Conservation and development of UK national parks *

Question 1

When was the 1st national park set up

Answer 1

1951

Question 2

How many are there today

Answer 2

15

Question 3

What do national parks aim for

Answer 3

In order to protect beautiful areas of countryside, cultural heritage, wildlife and habitat.

Question 4

What are the two statutory purposes of national parks

Answer 4

(1) To conserve and enhance the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the area
(2) To promote opportunities for understanding and enjoyment of the parks special qualities by the public

Question 5

What can their aims sometimes conflict with

Answer 5

tourism

Question 6

Each national plan has its own management plan. What does it state

Answer 6

The objectives of the park and the ways in which these objectives will be met

Question 7

What are the plans for the last 5 to 10 years derived from

Answer 7

Consultation with all the stakeholders, including local authorities, the national trust and local land owners

Question 8

State four impacts national parks are facing

Answer 8

• Footpath erosion
• Traffic congestion
• View is spoilt
• Increase house process

Question 9

State four ways in which national parks are being conserved and developed

Answer 9

• Conservation apprentices
• Education
• Sustainable transport schemes
• Protecting trees