In this talk, the CEO explores the remarkable legacy and ongoing significance of the UK’s first national park, reflecting on what national parks have done for society, from conserving landscapes and wildlife to enriching communities and inspiring wellbeing. 

Celebrating past achievements, the talk also confronts current challenges such as environmental pressures and resource constraints, and sets out an ambitious vision for future opportunities, emphasising what we now need to do to ensure national parks continue to thrive for generations to come.

This event is sponsored by Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust

This event is on general sale from 14 April 2026

Priority dates are:

17 Mar – Directors Circle, Benefactors and Gold Patrons
24 Mar – Patrons
31 Mar– Gold Friends
7 Apr – Friends
14 Apr – Public and Next Gen