Voices of the Countryside: 100 Years of the Campaign to Protect Rural England

Celebrate the centenary of an extraordinary charity who transformed the preservation of England's rural landscapes

"Cluttered Countryside." A pastiche of different technologies and activities that disrupt the English countryside - from cars, to petrol stations, to tourism.

About this event

Delve into the history of the Campaign to Protect Rural England, a charity founded in 1926 whose work made possible the creation of England’s national parks, the introduction of green belts, anti-litter campaigns on a national scale, and much more. Explore the exhibition in the Staircase Hall.

Find out more about the 100-year history of the CPRE.

"100 Years. CPRE. Campaign to Protect Rural England."
Date & Time

14 February – 25 May 2026

Audience

Public

The Museum of English Rural Life
The Museum of English Rural Life, Redlands Road, Reading, United Kingdom, Berkshire, RG1 5EX