All posts by jefftravis

Stunning nightscape is the people’s favourite

April 8th, 2021

Carpenter and amateur photographer Connor Lamb has spoken of his joy after winning The People’s Choice in the National Park’s first astrophotography competition. Connor’s awe-inspiring shot of the night’s sky and the Rampion Offshore Wind Farm took the top spot in the public vote that ran throughout March. The astrophotography contest was one of the […]

New South Downs podcasts will be inspired by our rivers

April 8th, 2021

Seven writers have been commissioned to pen 10 audio stories and poems, with each author focusing on one of the magical rivers that weave across the South Downs landscape. The writers will be spending time engaging with the communities that live and work in the landscape to explore the untold stories of everyday people. Listeners […]

Echoing the enchanting sound of the South Downs

April 8th, 2021

A new audio walking experience is being launched next month that weaves together beautiful music by Sussex composer Ed Hughes and fascinating insights into the collection at Ditchling Museum of Art + Crafts. Launched as part of the Brighton Festival, people will be able to explore Ditchling and Ditchling Beacon accompanied by sonorous music inspired […]

Enjoy a unique adventure at new farm attraction

April 8th, 2021

A new visitor destination opens in the National Park next month, giving people the chance to experience life on a working farm. Located in West Harting near the Hampshire and Sussex border, Sky Park Farm is a working deer farm that has evolved to offer a cafe, farmshop, butcher, adventure playground and farm trail. Visitors […]

Grants scheme launches to support outdoor learning

April 8th, 2021

Working in partnership with our South Downs Education Network, the National Park Authority is helping young people enjoy more learning experiences outside the classroom this summer. Schools can apply for grants to help young people enjoy activities and trips that connect them with the special qualities of the National Park. Schools with over 10% of […]