Introducing the Richard Lloyd Countryside Champion Award

Our new award celebrating outstanding individuals in Gloucestershire – in memory of our Vice Chair, Richard Lloyd MBE

We are honoured to introduce our new Award created in memory of our much‑loved Vice Chair, Richard Lloyd MBE:

The Richard Lloyd Countryside Champion Award

This Award will recognise an individual who shares Richard’s deep passion for, and commitment to, Gloucestershire’s countryside.

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The award celebrates Richard’s remarkable life and legacy — shaped by his profound knowledge of the environment, his tireless energy, and his unwavering belief in the importance of protecting and enhancing the countryside for future generations.

One of Richard’s greatest joys was celebrating the achievements of others. He established and led our CPRE Gloucestershire Awards Scheme for many years, creating a scheme that has recognised and showcased more than 100 outstanding environmental and community projects across the county.

This initiative remained close to his heart throughout his life and continues today — making this new award a particularly fitting tribute.

About the Award & how to nominate

The Richard Lloyd Countryside Champion Award celebrates an individual who has made an exceptional contribution to protecting, enhancing, or celebrating Gloucestershire’s countryside.

We warmly invite nominations for people who:

• show a commitment to caring for the natural environment
• bring people together to support and improve the countryside
• demonstrate advocacy, dedication, and impact through their work or volunteering
• reflect the collaborative, generous spirit that Richard championed

To learn more about our new Award and to make a nomination, please visit our new Award webpage:

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The winner will receive a £75 cash prize and the opportunity to be presented with their award at our autumn Awards Ceremony, held at the wonderful Elmore Court.