Wednesday 3 September, 09.30-13.00, MS Teams
APSE is hosting a one-day online seminar exploring how rewilding can be integrated into greenspace management and planning practices. The event complements APSE’s latest report, Rewilding for the Future (APSE, 2025). Expert speakers will delve into the principles of rewilding and share successful case studies from regional and local authorities.
Rewilding for the future: Insights and best practice from local councils
Wayne Priestley, APSE Associate Association for Public Service Excellence
How Rewilding Britain can support local authorities
Sara King, Rewilding Manager Rewilding Britain
Carbon Landscape Project - Results and legacy
Dr Mark Champion, Senior Landscape Recovery Officer Lancashire Wildlife Trust
Impacts of long grasslands at bereavement site
Tom Guilbert-Newell, Sustainable Environment Officer Newcastle under Lyme Borough Council
Market Harborough Rewilding Project
Cat Hartley and Ben Devine Harborough District Council
Stronger Shores Project
Emily Ross, Stronger Shores Project Delivery Officer South Tyneside Council
Restoring the Upper Whitham
David Hutchinson, Catchment Coordinator Environment Agency