The Isle of Wight AONB Partnership

Over the years there have been many changes in structure in for the management of the AONB. Following the increased profile and protection afforded by the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000, the Countryside Agency (now Natural England) and the Isle of Wight Council signed a Memorandum of Agreement setting out a new partnership approach to managing the Isle of Wight AONB.

Consequently, the Isle of Wight AONB Partnership was formed in April 2002. It is a broad-based independent organisation with representatives from many local, regional and national organisations and individuals with a direct interest in the AONB.

The purpose of the Partnership is to ensure a co-ordinated approach to the conservation and enhancement of the AONB in light of the AONB Management Plan and its policies.