How do you create a local nature reserve? It sounds easy: find a good space and just let nature do its thing in peace. But how do you find a good space for nature in crowded, intensive farmland landscapes like the East Neuk? And how do you prioritise nature when people have an expectation that they come first?

The answer is a long, difficult journey of land acquisition and planning law, and an even longer conversation with everyone you can think of to change the culture.

Will Cresswell, Trustee of Crail Community Partnership, will describe how the Crail community is making this journey and its successes, particularly with Kilminning, where it recently turned a brownfield site into a wetland and meadow for wildlife. Expect tales of listed tarmac, antisocial behaviour and Vikings! Plus a fair bit of what is really important – local wildlife and how to conserve it.

Members and non-members are welcome to attend our public talks at Dreel Halls in Anstruther. If you are not yet a member of the AIA you can attend individual Anster Nichts for £3 per event. Membership is £10 per year and to find out more please visit our Membership page:
http://www.anstrutherimprovements.org/support-us/membership/