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Why hedges can be havens for nature

September 10th, 2020

Ollie Seal, Assistant Ranger for the Central Downs team, explains the art of hedgelaying…and how it can give a big boost to nature. Is there any better use of a hedge than to lay it? Maybe. But the benefits of doing so are phenomenal. Hedgelaying is a practice that the National Hedgelaying Society describe as […]

Fun game encourages exploring the outdoors

September 10th, 2020

People are being invited to take part in an exciting physical activity game launching this month. Beat the Street Eastbourne will take place from 16 September to 4 November, coinciding with the launch of  Eastbourne Walking Festival that starts on 18 September. (Please note at the time of going to press, Beat the Street is […]

Equine rangers are relaunched

September 9th, 2020

A dedicated team of equine rangers have been relaunched by Sussex Police and partners to help tackle a rise in rural crime. The Sussex Equine Rangers now have 14 volunteers who will be tackling rural crime and anti-social behaviour in collaboration with Sussex Police’s newly-formed Rural Crime Team. The team of specially trained horse riders […]

The wonderful benefits of responsible dog walking in the South Downs National Park

August 25th, 2020

Pet owners have spoken of the therapeutic benefits of dog walking in the National Park during the COVID-19 pandemic – and are now urging others to make the most of the countryside this autumn while keeping their furry friend on a lead. As the world marks International Dog Day on 26 August, the National Park […]

Be part of nature recovery and join big wildflower planting push

August 21st, 2020

Grants of up to £5,000 will be available to help create vital new wildflower havens for bees and other pollinators. The South Downs National Park Trust is embarking on one of the biggest charitable wildflower planting initiatives the South East has ever seen as part of the Bee Lines project. It comes after the community […]