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Surrey’s Important Grasslands Inventory lists rare sites needing protection
The distribution of Surrey’s most delicate and biodiverse grassland habitats – species-rich meadows and pastures once used for grazing but now havens for wildflowers and wildlife, including Small Blue butterflies, Skylarks and colourful waxcap fungi – is now better understood and will hopefully be further protected thanks to SWT staff, partners and volunteers who have completed a full…
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Annual Review 2025
In 2025, the Surrey Nature Partnership celebrated a successful year focused on community engagement and biodiversity initiatives. Key highlights included the “Love Dogs Love Nature” project, well-attended conferences, and public consultations for the Local Nature Recovery Strategy. The partnership is recruiting new board members and continuing efforts in biodiversity and nature recovery
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Surrey Nature Partnership Joins Parliamentary Event for LNPs
3rd December 2025 Surrey Nature Partnership was proud to attend a special event at the Houses of Parliament, hosted by the Local Nature Recovery APPG, chaired by Pippa Heylings MP and organised by secretariat Matt Whitney from Oxfordshire Local Nature Partnership. The event brought together over 20 MPs across four main parties, five Peers, and…
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Surrey Biodiversity & Planning Conference 2026
Surrey Nature Partnership is hosting its 7th Annual Biodiversity & Planning Conference at the WWF Living Planet Centre in Woking on 17 March 2026. Expect inspiring keynote speakers, practical workshops, and the latest insights on planning and biodiversity. Early bird tickets are available until 31 December 2025. Find out more and book your place.
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Natural England Strategy
The launch of the Natural England Strategy titled “Recovering Nature for Growth, Health, and Security” took place on November 6, 2025, with over 1,000 attendees. The strategy aims to create a nature-positive future through various initiatives including nature recovery, health improvement, and securing food and climate, encouraging partnerships for collaborative efforts.
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New Nature Grants Scheme for Surrey Community Projects
Surrey County Council’s Greener Futures team has launched a small grant scheme for community groups and parishes working on nature recovery in their local area. For more information on the purpose of the grant, eligibility criteria, and how to apply, visit the Together for Surrey nature grants webpage where you will find the application form and guidance…
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Join Surrey Nature Partnership: Board Member Opportunities
The Surrey Nature Partnership seeks up to four new Board Members to enhance the future of nature in Surrey. Ideal candidates should have expertise in youth representation, water management, land ownership, business, health, finance, campaigning, or communications. Applications close on December 31, 2025, for a voluntary role.
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Community Driven Nature Recovery – Free Events
Surrey Local Nature Recovery Strategy – Get Involved! The Surrey Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) is now open for public consultation from 31st July to 25th September 2025. As we shift focus from planning to delivery, we want Surrey land managers, landowners, and communities at the heart of this movement. We have two key FREE…
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Surrey County Council invites residents to help shape nature’s future
Press Release from Surrey County Council – Original Posted 4/8/2025 Press Release Surrey County Council has launched a public consultation on its draft Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS), a new plan to protect and restore nature across the county.From ancient woodlands and chalk grasslands to the historic parklands and the Surrey Hills, our county is…
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Biodiversity Field Day
🌿 Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Biodiversity Field Day at Chobham Common – NNR, SSSi, SPA, SAC. 3rd July 2025 Our huge thanks to James Herd from Surrey Wildlife Trust for leading such an informative and inspiring walk — what a wonderful way to spend a morning. More Info about our Biodiversity…
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🌿 Introducing the Surrey Nature Partnership Quarterly Newsletter!
We’re delighted to launch the Surrey Nature Partnership (SyNP) Quarterly Newsletter — your seasonal round-up of the latest updates, achievements, and opportunities to get involved in nature recovery across Surrey. 👉 Read our first issue here: Newsletter Launch Edition📬 Sign up to receive future issues: Subscribe to the Newsletter 🌟 In This Issue: Whether you’re a policymaker, land manager,…
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Update to the Guidance for the Selection of Sites of Nature Conservation (SNCI’s)
We’re pleased to announce a significant review and update to the Guidance for the Selection of Sites of Nature Conservation Importance (SNCIs), reflecting our ongoing commitment to protecting and enhancing Surrey’s most valued local wildlife and geological sites. These updates ensure that our selection process remains robust, evidence-based, and aligned with the latest ecological standards and…
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Surrey Old Grasslands Inventory Launch
Old Grasslands Inventory points the way to protection for some of Surrey’s rarest habitats Some of Surrey’s most delicate and biodiverse habitats – ancient grasslands once used for grazing but now havens for wildflowers and wildlife including Small Blue butterflies and Skylarks – are set to be better understood and hopefully now protected thanks to…
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Surrey Parks and Countryside Forum July 2025
Meeting Highlights The Surrey Parks and Countryside Forum convened online on 1st July 2025, bringing together parks and countryside managers from across the county to share updates, discuss strategic projects, and strengthen collaboration on nature conservation. Here are the key takeaways from the session: 🐝 Buglife’s Chalk Grassland Restoration Project Laura Larkin from Buglife introduced…
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Tice’s Meadow Community Day 2025
Sharing on behalf of Surrey County Council Poster Download – Pdf Tice’s Meadow visitor information – Surrey County Council Come along to a free Community Day at Tice’s Meadow on Saturday 19 July from 10am to 4pm. Explore this beautiful wildlife area, meet our volunteers and wildlife experts and take part in a whole host…
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Surrey Hills Management Plan 2025-2030 Consultation
Surrey Nature Partnership Response – June 2025 Surrey Nature Partnership are pleased to share the consultation response submitted to Surrey Hills National Landscape. Read the response here Surrey Hills Management Plan 2025-2030 The consultation closed on 6th June 2025. More Information on the consultation can be found here: Surrey Hills Management Plan 2025-2030 – Surrey…
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Be Nature: How to grow a relationship with nature
Surrey Nature Partnership were delighted to be invited to the launch event for “Be Nature!” A new guide on how to grow a relationship with the Natural World. For the original article visit the Surrey Wildlife Trust (SWT) Website: Life on a mouldy rock, and how to make it better for all beings | Surrey…
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Biodiversity Working Group
🌿May 2025 Meeting Highlights 🌿 Last week’s in-person meeting brought together a passionate and knowledgeable group of partners committed to nature recovery across Surrey. Here are some of the key themes we explored: 🔄 Local Government ReorganisationWe discussed the upcoming shift to unitary authorities and what it means for biodiversity partnerships, delivery structures, and strategic influence. The…
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Have your say on your experience of Surrey’s Countryside
Surrey Nature Partnership would like to share the below information on behalf of Surrey County Council. There is an online survey open until Friday 30th May 2025 and in person events being held on 30th January and 1st February 2025. Update 13/05/2025 Final opportunity to take part in our Countryside Visitor Survey Residents and visitors…
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Love your Pet, Love Wildlife
We are excited to share the inspiring work of Habitats & Heritage. Their latest blog post, “Love Your Pet, Love the Dawn Chorus,” delves into the magical world of early morning bird songs and how they can bring joy to both you and your pets. Discover how you can support local wildlife and enjoy the…
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Love Dogs, Love Nature in the Surrey Hills
Photo Credit: National Trust Surrey Nature Partnership are proud to be a key supporter of this initiative being overseen by Surrey Hills National Landscape. Nature’s recovery is taking priority in the Surrey Hills National Landscape through a new project, Love Dogs, Love Nature, which empowers responsible dog ownership to enjoy our outstanding countryside whilst safeguarding farming…
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Board Meeting Summary April 2025
On April 11, 2025, the Surrey Nature Partnership (SyNP) Board met online. Chair Richard Murphy extended a warm welcome to all attendees, expressed his gratitude to Lisa Creaye-Griffin, the board members, and Sophie Holt for their exceptional efforts in making the recent conference a resounding success. Richard also thanked everyone for their valuable suggestions for…
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Land Use Consultation
Surrey Nature Partnership Response – April 2025 Surrey Nature Partnership are pleased to share the consultation response submitted to DEFRA for the Land Use Consultation. Read the response here Land Use Consultation The consultation closed on 25th April 2025. More Information on the consultation can be found here: Land Use Consultation – Defra Links to…
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Watch online: Biodiversity & Planning Conference 2025
Surrey Nature Partnership’s 6th annual Biodiversity & Planning Conference. “Policy to Practice: Delivering Nature Recovery” Our Biodiversity & Planning Conference 2025 was a resounding success. The feedback we’ve had speaks volumes! We are pleased to be able to offer you the opportunity to watch the conference online Conveniently broken down into 12 short videos –…
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Farming in the Surrey Hills
Feeding the Future and Nurturing Nature Reposted on behalf of Surrey Hills National Landscape. Thanks to the support of the DEFRA Farming in Protected Landscapes (FIPL) programme, farmers and land managers in the Surrey Hills National Landscape have been able to create a legacy that goes beyond food production. This week, DEFRA announced their continued…
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