Dark Skies Herefordshire has been honoured with the DarkSky International Bob Gent Community
Leadership Award.
Chris Peterson, Engagement Manager for DarkSky International, commented:
“The DarkSky International Awards Committee recognises your remarkable efforts in addressing
light pollution through citizen science, volunteer engagement, and influencing local policy.
“Your collaboration with parish councils and local businesses to promote Herefordshire’s dark skies is
truly exemplary.”
Dark Skies Herefordshire was founded by Yolande Watson, a member of CPRE Herefordshire’s
Executive Team. Yolande and her dedicated group of volunteers (see photo) work in close
partnership with Visit Herefordshire, Herefordshire Wildlife Trust, and the Wye Adapt to Climate
Change Project to protect and promote Herefordshire’s dark skies, while raising awareness about the harmful effects of light pollution.
For more information or to get involved with Dark Skies Herefordshire, visit CPRE Herefordshire’s
webpage: https://www.cpreherefordshire.org.uk/our-focus-and-campaigns/dark-skies
herefordshire/.
