The North Pennines National Landscape blends internationally important uplands, peatlands, hay meadows and rivers with geological heritage that uniquely positions it for corporate investment in significant nature recovery, climate mitigation and educational outreach programmes.
Open the drop-down box for a quick overview of the assets and opportunities in the North Pennines National Landscape:
In a nutshell...
Size: 200,000ha
Population: ~12,000
Natural capital assets:
- UNESCO Global Geopark
- Peatland & moorland
- Rivers
- Farmland with hay meadows
- Ancient woodland
- Seeking International Dark Skies status
- Cultural and archaeological heritage
Governance: Managed by the National Landscape team in partnership with local authorities, volunteers and community stakeholders, guided by statutory plans.
Welcome to North Pennines National Landscape
The North Pennines National Landscape is one of England’s most wild and ecologically diverse protected areas, officially recognised as a UNESCO Global Geopark. Its open heather moors, peatlands, rivers, woodlands and hay meadows support rare species and critical ecosystem services including carbon storage, water regulation and habitat connectivity.
The landscape team’s work is guided by the Management Plan and spans nature recovery, peatland restoration, biodiversity monitoring, community engagement and heritage interpretation, fostering deep connections between people and nature. The UNESCO Geopark status amplifies opportunities for educational collaboration, sustainable tourism and cross-sector partnerships that deliver ecological and social outcomes.
Corporates can invest in peatland restoration or support hay meadow enhancement, youth education initiatives and other nature-based climate solutions, all contributing to measurable biodiversity and ESG achievements.
Natural capital assets and opportunities
Here are some of the key natural assets and opportunities:
- Peatlands & moors: significant carbon storage and water regulation.
- Hay meadows & rivers: priority habitats for biodiversity.
- UNESCO Global Geopark: educational and sustainable tourism value.
