Natural England

Don't be the cause of a wildfire! ⚠️ There is an extreme risk of wildfires starting and spreading. If you are visiting the countryside, please follow this advice to reduce the risk of harm to people and nature. Please share this message to keep people and wildlife safe.

Seven areas of England have moved into drought due to prolonged dry weather and exceptionally high temperatures. This is the second consecutive summer of drought, with widespread impacts on agriculture, nature and public water supplies. Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…

The Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area is the first accredited 'Nature Town' as part of our Nature Towns and Cities programme.🌳 Our CEO @MarianSpain recently visited to celebrate how the local community and partners have come together for nature. naturalengland.blog.gov.uk/2026/07/23/whe…

Angela Eagle has been appointed as Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs @defragovuk.

Getting the grazing right on Dartmoor is important for its recovery - and ponies play a vital role in this. We'll work with Dartmoor Land Use Management Group, farmers and partners, to push forward the new government measures announced today: gov.uk/government/new…

Last month, the RSPB announced that Sherwood Forest’s iconic Major Oak had died. But its legend will live on. Not only in the stories of Robin Hood, but by creating vital habitat for a range of specialised and rare species as the trunk decays.

An important step forward for nature recovery in England. This provides a clear route to accelerating progress towards protecting and restoring the natural systems that sustain our society and economy. Together, we can build a resilient and nature-rich future

EXCEPTIONAL WILDFIRE RISK ACROSS ENGLAND.⚠️ The red warning has been extended until 15 July. Help keep people, wildlife and nature safe: 🔥 Swap the BBQ for a picnic 🎒 Take rubbish home 📞 Report unattended fires by calling 999 #Wildfire

Wildfire risk is high this weekend. ⚠️ If you're visiting the countryside, please follow this advice: 🔥 Pack a picnic, instead of a BBQ 🎒 Take your rubbish home - glass starts fires, rubbish fuels a fire 📞 If you see a fire unattended, get to a safe place and call 999.

364 threatened species. 130 projects. 🦅 Now benefitting from £60 million funding through our #SpeciesRecoveryProgramme - the largest ever government investment in recovering England's wildlife. Read more about the species and projectst: gov.uk/government/new… #WildAgain

Water is precious. We're using it faster than nature can replace it, and to protect it we must use less. #LetsSaveWater is a campaign that helps people understand how to use water more efficiently, and make water-saving part of everyday life: ofwat.gov.uk/regulated-comp…

Explore the coast this summer! Join a free @RamblersGB group walk on the #KingCharlesIIIEnglandCoastPath – a new 2,700-mile trail opening up England’s stunning coastline for everyone. 👣Find your nearest walk here: ramblers.org.uk/go-walking-hub… 📷 Image credit: @RamblersGB

Profitable farming and a healthy natural environment go hand in hand. Today's publication of @DefraGovUK 's Farming Roadmap sets a clear direction to deliver both - through better soils, water, nature and more resilient farm businesses.

With red and amber heat alerts issued in England for Wednesday and Thursday, the risk of wildfire is higher. Keep yourself, places, and wildlife safe by: 🚫 Not lighting fires 🌭Only having BBQs where signs permit 📲Calling 999 if you see an unattended fire

Unlocking the geography of health and deprivation.🗺️ Two new tools: The Index of Multiple Environmental Deprivation (IMED) and Environmental Equity Index (EEI) bring together climate, health and socio-economic data to target action where needed most. naturalengland.blog.gov.uk/2026/06/22/unl…

We work closely with the Dartmoor community and will continue to do so to find a way forward that protects livelihoods and the special character of Dartmoor, including its ponies. Find out more here: naturalengland.blog.gov.uk/2026/06/09/dar… (3 of 3)

Dartmoor's unique habitats are in a poor state and grazing by ponies is vital for their recovery. Our role is to advise farmers who wish to enter the publicly funded schemes available for grazing regimes. (2 of 3)

Dartmoor ponies are part of the cultural landscape of Dartmoor and play a vital role in the health of its moorland habitats. The claim that Natural England is advocating a cull is simply untrue. (1 of 3)

🌿 Natural England is at #NHSConfedExpo joining a breakfast Health & Nature Walk with @CyanLines, exploring how the NHS can embed nature in plans & places. CyanLines connects 100+ miles of green & blue space, bringing nature into everyday urban life. #CyanLines #NHS #CityOfTrees

False claims are circulating about Natural England's role on Dartmoor ponies. Dartmoor ponies are part of the cultural and ecological identity of Dartmoor. We have not recommended a cull. Read our blog for our role and position: naturalengland.blog.gov.uk/2026/06/09/dar…