Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority

We are the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, an organisation that protects, enhances and promotes the immense beauty, wildlife and character of the Yorkshire Dales.

National Parks have two purposes: to conserve and enhance the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the National Park; and to promote opportunities for the understanding and enjoyment of the special qualities of the Park by the public.

In pursuing these purposes, the Authority is also required to seek to foster the economic and social wellbeing of local communities within the National Park.

We're a relatively small organisation, which means people work closely together and can have a real influence on decisions and the way things are done.