For a thriving countryside that benefits everyone

Encouraging birds to your garden is a great way of controlling pests. Now is the perfect time to introduce some feeders, such as a bird table or a hanging feeder. #birds #birdlife #jointheregeneration

There are some amazing walks that take in breathtaking scenery in the Quantock Hills AONB, so why not regenerate yourself in the countryside by tackling one or more of them? https://www.quantockhills.com/downloadable-walks #walking #nature #jointheregeneration

Our Bright Blue Bag is here! We are ready to #RecycleMore

@MendipCouncil is the first district in #Somerset to roll out weekly #kerbside #plastic #recycling Good to know that our recycling rates will increase leading to less #pollution and #waste.
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It is the time of year where there are lots of beautiful things to spot whilst out on your family walks. We have put together a few ideas for things to look out for, and this week's theme is "Winter Nuts And Berries". Can you spot these whilst you are out and about? #nature

"I have always loved walking in these hills. They are so vast that they should be a space for everyone to enjoy. I have walked up here for years, and I never tire of the view." #myspaceinnature #jointheregeneration #allotment #growyourown

It's #ExmoorDay. What better excuse do we need to share one of our favourite photos, taken in @ExmoorNP ? Don't think he has read the signs........!

#nationalpark #landscape #photography #Somerset

Catcott Complex is a great space to watch migrating and wading birds. With bird hides that are accessible for wheelchairs you will see a fantastic range of species here. There are some lovely walks around the site, and plenty of great spots for a picnic. #jointheregeneration

This is the season where we start thinking about warming soups and stews, and this is not just down to the cold weather! British produce in season at the moment includes various root vegetables such as beetroots, carrots and leeks. #seasonal #organic #local #Food

The Countryside Code is a set of guidelines that help us enjoy the countryside responsibly. The government published a summarised version of it during Covid-19 as we all get used to more time outside. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-countryside-code/the-countryside-code
#countrysidecode #jointheregeneration

"Cycling through this lovely countryside... has refreshed and enlivened me in these difficult times... spotting the vivid Yellow Wagtails along reed-fringed ditches, coming here all the way from tropical Africa, a reminder of our unbreakable connection to the wider wilder world."

By joining CPRE Somerset you can help be part of the conversation and help to support our campaigns relating to the building of new roads that dissect the countryside. https://www.cpresomerset.org.uk/get-involved/become-a-member/

#environment #nature #conservation #jointheregeneration

We will be sending out weekly newsletters giving you information about the countryside in your area, and what you can do to help in its regeneration. Sign up here: https://cpre.pinkskydesign.com/Somerset
#jointheregeneration

We have a winner!
Thanks to everyone who entered our Reasons To Be Cheerful #2020 #photography competition.
Congrats to Jeff Hutson of Crewkerne for his pic "Neighbourly Isolation"
Our judges chose Jeff's pic as it perfectly sums up the spirit of those early days of #lockdown