2020 Vision for National Landscapes
Posted on 28th November 2019
Confirmed speakers for NYMA conference
Tribute to National Parks Pioneer
Posted on 25th November 2019
Len Clark, who died recently at the age of 103, was a hugely important advocate of countryside access and preservation.
Woodsmith Mine in trouble
Posted on 23rd November 2019
Sirius Minerals faces a challenging funding environment in trying to complete the Woodsmith Mine.
Campaign for National Parks Conference
Posted on 22nd November 2019
Climate crisis, national landscapes and building coalitions
NYMA wins Heritage Lottery Fund award
Posted on 3rd May 2017
The HLF is supporting our History Tree project through their 'Sharing Heritage' scheme. Over the next few months we'll be producing a book and other materials celebrating local events from 1800-2007.
Protect historic Seggimire Lane
Posted on 30th March 2017
Please help us safeguard a medieval Green Lane from damage!
NYMA receives £1500 from The Dalesman
Posted on 30th March 2017
Back in the autumn of 2016, The Dalesman hosted a gala dinner to celebrate the Yorkshire Awards, and attendees were invited to donate to charitable causes. The Dalesman selected NYMA as one of the recipients, and we were delighted to be awarded our cheque at a recent ceremony at The Dalesman offices in Skipton. The £1500 we received is a great boost to our funds!
2017 Conservation Award applications open!
Posted on 25th January 2017
NYMA's annual competition for conservation in the National Park is open for applications.
Each year NYMA awards £500 to projects which help to achieve the aims of the National Park - conservation of the biodiversity, landscape or cultural heritage. We alternate between a President's Award and a Conservation Award. This year it's the Conservation Award, which is co-funded with the National Park Authority. You can apply if you're an individual, a community group or an organisation. The application forms are ready and waiting! Contact NYMA Secretary Janet Cochrane on janetcochrane55@gmail.com to find out more. Deadline for entries is April 30th.
Bid to block fracking rejected
Posted on 20th December 2016
Campaigners opposing fracking in Ryedale district received a set-back when a bid to block it was rejected by the High Court
Sirius Minerals early finance arrangement
Posted on 15th November 2016
Sirius Minerals have announced Phase 1 funding, but cost over-runs seem likely on this high-risk project.