MP and Forest CEO meet

Nusrat Ghani, MP for Sussex Weald, has met with Ashdown Forest CEO Mark Pearson

They met to catch up on the activities taking place on the Forest and discuss future plans to ensure that the Forest continues to thrive.
 
Mark Pearson joined in January 2024 and is responsible for directing the protection and conservation of Ashdown Forest. He leads a team to deliver the Forest’s management, working closely with the Conservators to set the strategic direction for the Forest.

Nusrat has been working closely with Mark since his appointment and was pleased to meet with him again recently to get an update on ongoing activities regarding animal expansions, deer management, woodland management and environmental protections, new projects to make the Forest more accessible to all visitors, and the upcoming celebrations of the centenary of Winnie the Pooh.

Nusrat Ghani said: “Looking after the Forest and ensuring we maintain a healthy, clean and vibrant environment is of critical importance and I continue to work closely with the CEO Mark Pearson and the Ashdown Forest Conservators to ensure that this treasured piece of our countryside is protected. With the 100-year anniversary of Winnie the Pooh approaching, I look forward to working with Mark on exciting ways of celebrating and promoting the Ashdown Forest and its legendary Hundred Acre Wood to visitors from across the UK and the rest of the world.”