Category Archives: Open Spaces Society

A crumb from the £2.4-billion table

Posted on 27/01/2023 by campaignerkate

The environment secretary continues to ignore the need for public access to be funded through the environmental land management scheme, despite ministerial promises. Continue reading →

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A tribute to joyous Julie

Posted on 27/12/2022 by campaignerkate

Julie Boston, who died last October aged 88, was an indefatigable campaigner on many issues, and she inspired others to join her. Continue reading →

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ELMS: access now ‘a matter of detail’

Posted on 07/12/2022 by campaignerkate

When Barry Gardiner MP questioned environment secretary Thérèse Coffey on access in ELMS he got some shabby replies. Continue reading →

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On the watershed

Posted on 30/11/2022 by campaignerkate

I walked with my friends Rob and Sheila Talbot from Winchcombe to Whittington in the Cotswolds AONB, exploring part of the forthcoming Coln Trail. Continue reading →

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Jack Burling, path defender

Posted on 27/11/2022 by campaignerkate

My friend Jack Burling, a staunch defender of public paths, died in March aged 86. Continue reading →

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The rescue of Denham village green

Posted on 04/11/2022 by campaignerkate

It is 70 years since the Rev Herbert Ward saved Denham village green for the enjoyment of the public, and 40 years since it was registered as a charitable trust to protect it for ever. Continue reading →

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Butterfly betterment

Posted on 26/10/2022 by campaignerkate

The Dartmoor Preservation Association conservation volunteers had a productive workday at Common Wood, improving the habitat for butterflies. Continue reading →

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Getting outside with Dadima

Posted on 30/09/2022 by campaignerkate

I joined Dadima’s walk at Ashridge in the Chilterns and, as always, learnt much in great company. Continue reading →

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Carpe diem

Posted on 19/09/2022 by campaignerkate

I was interviewed by the Clapham Film Unit, high on the Chilterns, when everything was peaceful and quiet. Continue reading →

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Walk for a minister

Posted on 31/07/2022 by campaignerkate

We devised a walk to demonstrate to the environment minister, Richard Benyon, how agricultural payments can fund more and better access. Continue reading →

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