The purpose of the State of the Park Report is to give an indication of trends in relation to:

• the Park's special qualities, environment and cultural assets
• how well public enjoyment of these is being provided for, and
• the well-being of the local community.

The State of the Park Report contains 23 indicators on a variety of topics.  It is a really useful source of headline data.

Download the State of the Park Report  (in english) or (in welsh) if you are looking for facts on the following subjects:-

• Conservation and Enhancement

Broadleaved tree cover; traditional field boundaries; geological SSSIs; park management; bats; breeding farmland birds; scheduled ancient monuments; listed buildings; cultural events.

• Promoting understanding

Awareness of the National Park; visitors accessing NPA's services; education services; visitor satisfaction; public rights of way; visitor accommodation.

• Vibrant sustainable communities

Economic activity; employment by type of industry; tourism spend; population profile; farms and farmers; community meeting places; traffic; bus routes and service frequency.

The document also contains useful information on:-

• The administrative boundaries affecting the National Park
• Introductory facts and figures
• Land ownership