The Bittern Countryside Community Interest Company was formally incorporated on 6th September 2007 as a social enterprise. The Company's principal objective is to assist the AONB in its work  with conservation and enhancement of the natural beauty of Arnside and Silverdale.

In common with all CICs there is an asset lock from the Company to a charity or not-for-profit group which restricts the ability of directors and shareholders to personally benefit from company assets. In the case of the Bittern Countryside CIC this asset lock body is the ASAONB Landscape Trust. Being an asset lock body does not compromise the Trust's charitable status or place any liabilities on the Trust for the company actions /activities. It does however help to ensure that any profits made benefit the AONB and its communities.

• Support all the activities of the AONB Unit in delivering the AONB Management Plan
• Support the conservation work of AONB partner organisations working in the area
• Encourage, promote, organise and deliver sustainable development opportunities in and around the AONB
• Promote sustainable habitat management, habitat creation and conservation
• Raise awareness of the special qualities of the AONB and encourage "green" community participation in the AONB
• Co-operate with other social enterprises, agencies, local authoriities and local businesses to develop the local economy sustainably

Full details of the CIC’s work can be seen in the business plan (click here to download)

Bittern Countryside Community Interest Company
Registered in England - Company No: 6363720
Registered Office:- The Old Station Building, Arnside, LA5 0HG