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Heath extravaganza returns!

August 13th, 2021

The popular Secrets of the Heath event returns next month, celebrating our local heathland’s vibrant history and wildlife with an action-packed programme. The festival takes place over the weekend of 4 and 5 of September from 11am to 4pm at Hogmoor Inclosure, near Bordon, in Hampshire. From a Stone Age camp, have-a-go archery, to close […]

A new lease of life for the “Little Church In The Field”

August 13th, 2021

The story of a remarkable church and its setting within beautiful downland has been brought to life thanks to a massive community effort. St Hubert’s Church, often called “The Little Church in the Field”, has enjoyed a number of improvements, including new interpretation, walk leaflets, a children’s adventure trail and disabled access. The work has […]

First-class development is given the green light in South Downs National Park

August 2nd, 2021

A high-quality development that includes affordable housing and highway improvements has been given the go-ahead. The Authority’s Planning Committee voted to approve plans for 14 new dwellings on land at Limbourne Lane and The Fleet, in Fittleworth, West Sussex. The residential development will include seven affordable homes, of which five will be social-rented tenure and […]

Getting to know our planners: 10 questions with Naomi

August 2nd, 2021

We catch up with Naomi Langford, a Major Projects Officer for the National Park.   Three words that sum up your job in planning? Fascinating, diverse, challenging.   Okay, so what’s your role at the National Park? The main part of my role is to consider and make recommendations on planning proposals for large and […]

High-grade conservation work is the star of the show

August 2nd, 2021

  A charming inn with a history spanning 800 years has been lovingly restored and improved to become a prestigious hotel business. The Star Inn, a Grade II* listed building in Alfriston, East Sussex, opened earlier this year after renovations that involved significant guidance from the National Park’s conservation team. The building was bought by […]