AONB news
Hello Cranleigh Civic Societies members and newsletter subscribers.
We have seen some work being done concerning areas of outstanding natural beauty – AONB – and think you would like to have a look –
Firstly the name has been changed to National Landscape! Secondly our nearest area is also called Surrey Hills.
When we vote for our councillors and politicians little do we know – or they – what they will be asked to examine, learn about and vote on:
Cllr Liz Townsend says ‘Individual town and parish councils worked extremely hard to put forward what were considered potential qualifying areas of countryside for inclusion in this National Landscape/AONB designation. Waverley Borough Council also supported the work undertaken by the councils.’
If you want to submit comments on the current consultation you can do that here
The Binscombe Hills, Farley Hill and Wey Valley.Cranleigh Waters – this areas will join up the western and eastern end of the Surrey Hills AONB and encompassing the entirety of Chilworth, Wonersh and Shamley Green.Enton Hills.Dunsfold Low Weald – Dunsfold village now included.Natural England will oversee the changes
Natural England is the government’s adviser for the natural environment in England. They help to protect and restore our natural world. You can access their web site here. Natural England is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs.