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COVID-19 IMPORTANT INFORMATION

With England in a national lockdown, the Government advice is to stay at home. Find information here on how to enjoy the National Park virtually, and how our services are operating during this time.

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South Downs Dark Skies Festival 2021

Online between 12 - 28 February

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Writers, Artists and Creatives
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South Downs Way
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Get to know the amazing history, species and communities of the South Downs

History of the South Downs
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Beginner’s guide to stargazing
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Supporting Biodiversity
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Conserving our Landscape
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Key Facts
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Get Active
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Vineyards, Breweries and Distilleries
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Rare and unexpected species
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Family Activities
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Whether it's running, cycling or trying something new, there's something for everyone

Miles Without Stiles
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Delicious Days Out
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Relax in Nature
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caring for the park

Partnership Management Plan
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Volunteering
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Find out about the work we do to conserve and enhance the South Downs

Donate to the South Downs National Park Trust
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South Downs Youth Action
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Teaching Resources
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Heathlands Reunited
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Latest news

Restoring dew ponds to create new habitats for birds and insects

Work is under way on restoring a dew pond to create an oasis for birds and aquatic insects. The South Downs National Park Authority has partnered with the Norfolk Estate...

Take part in survey on Whole Estate Plans

Whole Estate Plans are an important  planning tool in a National Park that has a number of major landowners. These plans help to identify opportunities and aid decision-making for both...

“I have never learned so much, so quickly”

With National Apprenticeship Week in February, we catch up with the South Down National Park's new apprentices... Tom Reynolds Can you tell us more about your apprentice role at the...

Learn to love our precious pollinators!

Passionate about pollinators? Buzzing about bees? An un-bee-lievably exciting free event is taking place this February for anyone eager to learn more about protecting local pollinators. The online event will...

Helping the vulnerable with creative art kits

Towner Eastbourne and the South Downs National Park have joined forces to send creative kit bags of arts materials and suggested activities to some of the most vulnerable in East...

" The Downs...too much for one pair of eyes, enough to float a whole population in happiness. "