Local countryside charity, CPRE Hampshire, is set to host its second ‘Countryside Day’ on Sunday, 31st August 2025.
CPRE Hampshire is inviting people to join them to celebrate the beauty of the Hampshire countryside with a new awareness day that highlights the importance of a thriving countryside, for both people and planet.
The leading conservation charity also hopes to raise awareness of the importance of the local countryside on your doorstep and strengthen the connection people have with the Hampshire countryside.
On Sunday, 31st August, CPRE Hampshire is hosting an event at Daisy Meadow Farm in Botley, SO30 2AA.
Activities include.
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Foraging walk, led by Jen Williams, to learn about nature’s late summer bounty in Hampshire’s beautiful countryside.
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Willow weaving workshops, led by Jacquie from Willow and Crafts, so that people can make their own swift or swallow.
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Meadow management talk, scything demo and wildflower ID session from Winchester based ecologist Rachel Remnant.
The event will provide participants with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty of Hampshire’s countryside, learn about the importance of local ecosystems, and discover ways to actively contribute to the preservation of the countryside on their doorstep.
Alison Talbot, Operations Manager at CPRE Hampshire, said: ‘Hampshire is the only county in England with two National Parks as well as three National Landscapes, and that’s something we really want to celebrate. Thanks to generous donations and support, we’re incredibly proud of the work our volunteers, partner organisations, trustees and staff do to protect these unique landscapes, so that they can be enjoyed by everyone. This awareness day is an opportunity for everyone to come together and celebrate everything that makes the Hampshire countryside special.”
In particular, the charity hopes people will be inspired to enter the Hampshire Countryside Awards, with new award categories designed to reflect the evolving needs of the Hampshire countryside
This year, there are four categories of awards
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Best Housing Solution Award – for sustainable, affordable, community-focused developments
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Green and Blue Spaces Award – recognising projects that protect and enhance natural habitats
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Countryside Changemaker Award – shining a spotlight on individuals who make a real difference to the countryside, including a special focus on under-25s
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Best Access to the Countryside Award – for initiatives improving access to countryside spaces for all.
To enter, fill in the online form on the website by 30th September 2025.
https://www.cprehampshire.org.uk/countryside-awards-2025/
For more information about the Countryside Day and Hampshire Countryside Award, visit Homepage – CPRE Hampshire
Booking is essential for the Countryside Day. Cost is £5 for adults, children under 18 go free. Book here
https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/CPREHampshiresCountrysideDay2025
