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Leading-edge farm trials on South Downs show early promise for protecting aquifer

December 7th, 2020

New and innovative farming methods that build resilience to climate change and protect a precious aquifer are being trialed on the South Downs. The Aquifer Partnership (TAP) is working with farmers on a series of trials led by catchment specialists at Southern Water that look to prevent nitrates leaching into the groundwater beneath and strengthen […]

Poems are a moving reflection on 2020

December 4th, 2020

Poignant poems have been penned about the South Downs following a project that sees small groups gain inspiration from their walks. Kate Drake, Health and Wellbeing Officer, has been working with Worthing-based Creative Waves this autumn and winter on a project called “Exploring the South Downs: wellbeing and the arts”. Kate explained: “The premise of […]

Uncovering the story of the lost village of Sussex

December 4th, 2020

Rachel Cunningham is part of a dedicated team working to bring the fascinating history of a deserted village of life and gives an update here on the project. The remains of Tide Mills, the deserted village, are to be found between Newhaven and Seaford on a stretch of Designated Local Wildlife Site, within the South […]

A boost for small businesses in the South Downs

December 4th, 2020

Twenty seven projects that support the small business, tourism and visitor economy have received additional support from the National Park Authority in the wake of the pandemic. The Authority has been able to make a number of modest contributions towards business recovery through a series of initiatives. One such initiative was a small grants scheme, […]

Plantlife in the Park: Ivy

December 4th, 2020

The humble and often much maligned ivy is one of the most important plants for biodiversity, helping to maintain 50 or more other species of wildlife, particularly invertebrates. Only the juvenile growth of ivy has the familiar adhesive roots which allow it to grow up trees and walls. The mature or ‘tree’ ivy loses its […]