Celebrating 90 years of protecting Staffordshire’s countryside.

Join us for a day of celebrating our community and our legacy.

You’re warmly invited to join us for CPRE Staffordshire’s 90th Annual General Meeting at the Staffordshire Showground.

As we celebrate this significant milestone, the day will offer a wonderful opportunity to reflect on our achievements, connect with fellow members and supporters, and enjoy a range of engaging activities. From our Countryside Photography Exhibition and AGM proceedings to a fascinating planning talk or guided countryside walk, the event promises something for everyone. We look forward to welcoming you for a morning of conversation, countryside appreciation, and celebration of Staffordshire’s natural beauty.

Details:

Date: Saturday 12^th September 2026

Arrive: 10:00- 10:30am

Event closes: 12:30- 1:00pm

Location: Staffordshire County Showground, ST18 0WN

Tickets available: (coming soon)

Agenda:

10:00-10:30 Arrival and Countryside Photography Exhibition (tea and coffee available).

10:45-11:30 CPRE Staffordshire’s 90th AGM with drinks and a light lunch available.

11:30-12:30 Activity 1 (Planning workshop) and Activity 2 (Ecology Walk)

Countryside Photography Exhibition

Attendees are invited to enjoy tea and coffee while viewing a selection of the photographs submitted to our annual calendar competition.

Prizes for first, second and third place will be awarded to the photographs that best capture the beauty of Staffordshire’s countryside. Winners will be announced following the AGM. Prizes include a complimentary 2027 calendar (available October 2026) and local farm shop vouchers.

AGM

Our AGM will take place at the Staffordshire Showground, with teas, coffees and a light lunch/refreshments available throughout.

At the close of the meeting, the CPRE Staffordshire Chair will offer a few words and formally announce the photography competition winners. Prizes will be presented on the day where possible or posted to winners unable to attend.

Activity Options

1. Planning Workshop

Join us for a practical and informative session on how communities can organise, collaborate and effectively respond to planning applications in their area.
The session will include useful signposting, key resources for support, and insights from the Lightwood group (tbc), who will share their experiences as successful campaigners. The talk will conclude with a Planning Q&A. This is a great opportunity to network with local communities and individuals also interested in planning matters.

2. Countryside Walk

Enjoy a guided ecology walk through the deer park adjacent to the Showground, offering a chance to appreciate some of Staffordshire’s beautiful ‘On the Edge’ countryside.

We want to thank all of our members and supporters for supporting our work to protect, promote and enhance Staffordshire’s countryside for the last 90 years. Together we have been able to campaign for positive change, creating a thriving countryside that sustains us all. Thank you for being a part of our legacy.