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| Foreword |
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Natural England's vision is to sustain and improve the wildlife and natural features of England for everyone. We have examined the local distinctiveness of each part of England and identified its characteristic wildlife and natural features. From this information we have defined a comprehensive series of
Natural Areas, each with nature conservation objectives. The achievement of these objectives is a key part of our strategy Beyond 2000.
Wildlife is not restricted to designated and protected sites such as nature reserves or SSSIs. It occurs throughout the countryside, coast and built-up areas of England. No part of the country is without some wildlife interest. Natural Area boundaries are based on the distribution of wildlife and natural features, and on
the land use pattern and human history of each area. They therefore offer a more effective framework for the planning and achievement of nature conservation objectives than do administrative boundaries. They are not designations.
Natural Areas provide a way for all local interests to determine priorities for nature conservation based on areas with ecological and landscape integrity, and to set objectives which reflect these priorities. Together, Natural Areas provide a powerful vision for nature conservation right across England.
We have provided profiles for each of our 120 Natural Areas, which describe the wildlife and natural features of each area, and what makes them distinctive. Each Natural Area profile is different, and portrays the local distinctiveness of the area. The profiles have been written after a wide range of local consultation,
both on the boundaries of the Natural Areas themselves and on these profiles. Paper copies of these profiles (including maps) are available from the Local Team noted on each Natural Area page.
We hope you will find this information useful, and look forward to working with you to maintain and enhance the wildlife and natural features of England. |
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