CPRE - Campaign to Protect Rural England

Like Calor, CPRE are champions of the English countryside. The registered charity was founded in 1926 and has committed itself to protecting rural England and encouraging sustainability throughout the land.

CPRE has more than 60,000 members with a branch in every county in England. Over 2000 Parish Councils and 800 Amenity Societies also belong to the organisation - making it a powerful force at both local and national level. The charity works closely with fellow campaigners, government, businesses and individuals - seeking partnership with those of like-mind and challenging those who threaten the countryside.

View/download CPRE reports:

Click on the links below to view CPRE articles and reports. Copies of the full reports can be bought from the CPRE web site.

• Village Vitality - Valerie Elliott, Countryside Editor of The Times , asks what the future holds for England's villages in the twenty-first century and explains what CPRE members can do to help.

• Food Webs - This report is based upon a unique study carried out over an eight-year period in East Suffolk. It reveals the many benefits that local food networks offer to society. Crucially, it identifies the vital need for planning and retail policies to support and develop local food economies in England.

• Living Landscapes - Our beautiful and diverse countryside matters to us all. It lifts our spirits and boosts our economy. But how much time does it take to maintain and manage it, who does this work and how much does it cost?

For more information on the organisation visit www.cpre.org.uk