Local Nature Recovery Strategy for Communities
Monday 7 December 2026 Aylsham Town Hall 10:00am – 12:30pm
The Local Nature Recovery Strategy for communities event is part of a programme of events delivered by Community Naturescapes Norfolk in partnership with Norfolk Wildlife Trust. Led by Norfolk County Council and funded by WWF-UK, Community Naturescapes Norfolk aims to support communities to connect with nature and with local nature recovery through events, activities, and workshops. All events are free.
Join us to learn more about what the Local Nature Recovery Strategy means for you and your community.
A morning exploring the role of communities in nature recovery, including
· a presentation on how local action contributes to wider nature recovery outcomes
· a case study from a community-led project
· a panel discussion exploring nature recovery and the Local Nature Recovery Strategy, with a chance to ask your questions
· an opportunity for a guided walk after the formal event has closed, led by Aylsham Climate Emergency (ACE)
Attendees will also have the opportunity to network and browse information stalls covering community resources, funding opportunities, habitat mapping, monitoring, and data collection tools that support nature recovery projects.
The Network Event Programme is delivered by Community Naturescapes Norfolk in partnership with Norfolk Wildlife Trust. Led by Norfolk County Council and funded by WWF-UK, Community Naturescapes Norfolk aims to support communities to connect with nature and with local nature recovery through events, activities, and workshops.
- Booking is essential. To book your place click here – this will take you to the Norfolk County Council booking form
- Events include refreshments in the form of cold or hot drinks with cake
- Further information will be sent to you the week before the event
If you have any questions about these events please email: naturalnorfolk@norfolk.gov.uk
Event Programme
| 10:00am | Arrivals and registration |
| 10:10am | Welcome and introduction |
| 10:15am | Presentations
Communities and the Local Nature Recovery Strategy Jen Burlingham, Norfolk and Suffolk Nature Recovery Partnership Manager Case study: Felbeck Trust and the Upper Bure & Glaven Conservation Triangle Trevor Williams and Valerie Stubbs |
| 10:55am | Comfort Break |
| 11:10am | Q&A Panel
Chaired by naturalist and conservationist Nick Acheson Panel members: – Jen Burlingham, Norfolk and Suffolk Nature Recovery Partnership Manager – Trevor Williams, Felbeck Trust and the Upper Bure & Glaven Conservation Triangle – Valerie Stubbs, Felbeck Trust and the Upper Bure & Glaven Conservation Triangle – Gemma Walker, Wilder Communities Manager, Norfolk Wildlife Trust – Becky Carter / Abi Wicks, Thriving Communities Fund |
| 11:40am | LNRS Marketplace
Network and browse information stalls covering community resources, funding opportunities, mapping, monitoring, and data collection tools that support nature recovery projects. |
| 12:30pm | OPTIONAL
Guided walking tour of Aylsham Climate Community projects Dr Yvonne Stewart, Aylsham Climate Community |
To book
Community Naturescapes Norfolk Network Event Programme | Norfolk Wildlife Trust
