Families on a row boat

Visiting

Group of people in field

Volunteering

Aerial view of Flatford

Managing

Landscape view of fields

Dedham Vale AONB and Stour Valley Management Plan 2021-26

The draft plan will be out for consultation from 1st Feb 2021 to midday on 5th April 2021. It’s time for you to have your say!


We would welcome your opinion on the contents of the plan either through a 10-15 minute survey, or by emailing in your comments on the draft plan.

Thank you for your support.

What is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)?

An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) is a nationally designated important landscape cared for by a Partnership, a team, and the thousands of people who live in, work in and visit it.

Dedham Vale was designated in 1970 with the purpose of conserving and enhancing the habitats and biodiversity.


The Partnership and team provide a lead on key issues that affect its future, supporting and facilitating the work of others. It provides advice, guidance and information on a range of topics, can provide grants, encourages volunteering and produces guides to encourage sustainable visiting.

Please help us care for this area. Please follow current government advice and plan ahead. Park considerately and please take your rubbish home. Thank you.

A photo of rural landscape from Nayland looking north