Local residents are being encouraged to participate in a consultation for a new Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty [AONB] in the Yorkshire Wolds.
The plans, by Natural England, would provide national recognition for the Yorkshire Wolds, a large part of which lies in East Yorkshire.
Designating this precious landscape as an AONB could bring many benefits including conserving and enhancing the area’s natural beauty and cultural heritage, as well as the magnificent views and tranquillity of the area.
It could give improved access to nature for the benefit of people’s health and wellbeing, whilst safeguarding an important landscape for future generations. AONBs can also boost economic growth and sustainable local tourism.
The consultation opened on Tuesday 8th October 2024, and will remain open for 12 weeks, for interested parties to comment on the proposal.
There will be a number of drop-in events and webinars to show the proposals and explain how people can have their say.
Details of these events, along with copies of the consultation documents, information about the designation process and about AONBs, are are available to view and download on the consultation website https://consult.defra.gov.uk/ne-landscape-heritage-and-geodiversity-team/yorkshire-wolds-designation/.
People will also have the chance to view the documents at the drop in events and in a small number of local libraries and local authority offices. Details of this are available on the website.
Paper copies of the consultation pack can be requested by emailing the Natural England designation team on YorksWoldsDesignationProject@naturalengland.org.uk or telephoning 0300 060 3900.
Cllr Anne Handley East Riding of Yorkshire Council Leader, said:
“I’m delighted that the Yorkshire Wolds, a large part of which is situated in East Riding, are being considered for national level designation. We are very lucky to have a range of fabulous natural assets from the Wolds to the coast, which attracts millions of visitors each year. It is fantastic to see the area, with its outstanding natural beauty, considered for such a significant status."
Paul Duncan, Deputy Director for Natural England, said:
“The Yorkshire Wolds is a truly special area, and it is important that everyone, including people who live in and around the community, has their say in this national designation project.
“We’re inviting anyone interested in this fantastic landscape to take the time to examine the proposals and provide their views and comments about the natural beauty of the Wolds, its condition, natural and cultural heritage, and scenic qualities. You can also comment on the desirability of the designation and the proposed boundary. Evidence that you provide could be vital in helping us refine our proposals.”
Shaun Berry Head of Environment & Sustainability of North Yorkshire County Council said:
“We know how important North Yorkshire’s beautiful natural landscape is, to the people who live and work in and around it, those who visit from across the UK and the world and the businesses that serve those visitors. We already see these benefits in the county’s two National Parks and other areas of outstanding natural beauty in Nidderdale, the Howardian Hills and the Forest of Bowland, so I urge local people to have their say about this opportunity.”
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