The RSPB is a true leader in nature conservation: the largest organisation of its kind in Europe, managing 212 nature reserves covering over 150,000 hectares, and growing. We protect the most special habitats and wildlife in the UK, as well as using many of our reserves as visitor destinations where people of all ages can connect with and to be inspired by nature. Our Northern England region stretches from north of Nottingham up to the Scotland border, we have over 20 nature reserves in stunning locations as varied as the Peak District and Lake District National parks, in estuaries on both coasts, and within the post-industrial landscapes near to the region's major cities. We have a diverse and exciting portfolio of 25+ regional projects ranging from master planning for major visitor e