About the event

Traditionally, nature conservation has focused on the protection of specific sites, such as nature reserves, where wildlife is abundant and habitats are nearly pristine. These places are important wildlife ‘reservoirs’, where plants and animals thrive, and disturbance is kept to a minimum. But, if we really want our nature to recover and our ecosystems to provide what we need for survival, we need to look beyond the boundaries of these ‘islands’ of biodiversity. Managing, conserving, and enhancing the land in between these sites in a wildlife-friendly and sustainable manner is crucial if we are to tackle issues like climate change, food security and biodiversity loss.

Nick Marriner works to protect and enhance the Chilterns National Landscape, he works closely with stakeholders, farmers and landowners aiming to reconnect islands of biodiversity and expand habitats across the whole landscape. From town parks to riverside meadows, arable farmland to roadside verges, providing places for recreation, improving mental well-being, offering economic opportunities, and providing natural resources.

Please join Nick to learn more about the work of the Chilterns National Landscape and specifically farm conservation.