Chris Short CCRI, University of Gloucestershire Chair, Foundation for Common land

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Local (and global) setting for open spaces Making things happen – changing attitudes

Be prepared to do something Stimulating and provocative talks

To be taken away and acted on!

Charter for Common Land

Pastoral commoning makes a significant contribution to rural economies Active grazing of commons provides national benefits to landscape, biodiversity, access and heritage Commons and the use of common rights is central to many communities’ culture; past, present and future

Cultural Open Wildlife Space and VERY diverse

Learning from Each Other A Viable Future

Supporting the Next Generation Changing attitudes

Learning from Each Other A Viable Future

Supporting the Next Generation Changing attitudes

Learning from Each Other A Viable Future

Supporting the Next Generation Changing attitudes

Increase information exchange Increase knowledge Commons proof policies and programmes

The Importance of Your Stories

History comes alive Cool fresh air on a hot day Oasis of peace and calm Nature reserve on my doorstop BUT

33% men, 45% women don’t meet guidelines on physical activity (HSE) This increases in lower economic groups (HSE) Walking trips (22%) decreased 30% between 1995-2013, cycling only 2% (NTS) Childhood patterns link to adulthood.

Holistic benefits of being outside: Physical health Social interaction Enjoyment Something special to see, smell, feel, hear, touch Something to experience, share remember, talk about ...

Critical factor: Active environments –create the right spaces

What will the non-agricultural period be remembered for?

Enjoyment without responsibility? Preserved neglect? Creeping enclosure?

Or Centre of community life Provider of meaning to the everyday

Let nature fill your senses

Keep commons and open spaces Alive and living Open for all to learn about and enjoy Respected and protected Where the community comes together

Now to make it happen

cshort@glos.ac.uk www.ccri.ac.uk www.foundationforcommonland.org.uk