All posts by jefftravis

Beat the January blues with the South Downs National Park

January 12th, 2022

With the merriment of the festive season fading into the memory bank, January can feel like a long, taxing and sometimes depressing month. Cold weather, dark mornings, poor sunlight, and the tightening of purse strings can lead to low mood, lack of motivation and low energy – and that’s without the added stress of the […]

Taking the lead to help conservation grazers!

January 12th, 2022

Olivia French, Heathlands Engagement Officer, takes a look at the simple things dog walkers can do to help wildlife flourish this year. It’s National Walk Your Dog month and with so many great places to explore with your four-legged friends in and around the National Park, we’ve got some top tips to keep you, your […]

Reminding us of warm summer days on the South Downs – new podcast is released

January 12th, 2022

The uplifting power of the coastal South Downs amid uncertain times is explored in an illuminating new podcast. “On The Same Edge” is the second podcast from Alinah Azadeh, the Writer In Residence for Seven Sisters Country Park and the Sussex Heritage Coast. On a clear, warm summer’s day in 2021, Alinah takes a walk […]

Explore the dark skies of South Downs National Park

January 12th, 2022

Exploring the starry night sky of the South Downs and discovering its wonders for yourself will be the theme of this year’s Dark Skies Festival. A bumper line-up of virtual and hopefully, in-person, events are being planned for the festival, which takes place across school half-term holidays from 11 February to 27 February. Highlights this […]

Awe-inspiring photography of natural world shines bright in South Downs competition

January 12th, 2022

Dramatic scenes of a winter wonderland, a bird of prey in full flight and a singing Robin Red Breast are among the winners of the South Downs National Park’s annual photography competition. “Fire and Ice”, by Jamie Fielding, took the top spot in this year’s contest, impressing judges with a captivating photograph of a frosty, […]