Celebrate 100 years of CPRE in York with guest speaker Dr Rosie Page (daughter of James Herriot), local campaign updates, and a buffet lunch

Join CPRE North & East Yorkshire at the historic Friargate Quaker Meeting House in York for our annual Autumn Countryside Gathering!

2026 marks CPRE’s Centenary Year - a century of protecting, regenerating, and celebrating the English countryside. From our nationwide On the Edge campaign protecting urban fringe landscapes, to our award-winning Chelsea Flower Show garden, 2026 is a landmark year.

Whether you are a lifelong rural campaigner, a passionate walker, or simply love Yorkshire’s landscapes, join us on Saturday 19th September to celebrate this milestone, hear about our local work, and connect with fellow countryside lovers.

Highlights of the event:

Special Guest Speaker - Dr Rosie Page: We are delighted to welcome Dr Rosie Page, daughter of legendary vet and author Alf Wight (better known by his pen name, James Herriot of All Creatures Great and Small fame). A passionate Yorkshire-phile, Rosie will entertain us with delightful anecdotes about growing up with the man whose books introduced the magic of the Yorkshire Dales to millions around the world.

Protecting North & East Yorkshire: Hear directly from our team about our regional work defending green spaces, influencing local planning policy, and shaping our priorities for the future.

Networking & Buffet Lunch: Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch (included with your ticket) while chatting with our trustees and fellow countryside advocates.

Ticket Information

General Public / Non-Members: £20.00 (Includes full event access & buffet lunch)

CPRE Members: FREE (Please select 'CPRENEY Member Ticket' at checkout)

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Agenda:

Arrival & Formal Annual Meeting

Welcome and Apologies

Approval of 2025 AGM & May 2026 Minutes

Chair's Report & Trustee Introductions

Strategy, Financial & Planning Updates

Public Questions & Close of Formal Business

Comfort Break

Keynote Feature

Guest Speaker: Dr Rosie Page (Talk & Q&A)

Closing Thanks

Buffet Lunch & Networking

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