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        This extraordinary place is famous for its amazing wildlife, stunning scenery, and superb walks. From the simple beauty of the Lady’s-slipper Orchid to the shining sands of Morecambe Bay, the area is simply awe-inspiring – full of natural spectacles and a surprise around every corner.

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        We work in partnership and aim to achieve an outstanding landscape, rich in wildlife and cultural heritage; a thriving, sustainable economy and vibrant communities; and a strong connection between people and the landscape

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        Learn more about the landscape and heritage through walks, talks and other events. Volunteer to help at events, to carry out surveys or practical conservation tasks. Become a champion for the AONB by raising awareness in your own community and by supporting local projects.

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        Whether you live in the AONB or are planning a visit, read on to find out what has been happening. Why not also sign up to receive our e-newsletter to ensure you are kept up to date with future events?

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        The AONB Partnership is the body that exists to conserve and enhance the AONB and is made up of local authorities, interest groups, national agencies and local communities, working together. The AONB Team is employed on behalf of the AONB Partnership to develop and support the implementation of the statutory AONB Management Plan.

         

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Stunning limestone pavements, ancient woodlands, intimate orchards and meadows and an impressive coastline make Arnside & Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty one of England's finest landscapes. The work of the AONB Partnership aims to conserve and enhance this extraordinary place now and for the future.

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    The Executive Committee

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    Each organisation involved in the Partnership appoints a representative to sit on the Executive Committee which meets twice a year and is responsible for overseeing and directing the work of the staff team.

    Current members  
    Fiona Allan The Landscape Trust
    Maggie Robinson Natural England
    Andrew Frankish Environment Agency
    Andrew Tait CPRE (Friends of the Lake District)
    Cllr Phillippa Williamson Lancashire County Council
    Cllr June Greenwell Lancaster City Council
    Cllr Helen Chaffey South Lakeland District Council
    Cllr Pete McSweeney (Vice-chair) Cumbria County Council
    Sam Stalker National Trust
    Joan Jackson NFU
    Jarrod Sneyd RSPB
    David Harpley Wildlife Trusts
    Sue Harrison CLA
    Cllr Jim Ferguson Silverdale Parish Council
    Cllr Brian Meakin (Chairman) Beetham Parish Council
    Cllr Kevin Briggs Warton Parish Council
    Cllr Iain Harbison Yealand Redmayne Parish Council
    Cllr Jane Panton Yealand Conyers Parish Council
    Cllr Keith Halford Arnside Parish Council
    Julian Oston Farming/landowning rep (Dallam Tower Estate)
    Ann Kitchen (Vice-chair) Business/Tourism rep (Bittern Countryside CIC)
    Craig Russell Business/Tourism rep (Beetham Holiday Homes)
    Brian Jones Local User Group (Ramblers)
    Ailsa Gibson Local User Group (N Lancs Bridleways Society)

    Latest agendas, meeting papers and minutes

    11 November 2020 Agenda & papers    Unconfirmed minutes

    18 March 2020 (cancelled due to Covid restrictions)  Agenda & papers

    16 October 2019   Agenda & papers Budget Report Minutes

    20 March 2019     Agenda & papers  Minutes

    17 October 2018   Agenda & papers  Minutes

    21 March 2018      Agenda & papers  Minutes

    The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday 17th March 2021

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