Consultation launched on future of Peaks moorland

Last week, it was announced that a public consultation is set to be held on the future of the Sheffield moors, which includes areas such as Stanage and Burbage.

Now, a further consultation is to begin on the 10,000 hectares of moorland owned by the National Trust within the High Peak, centred around areas such as Kinder, Derwent and Bleaklow.

A series of workshops to gather ideas is being planned by the National Trust, which will then produce a “masterplan” for the management of the High Peak moors over the next 25 years.

Jon Stewart, general manager for the National Trust in the Peak District, said: “These huge areas of moor in the High Peak are some of the country’s most spectacular and heavily-visited places, supporting internationally-important wildlife habitats and farming communities. We’re committed to taking care of these places for future generations and ensuring they provide benefits for people and the environment. To achieve this we want to work in genuine partnership with sustainable farm and land management businesses that share our vision.

“We know that the High Peak moors are already loved by thousands and thousands of people and those people now have the opportunity to play a huge part in shaping how these areas are managed over the years.”

For more information on the workshops call 01433 670368.