Partnership Management Plan

The South Downs National Park (National Park) covers over 1,600km2 of England’s most valued lowland landscapes shaped, over millennia, by the people who have lived and worked here. Its inspirational...

A message from the Chair of the South Downs National Park Authority, Margaret Paren The South Downs National Park (National Park) covers over 1,600km2 of England’s most valued lowland landscapes...

The Outcomes and Priorities set out in the following pages are what partners across the National Park together will deliver over the next five years to achieve by 2050. Enhance...

The landscape character of the South Downs, its special qualities, natural beauty and local distinctiveness have been conserved and enhanced by avoiding or mitigating the negative impacts of development and...

There is increased resilience within the landscape for its natural resources, habitats and species to adapt to the impacts of climate change and other pressures. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? Climate...

A thriving and connected network of habitats and increased population and distribution of priority species now exist in the National Park. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? The National Park has a...

Cultural heritage of the National Park is enhanced and widely understood and enjoyed. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? The cultural heritage of the National Park charts the history of inspirational landscapes...

Outstanding experiences for communities and visitors are supported by high quality access and sustainable transport networks. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? National Parks are designated for everyone, and the South Downs...

There is widespread understanding of the special qualities of the National Park and the benefits it provides. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? Worldwide, there is compelling evidence of a growing disconnect...

The South Downs National Park is a well-used and recognised asset for sustaining mental and physical health and wellbeing. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? There is compelling evidence that access to...

More responsibility and action is taken by visitors, communities and businesses to conserve and enhance the special qualities and use resources more wisely. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? One of the...

Communities in the National Park are more sustainable with an appropriate provision of housing to address local needs and improved access to essential services and facilities. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?...