The Management Plan for the Chilterns National Landscape 2025-2030
We’re pleased to share that the Management Plan for the Chilterns National Landscape 2025–2030 has now been published, setting out shared priorities for the next five years to care for this special landscape.
The Management Plan, which all National Landscapes are required to produce, provides a framework for conserving and enhancing the natural beauty of the Chilterns. It is intended for everyone involved in shaping, managing or enjoying the landscape, helping to guide decisions and investment so the Chilterns can continue to thrive for nature, people and future generations.
The new Plan has been developed through close collaboration with partners, communities and stakeholders across the Chilterns. It reflects both the challenges facing the landscape and the opportunities ahead, and aligns with the government’s environmental targets for protected landscapes.
The Chilterns is under increasing pressure – from the loss of wildlife and the impacts of climate change, to growing demand for access. In response, the Plan focuses on the areas where collective action can make the biggest difference.
Central to this is nature recovery, supporting the restoration and reconnection of habitats across the landscape – from chalk streams and grasslands to ancient woodland and beechwoods.
Improving access and inclusion is also a key priority, making it easier for more people to enjoy the Chilterns, while helping a wider range of people feel welcome in the countryside.
The Plan also places a strong emphasis on climate action and resilience, supporting efforts to reduce emissions, increase carbon storage and help both the landscape and its communities adapt to a changing climate.
Dr Elaine King, Chief Executive of the Chilterns National Landscape, said: “We’re privileged to not only be tasked with producing the Management Plan, but also to lead, convene and strengthen the partnerships needed to deliver it. Local authorities, farmers, landowners, community groups and environmental organisations all have a vital role to play in the long-term care of this special place. By working together, we can ensure the Chilterns continues to support wildlife, sustain rural livelihoods and provide a valued space for people to enjoy.”
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