For a thriving countryside that benefits everyone

The plastic bag charge is doubling to 10p in all shops in England.

This is a step in the right direction, but to truly win the war on waste and litter we need the government to finally commit to an all-in #DepositReturn scheme for drinks containers.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57014762

Capture Somerset at work, rest and play #Wells @CPRESomerset #NubIt https://wells.nub.news/n/new-countryside-photo-competition-launched

The theme is My Somerset - at work, rest and play #Glastonbury @CPRESomerset #NubIt https://glastonbury.nub.news/n/new-photo-competition-for-somerset

The theme is My Somerset - at work, rest and play @CPRESomerset #SheptonMallet #NubIt https://sheptonmallet.nub.news/n/countryside-charity-launches-new-somerset-photo-competition

Why not wake up early and open your window to hear the best of the birdsong?

The #dawnchorus is building up now, led by the blackbird which usually starts singing first!

Blackbirds have larger eyes than many of our other feathered friends, so can be up and about in low light.

Of all our beautiful butterflies, the one that gives us a special feeling of joy is the Orange-tip.

Check out the difference between the outside and underside of their wings!

More tips on wildlife to see this month from @cottagegardener >>> https://www.cpre.org.uk/discover/a-month-in-the-countryside-connecting-with-nature-in-april/

Bluebells, bluebells, bluebells galore 😍

You can enjoy bluebells in woods all across the country as spring spreads north.

Want to see a real bluebell extravaganza? Check out our guide to the best spots to see them across the country. 😊
https://www.cpre.org.uk/discover/bluebell-heaven-is-a-place-on-earth/

'I'm now the only one roughly my age left in the village'

Young people in rural areas without good public transport are being 'written off' say @CBTransport.

We agree - that's why we need a reliable bus service for every community. RT if you agree. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lincolnshire-56773444

Rewilding isn't a luxury. It's essential to protect the world's living systems.
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/apr/15/just-3-of-worlds-ecosystems-remain-intact-study-suggests

'I hope that this is the moment when we give people a real option not to have to use a car, by making space for them to walk and cycle safely.'

We talk to @Chris_Boardman about why the benefits of cycling are impossible to ignore. https://www.cpre.org.uk/opinions/chris-boardman-on-his-campaign-for-safer-cycling-and-walking/