CPRE Hertfordshire Lunch and Learns 2026

Join us for CPRE Hertfordshire’s online Lunch and Learns, a series of monthly presentations and debates on the key planning issues that matter to you and our County. Our experts will cover a variety of topics related to preserving the countryside. Whether you're a seasoned environmentalist or just curious about how you can make a difference, these sessions are perfect for you.

Tickets are £5 per webinar for members (individuals or organisations) or £10 for non CPRE members. Simply select the ticket when you checkout. (Eventbrite charges a small ticketing fee of just over £1 when you checkout).

Topic 1: Helping Hertfordshire's hedges - Wednesday 11th January 2026 - 13:00-14:00 GMT

Hertfordshire's countryside, like much of rural England, is criss-crossed by hedgerows. Some are old, some are new, but all of them tell the story of how our countryside has grown and changed. This presentation will look more in depth at the ecology, history and geography of this remarkable habitat, and give you a thorough understanding of their protection, and a view to how we can learn to value them again.

Topic 2: The Year Ahead in Planning: What to expect - Wednesday 11th February 2026 - 13:00-14:00 GMT

This presentation and discussion will provide an update on key policies including the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), Planning and Infrastructure Bill and Land Use Framework, and how those changes impact housing development in Hertfordshire and the alarming implications for our countryside.

Topic 3: Devolution and Local Government Reorganization: What does it mean for Hertfordshire’s countryside?

Join us for the latest update on devolution and local government reorganization in Hertfordshire and the implications for the planning process and Hertfordshire’s countryside.

Topic 4: MEMBERS ONLY ONLINE EVENT: Ask your Planning Expert - Wednesday 15th April - 13:00-14:00 GMT

Book an online slot at our Ask your Planning Expert members session and gain free advice on your local planning concerns.

Each 1:1 online meeting will last 10 minutes and enable you to gain invaluable support with your local planning queries. Please note that slots will be offered on a first come, first served basis. Please book a ticket and we will be in touch to arrange a time slot.

If you have any questions please reach out to: abby@cpreherts.org.uk