Conservation charities secure 9,500-acre Rothbury Estate in Northumberland
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Conservation charities secure 9,500-acre Rothbury Estate in Northumberland

2 hours ago · Originally published 30 Oct 2026 10/10 Original headline: Sir David Attenborough celebrates as deal to buy Northumberland estate is sealed
After raising £30m through public donations and grants, The Wildlife Trusts have successfully purchased the 9,500-acre Rothbury Estate. The acquisition aims to create a 40-mile nature corridor connecting the Northumberland coast to Kielder Forest, with long-term plans for habitat restoration and regenerative farming.
Source: Chronicle Live Northumberland
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