesday 6 July 2016   ~   10am – 4pm The Fleet, Peterborough Members and volunteers of branches in the East of England … Continue reading →

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