CPRE Lincolnshire

20 facts about trees you might not know! 🌳 From absorbing carbon to providing homes to wildlife, trees are a crucial part of our ecosystem. But do you know the world's rarest tree, or which species has rainbow-coloured bark? Find out more 👇 cpre.org.uk/discover/facts-a…

We could easily take the hedges that trail across our countryside for granted. But these innocuous-looking, familiar features of the landscape are secret superheroes. 💪 Here’s how to recognise them and see the beauty they offer in spring... 🌳 cpre.org.uk/discover/hedgero…

Did you know that today is #EarthDay? This year's theme is 'invest in our planet' 🌍 Here at CPRE we stand for a countryside that enriches all of our lives, regenerating our wellbeing, and that we in turn regenerate, protect and celebrate.💚 Are you in? cpre.org.uk/about-us/who-we-…

It's #EarthDay on Saturday! 🌍 In anticipation, we're harking back to the theme from 2021 - Restore Our Earth - with an article from nature writer Kate Blincoe. Kate shares inspiring stories of restored and revitalised beauty spots 👇 cpre.org.uk/discover/bringin…

It's International Dark Skies Week! 🌃 CPRE has championed dark skies for many years, working to restore and protect truly dark night skies – not just for us, but for wildlife that so depend on it ⭐ Find out more 👇 idsw.darksky.org/ #DiscovertheNight #IDSW2023

Being a member of CPRE is a great way to support a thriving countryside for everyone. 💚 We put your money to good use, collaborating with communities and holding government to account for positive change and a sustainable countryside. Find out more! 👇 lincolnshire.cpre.org.uk/get…

Our #HedgerowHeroes success story in the East Midlands this year... 👉 2,000+ metres planted 👉 8,495 trees planted 👉 11 sites, four counties 👉 40 sessions We're supporting @CPRE's vision to expand the hedgerow network by 40% by 2050, creating change in local green spaces 🌱

Spending time outdoors keeps us free-spirited and inquisitive! 🍃 If you're seeking inspiration to get outside over the weekend, you might like Olympian Helen Glover's reflections on being a wilding, and how chaotic outdoor trips can also be the best... cpre.org.uk/stories/helen-gl…

We did it! 🙌 We're so excited to share that our #HedgerowHeroes mission this year in the East Midlands has been a success! 🎉 In Lincolnshire we've planted 1,600 trees, laid 550m of hedge and welcomed 55 volunteers at 2 sessions. Here's to more hedgerows! 👏 #cpre

From returning swallows to beautiful bluebells, from wild garlic to the dawn chorus, there's lots to see in green spaces this month! 🌼 As the countryside comes to life with the sights, sounds and smells of spring, here's what to look out for 👇 cpre.org.uk/discover/a-count…

#GBSpringClean is underway! Until 2nd April you can pledge to pick up a bag of litter – or more - to clean up places and spaces we love. 💚 This year the focus is on local environments - could you be a #LitterHero in Lincolnshire? Find out more 👇 keepbritaintidy.org/get-invo…

Have you spotted any blossom yet this season? 🌸 From March to May, the countryside is filled with blackthorn and wild cherry, crab apple and hawthorn. 🍃 Not sure what to look out for? Check out these six blossoms to spot through spring 👇 cpre.org.uk/discover/six-blo…

Do you know the regeneration success story of The National Forest? It's now a rich wildlife habitat, but that wasn't always the case... Join us tomorrow for a free online talk on how the forest came to be, and how it has evolved. 🌲 Grab your spot! 👇 eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-introd…

Did you know that tonight is #EarthHour? Switch off and give an hour for earth, spending 60 minutes doing something - anything - positive for our planet. 🌍 ⏰8.30pm to 9.30pm Will you take part? earthhour.org/ #biggesthourforearth

"Ah, you thought love human till you lost yourself in the forest, but it is more strange." It's #InternationalDayofForests AND #WorldPoetryDay! 🌲 To celebrate, here's a poem about forests from @ForestryEngland by renowned poet Carol Ann Duffy 👇 forestryengland.uk/100/carol…

Today is the Spring Equinox! A point of balance, when day and night are equal in length, the equinox is a reminder of seasonal change and emerging growth in nature. 🌱 Fragments of winter are falling away as we embrace the new season. 🍃 How might you mark the moment?

Today is #GlobalRecyclingDay! Organisers remind us: "we must think again about what we throw away – seeing not waste, but opportunity." Find out more and see how you can get involved 👇 globalrecyclingday.com/about…

"A countryside for all means that where good access can be provided, it is; and where it can’t, everything possible is done to avoid restricting people unnecessarily." 💚♿ We support Peter Lau's mission for a more inclusive countryside. Read more 👇 cpre.org.uk/stories/access-a…

Big changes are happening in nature this month! 🌸 Blossoms replace berries, chiffchaffs return to the UK, hares square up in fields, and road verges burst with colour from crocuses and daffodils. Nature writer Alexandra Pearce-Broomhead tells us more 👇 cpre.org.uk/discover/coming-…

Leaving a gift in your will is a great way to let your love for the countryside live on into the future. 💚 March is #FreeWillsMonth and at CPRE we’re offering you the chance to write your will for free with our trusted partner @Farewill Find out more 👇 cpre.org.uk/get-involved/don…