Forest of Avonside

For a thriving local countryside which benefits everyone

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We are the countryside charity

We’re passionate about making the countryside a better place for everyone to live, work and enjoy.

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We want to connect people to the countryside, wherever they live.

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What gets built and where

Avon and Bristol

Joint Spatial Plan for Avon and Bristol area rejected by Inspectors

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Bristol Airport
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Avon and Bristol

Another application from Bristol Airport

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Avon and Bristol

Starry Skies Campaign – Bristol and Bath

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Bristol Airport
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Avon and Bristol

Expansion of Bristol Airport – Rejected by Councillors

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