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Following Government advice to stay safe and protect the NHS, we are working hard to continue to deliver for you. Find information here on how to enjoy the National Park virtually, and how our services are operating during this time.
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The South Downs National Park Authority (SDNPA) has submitted its response to the Government’s consultation on its Planning White Paper: “Planning for the Future”. The White Paper sets out a...
A message from Trevor Beattie, Chief Executive of the South Downs National Park Authority. It’s now more than a year on since the publication of the Glover Review of Protected...
This statement by the South Downs National Park Authority sets outs our response to help local businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic in line with our socio-economic duty. It was discussed...
Tranquil, enchanting, inspiring and a place to replenish the soul. The South Downs has always had these special qualities, but the COVID-19 pandemic seemed to amplify the value of having...
A new appreciation of our beautiful natural world was experienced by scores of families who took part in a fun nature-based activity programme. Families from across the South East took...
" The Downs...too much for one pair of eyes, enough to float a whole population in happiness. "
