Duncan Hutt
Rothbury Estate for Nature and the Nation
A once-in-a-generation opportunity
The Wildlife Trusts nationally and Northumberland Wildlife Trust have an opportunity to secure the future of Rothbury Estate in Northumberland by purchasing and developing it into one of the largest areas for people and nature in England. But we need your help to raise £30 million over the next two years.
Stretching over 3,800 hectares, the estate is home to special wildlife like red squirrels and curlew.
Duncan Hutt
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Duncan Hutt
Duncan Hutt
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Thanks to generous support, we have already secured an upland area of the Rothbury Estate, which includes the much-loved Simonside Hills. Taking the next step and acquiring the whole estate would allow us to preserve its rich heritage for future generations, create a sustainable future for local farmers and avoid the land being broken up into multiple ownerships, which would make access and enjoyment for the public more difficult.
By securing the entire estate and working with local farmers and communities, we hope to create a showcase for nature's recovery on a vast scale.
Let's make history together
You can help make our vision for the Rothbury Estate a reality for people and nature. Your gift will support work to:
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Secure the future of the Estate
We will preserve the rich heritage of the Estate for future generations, pioneer regenerative agriculture and create a sustainable future for local farmers. We will also enhance public access so people can continue to enjoy this wonderful place.
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Protect vital habitats
The estate’s vast size offers an unparalleled opportunity to safeguard woodlands, wetlands, river corridors and diverse moorland habitats. From preserving globally important peatlands that lock up carbon to creating safe havens for red squirrels, pine martens and golden eagles, your donation will support the restoration of these vital habitats.
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Create a wildlife corridor across Northern England
Our vision is of a 40-mile-long wildlife-rich corridor, connecting the coast at Druridge Bay to the Scottish border at Kielderhead National Nature Reserve, with the Rothbury Estate at its heart.
Make this vision a reality
Your support will help preserve Rothbury’s unique heritage and create a future where people and nature flourish together in this remarkable landscape. Donate today to become part of this extraordinary journey.
Together, we can secure Rothbury Estate for people, for nature and for a wilder future.
Join us and make history
All funds raised - including any funds raised over our target amount - will go towards nature’s recovery at the Rothbury Estate.
In the event we don’t raise enough funds to purchase the entire Estate or we are unable to complete the purchase for any reason, funds raised will go towards nature's recovery in the Simonside Hills and surrounding areas.
If you would like to discuss a major gift, please contact The Wildlife Trusts' major gifts fundraiser Debbie Johnson by email: djohnson@wildlifetrusts.org.