Landscape charity looking for a new leader

Cornwall National Landscape Trust are looking for a new Chairperson to lead the charity which supports the protected landscape in Cornwall. The Trust are looking for a Chair that possesses excellent leadership and organisational skills, with a passion for the environment. They are seeking someone who has experience of people and financial management and a good understanding of Cornwall and the wider cultural background of the county.

For the previous three-year terms, the Trust has been chaired by Hugh St Aubyn;

‘Being Chair of Cornwall National Landscape Trust is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in nature recovery in Cornwall. The Trust has a grant-giving fund and re-launched and re-branded business supporters’ scheme with plans to scale activity of both. Being Chair involves working closely with the Cornwall National Landscape team and attending partnership meetings which provides a fantastic insight into complex stakeholder delivery projects alongside shaping the Trust’s contribution to this work. The Trust has knowledgeable and experienced Trustees who are working towards protecting nature, climate, place and people in Cornwall, and is a wonderful group to be part of.’ 

The Cornwall National Landscape Trust has a small-grant fund which has recently supported two exciting projects: Community engagement with temperate rainforests on Bodmin Moor (Section 12), and Restoring a wildflower meadow with pollinator plants and creating bee hives in West Penwith (Section 07).

The Cornwall National Landscape Trust has been established to:

• Promote the conservation, protection and enhancement of the protected landscape
• Support the social and economic wellbeing of local communities
• Increase education in and around the Cornwall National Landscape of the special qualities of the landscape, including nature, heritage and cultural features for the benefit of the public
• Support positive management of the protected landscape by gaining support, finding funds and supporting projects

Commitment  

This is a voluntary role, appointed for three years and a maximum of three consecutive terms. You are working towards the conservation and enhancement of the protected landscape. Your contribution plays a crucial role in nature recovery, resilience to climate change, and the conservation of the historic and natural environment by the consideration of four key priorities: People, Place, Nature and Climate. With inclusivity at the heart, everyone should be supported to understand the value of Cornwall National Landscape.

Deadline for applications is 5^th September 2025. Interviews are scheduled to take place w/c 29 September.

To apply for this opportunity please go to the website: cornwall-landscape.org/chairperson-vacancy/ or scan the QR code: