CCRI animation warns children about pesticides’ dangers to wildlife
A new two-minute animation helps young audiences understand how pesticides can harm the tiny ‘superhero bugs’ that we rely on for fruit and vegetables.
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CCRI Publication Successes – Winter 2026
Details of the latest publications, including a book chapter whose lead author is PhD student Chloe Thompson and an article by one of the newest members of the CCRI team, Ffion Evans.
New zine helps local authorities support rural communities in Net Zero action
How can UK local authorities best work with rural communities on their Net Zero journey? CCRI’s Damian Maye, Philippa Simmonds and Aimee Morse put this question to researchers, rural policy leads, local government officers, and community members from across Gloucestershire at an event…
England’s fishermen reveal the joys and pressures of working life in Defra survey led by CCRI
Life as a fisherman in England is a source of deep pride and enjoyment, but also stress, show the results of a major new survey led by the Countryside and Community Research Institute (CCRI).
Grant applications 2025
The Countryside and Community Foundation has an open call for grant applications which closes on 28 February 2026.
Demelza Jones shares rural housing evidence with MPs
CCRI’s Demelza Jones joined a panel at a session organised by the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Rural Business and the Rural Powerhouse.
Devolution offers a new opportunity to deliver affordable homes in rural England – new CCRI study
New research from CCRI shows how England’s devolution programme could unlock the delivery of affordable homes in rural communities.
New Toolkit helps turn rural climate ambitions into community-driven action
CCRI's new resource enables local authorities and environmental groups to organise community events that generate workable climate change solutions.
A tribute to Professor Nigel Curry
It is with great sadness that founder of the CCRI, Professor Nigel Curry died on October 25th.