The AONB Team works to conserve our landscape for future generations 

We are aiming for a valued, distinctive and living landscape, rich in wildlife and cultural heritage, supported by a vibrant rural economy and strong diverse local communities.

The AONB Team is employed to deliver and support delivery of the AONB Management Plan in partnerships with other organisations.

The AONB Team:

• Takes action to conserve and enhance the landscape
• Provides strategic direction and advice about management of the area
• Secures funding and resources
• Supports communities to enhance, celebrate or interpret the AONB
• Influences planning decisions
• Develops education resources and runs events
• Facilitates research about the area
• Runs an active volunteer programme
• Provides information to promote understanding and enjoyment of the area
• Works in partnership with others to achieve success

The AONB Executive Committee oversees and makes decisions about the work of the Team and is made up of representatives from local authorities, national agencies, local communities and voluntary sector organisations.

Core funding for the AONB Team comes from Defra, Lancaster City Council, South Lakeland District Council, Lancashire County Council and Cumbria County Council. Lancaster City Council acts as the host authority.