March to rewild the Church

Join a rewilding march

Join families, scientists, churchgoers, artists and activists to deliver 95 Wild Theses about why Church Commissioners should rewild 30% of their land.

In 1517, Martin Luther posted his 95 Theses for why the Church should reform. Taking inspiration from history, Wild Card has written 95 Wild Theses. These theses are why the Church Commissioners should commit 30% of their land to nature. This wealthy investment arm of the Church of England is one of England’s biggest landowners.

Details

WHEN: Sunday 6th October 10.30 to 1pm 

WHERE: Bankside, London SE1 9TG. Meet in front of the Tate Modern, Thames side. Then march to St Paul’s Cathedral for speeches, prayers and a hymn.

WHAT TO EXPECT: Costumes, papier-mâché mache animals, flags, plants, face painting. Bring your own rewilding creations. 

Why this matters

To tackle the climate and nature challenges the world currently faces, a global target to protect 30% of the planet for nature by 2030. This is known as ‘30×30’ and was agreed in December 2022. Countries are expected to contribute to this global goal through local action. The UK has signed up to the commitment. 

The UK’s ‘green and pleasant’ land may look lush. In reality the diversity of wildlife has dwindled to a new low and needs rewilding. Pollinator numbers are falling, ecosystems are beginning to collapse and species are dying. The UK’s biggest landowners have a huge role to play in enabling nature to bounce back. Landowners such as The Church of England need to step into their role as stewards and fulfil their duty to restore the integrity of creation.

By committing to this pledge to rewild, nature would gain a new area of land equivalent to half the size of Dartmoor or 336 Hyde Parks!

Learn more

To learn more, check out the guest blog on the Wild Card website. This briefing document also has more information about the demand.

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