British actress Caroline Quentin has been named president of Campaign for National Parks.

Quentin commented on her new role 'I'm thrilled and excited to be working with this important charity. I think National Parks are a valuable national asset and I want to encourage everyone to use them and enjoy them. They need to be protected for future generations.... The parks need to change with the times so they meet the needs of our children and our children's children. During my time as president, my mission will be to make the National Parks even more beautiful, lived in and loved than they are now'.