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AONB Unit
We deliver our core functions within the context of the High Weald AONB management plan and in accordance with a three-year business strategy agreed by the High Weald AONB Joint Advisory Committee. Download the Unit Organogram (410 kb file)
Sally develops and promotes the vision and strategic direction for the management of the High Weald, undertaking liaison at a regional and nation level to secure commitment, policy, resources and action which benefits the area. |
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Jason develops and promotes the vision and strategic direction for the management of the High Weald, undertaking liaison at a regional and nation level to secure commitment, policy, resources and action which benefits the area. |
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Gerry undertakes local liaison with partner organizations, in particular providing advice and guidance to partnership projects within the area. She has overall responsibility for the Unit's promotional work and develops, manages and seeks funding for AONB wide projects. email Gerry Direct Dial - 01580 879952 |
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Andrew undertakes research projects and studies to further our understanding of the High Weald to provide evidence supporting the development of the Management Plan. He also advises on planning issues relating to the High Weald and liaises with local authorities on planning matters. email Andrew Direct Dial - 01580 879955 |
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Kerry manages the Unit's distribution and health and safety systems. She is the first point of contact for email enquiries. She is responsible for keeping the website up to date and for administering the Friends of the High Weald. email Kerry Direct Dial - 01580 879950 |
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Sam manages the Unit's administrative systems. She is the first point of contact for visitors and general telephone enquiries. email Sam Direct Dial - 01580 879960 |
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Philip is continuing the work started in 2003 on a revision of the Ancient Woodland Inventory in Kent and East Sussex. The aim is to produce an accurate, digital, evidence-based ancient woodland map including small woodlands (less than 2 ha in size). email Philip Direct Dial - 01580 879962 |
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Under Phase 5 of the WMI - Dawn is seeking to actively engage landowners to manage their unique wildflower grasslands sustainably on the Heathfield - Battle Ridge and wider AONB. email Dawn Direct Dial - 01424 774668 |
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Matt provides Geo Inf sys (GIS) mapping and analysis support for the Weald and Downs Ancient Woodland Survey. |
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Ruth provides research to the High Weald AONB Unit and JAC. Undertaking desk-based (internet and GIS) research on a wide range of topics from ecology to public policy, she prepares reports and summaries, supplying evidence-based information to inform the unit's activities and understanding. email Ruth Direct Dial - 01580 879963 |
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Andrew provides advice to landowners on undertaking woodland management that will restore native broadleaved woodland habitats in plantations on ancient woodland sites. He undertakes site visits, produces site condition assessment reports, assists with Forestry Commission grant applications and runs events. email Andrew Direct Dial - 01580 879964 |
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email Matt Direct Dial - 01580 879959 |
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Promoting and supporting primary education projects across the High Weald - mainly through the High Weald Heroes Scheme - enabling schools to recognise and value the special features of the High Weald landscape and to use it as a cross-curricular resource email Laura Direct Dial - 01580 879965 |
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Simon is responsible for the development phase of the £3.3 million Weald Forest Ridge Landscape Partnership Scheme. In addition to promoting the scheme and involving local communities in its development he is working with 26 partners to develop detailed contracts and work plans to enable scheme implementation. email Simon Direct Dial - 01580 879961 |
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email Trish Direct Dial - 01580 879951 |
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