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The Problems Caused by Bracken
Bracken might appear to be a picturesque part of the landscape but it is a significant and growing problem.

Rob Beeson
Mar 28, 20258 min read


Huge wildfires in Yorkshire 'inevitable' as Government urged to avoid 'Los Angeles-style tragedy'
The government is being urged to avoid a "Los Angeles style tragedy" posed by the increasing risk of wildfires on moorlands.

Rob Beeson
Mar 27, 20253 min read


Ticks: Understanding the Rising Risks and How to Stay Safe
Ticks, those tiny blood-sucking arachnids, are more than just a nuisance; they're a growing concern in the UK countryside.

Rob Beeson
Mar 26, 20256 min read


What is Integrated Moorland Management?
This blog post discusses what integrated moorland management truly means, drawing on current knowledge.

Rob Beeson
Mar 26, 20255 min read


What 10 Years of Research Tells Us About Protecting Our Peatlands
The PEATLAND-ES-UK project has been meticulously comparing different approaches to managing heather moorland.

Rob Beeson
Mar 25, 20257 min read


Update on GL43 and GL45
If you release pheasants or red legged partridges on their low ground, near protected sites, Defra shared some mixed news on 21 March.

Andrew Gilruth
Mar 24, 20251 min read


Prescribed Burn at Stalybridge: What Really Happened
On Tuesday 18th March, a prescribed fire was reported to have got away from skilled personnel as they were conducting a planned burn.

Rob Beeson
Mar 24, 20253 min read


Clearing the Air: Understanding the Differences Between Smoke from Controlled Burning and Smoke from Wildfires
Not all smoke is created equal. Understanding the difference between the smoke from a wildfire and that from a controlled burn is crucial.

Rob Beeson
Mar 21, 20255 min read


The Inevitable Blaze: Understanding and Mitigating Wildfire Risk in the UK's Moorlands
The Peak District National Park is a natural treasure enjoyed by 13 million visitors every year. Wildfire is a growing threat.

Rob Beeson
Mar 20, 20257 min read


VIDEO: Wader Fest in the Yorkshire Dales
This video, courtesy of Yorkshire Dales Moorland Group, shows that our managed uplands are where the nation's stronghold of waders thrive.

Rob Beeson
Mar 20, 20251 min read


An Update on Defra’s Review of The Heather & Grass Burning Code 2007
The Moorland Association was represented at two workshops held by Defra and Natural England in February and March 2025 to start the process

Andrew Gilruth
Mar 19, 20252 min read


Report Reveals Key Factors Behind Hen Harrier Recovery
A recently commissioned report by the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) for Natural England looked into this puzzle.

Rob Beeson
Mar 19, 20255 min read
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