This new charter for the countryside describes the England CPRE wants to see in 2026, our centenary year. The Vision, produced after wide consultation, pictures a countryside in 2026 that is used and valued by all as a national asset, helping create a healthier, less stressed nation where people are in tune with the environment and aware of their impact on it.

CPRE Chief Executive, Shaun Spiers, explains how the organisation's traditional values and historic achievements have shaped our 2026 Vision. This essay argues that promoting a positive future for rural England will help change public attitudes and create a demand for policies which protect and enhance the countryside.

13 case studies show how CPRE's aims for the countryside of 2026 could be achieved if we adopt these pioneering schemes as 'the norm', and take inspiration from individuals making a stand now.

This booklet looks to the future and sets out some of the challenges facing our countryside. At the same time, it is inspired by the consensus in support of National Parks, Green Belts and the land use planning system that CPRE has helped to forge over the past eighty years.

This booklet contains the speech given by the Rt Hon David Cameron MP to CPRE’s 2008 Annual Lecture and explores the relationship between social value – the theme of his speech – and CPRE’s traditional focus on landscape.

CPRE membership entitles you to discounted entry to over 200 of England's most splendid houses and gardens, either for half-price or two visitors for the price of one. Enjoy a day out at some of the finest castles, arboretums, museums, stately homes and gardens you can find in England's countryside and towns.

CPRE are grateful to NFU Mutual for generously sponsoring the Discover your countryside 2013 members' guide.

Articles in this issue of Fieldwork: influencing the future of planning, how to collaborate to succeed, the impact of light pollution, successful campaign saves ancient wood, getting freight on canals: one branch's story.

This edition includes campaigning tips on helping your high street; stepping in to care for footpaths; making your own food web map; tree preservation and building on the interest in planning.  

Articles in this issue of Fieldwork: the vital role of hedgerows, how to gain town green status, inspiring project improves access, taking local campaigns online, turning litter into a resource.