Natural England describes itself with this summary: "Natural England works for people, places and nature to conserve and enhance biodiversity, landscapes and wildlife in rural, urban, coastal and marine areas. We conserve and enhance the natural environment for its intrinsic value, the wellbeing and enjoyment of people, and the economic prosperity it brings." * Countryside Agency, the landscape, access and recreation elements * English Nature * Rural Development Service, the environmental land management functions of Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra)