Two-thirds of voters now think that the government neglects rural people. But if we work together, we can turn that around. The Prime Minister has promised good growth in every postcode and to speak for all parts of the country. Rural businesses and communities are ready to play their part. What’s needed now is a government willing to work with the countryside - not against it.

In order to strengthen Defra’s evidence base on gamebird rearing, release and shooting in England, the government has launched a Call for Evidence, which closes on 1 November .

We are encouraging everyone with relevant knowledge and first-hand experience to respond and have prepared guidance to assist.

The modern world has not fundamentally changed the rhythm of rural life, even if much of society is now insulated from it. The farming calendar still runs its course and the social and cultural events that have shaped rural life for centuries still persist, even in those parts of the countryside where our ever-growing population means that only a small minority recognise them.

 Show your support with the 2026 / 27 Season Badge and help fund the Campaign for Shooting. 

Donate today and help us bring our new Angling and the Countryside qualification to life, giving young people the opportunity to gain a recognised qualification, develop lifelong skills and build confidence that extends far beyond the classroom. 

The countryside faces its greatest challenge for a generation. Become a member today and help us fight damaging legislation, defend rural freedoms and protect our rural way of life. 

Applications are now open for schools and educational providers to apply for a place on Fishing for Schools during the 2026/27 school year.

Applications close Monday 9 November 2026.

Free Wills Month is here. This October, Countryside Alliance members can write their will for free with Farewill, making it easier to plan for the future and provide for the people and causes that matter most.

When writing your will, you can also choose to leave a lasting gift to the Countryside Alliance, helping us protect the countryside and rural way of life for generations to come.