http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/default.aspxNatural England is here to conserve and enhance the natural environment, for its intrinsic value, the wellbeing and enjoyment of people and the economic prosperity that it brings.en-gbweb.team@naturalengland.org.uk (Web team)http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/images/design/logo.pnghttp://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/default.aspx Natural England confirmed today that the great white egret - a species of heron - has nested for the first time in Britain.Tue, 22 May 2012 10:00:00 GMTtcm:6-32400http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/2012/220512.aspx The much-loved natural landscape of The Forest of Dartmoor will benefit from a landmark conservation and farming agreement officially launched by Environment Secretary, Caroline Spelman, at the Devon Show today (Thursday 17 May).Thu, 17 May 2012 12:19:00 GMTtcm:6-32324http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/2012/170512.aspx Natural England will today write to over 160 outdoor organisations and local authorities to ask their views about proposals to alter the ways National Trails in England are looked after in the future.Fri, 11 May 2012 10:52:00 GMTtcm:6-31934http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/2012/110512.aspx Proposals for an improved coastal access route between Allonby and Whitehaven have been published for consultation today, marking the first stages of the England Coast Path in the north west of England set in motion by the Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009.Thu, 10 May 2012 10:54:00 GMTtcm:6-31916http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/2012/100512b.aspx Proposals for an improved coastal access route between South Bents in Sunderland and Seaton Carew in Hartlepool have been published for consultation today, marking the first stages of the England Coast Path in the north east of England set in motion by the Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009.Thu, 10 May 2012 10:50:50 GMTtcm:6-31914http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/2012/100512a.aspx Farmers in Cornwall are being invited to a free event hosted by the Soils for Profit Project to find out about new techniques and equipment that can help to improve the management of their soils, manures and nutrients.Wed, 09 May 2012 21:34:00 GMTtcm:6-31910http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/2012/090512c.aspx A County Durham farmer is leading the field in providing young people with the chance to learn about life down on the farm.Wed, 09 May 2012 21:03:00 GMTtcm:6-31908http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/2012/090512b.aspx Issued on behalf of RPA, DEFRA and the Future Options ProgrammeDefra is seeking to explore opportunities for delivering Common Agricultural Policy systems beyond 2013.  Wed, 09 May 2012 18:10:00 GMTtcm:6-31906http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/2012/090512a.aspx Natural England has today published the results of a ground-breaking study of six Herefordshire orchards.Fri, 04 May 2012 13:28:00 GMTtcm:6-31791http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/2012/040512.aspx The rare white variant of the scarlet elfcup fungus found on Buckholt Wood is only the second record this century.Thu, 03 May 2012 14:09:00 GMTtcm:6-31780http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/2012/030512a.aspx Putting green infrastructure such as parks, gardens and trees at the heart of neighbourhoods can bring significant economic benefits, according to a Natural England study. Thu, 03 May 2012 11:48:00 GMTtcm:6-31760http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/2012/030512.aspx The landscape and wildlife of Natural England’s North Walney National Nature Reserve (NNR) make it a great spot for getting away from it all – the waves lapping against the shingle and the “pee-wit” cry of the lapwing are the perfect antidote to life’s everyday cares. Sadly the peace has been shattered recently by motorcycles and four-wheel drive vehicles tearing up the dunes and beach. Natural England is working with the local Neighbourhood Police Team to help keep the NNR special for wildlife and for people.Tue, 01 May 2012 10:34:00 GMTtcm:6-31737http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/2012/010512.aspx A fresh warning has been issued to store pesticides safely, after a West Norfolk pest controller was prosecuted for keeping them in an unlocked garden shed.Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:10:00 GMTtcm:6-31740http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/2012/300412.aspx The return of a bumblebee species extinct in the UK for nearly a quarter of a century has moved a big step forward.Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:01:00 GMTtcm:6-31555http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/2012/260412.aspx Closing date for applications is 30th April 2012Farmers and growers are being reminded that applications for funding from this year’s Catchment Sensitive Farming Capital Grants Scheme should be returned by 30th April 2012.Mon, 23 Apr 2012 23:03:00 GMTtcm:6-31513http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/news/2012/230412a.aspx