All posts by jefftravis

Spectacular Stanmer!

May 12th, 2021

New pathways and trails and a beautifully-restored walled garden are among the attractions at a Sussex countryside estate that has undergone a major restoration. Construction of the £5.1m restoration of Stanmer Park is now complete, giving a new lease of life to Brighton and Hove’s largest park, nestled among tranquil woodlands and lush green open […]

The Serpent Trail: Take a walk through habitat as rare as the rainforest

May 12th, 2021

If you hear the words ‘trail’ and South Downs, your first thought is probably of the world-famous South Downs Way. But there’s also a lesser known trail that reveals some of the most beautiful and rare heathland found in Europe – a colourful habitat teeming with reptiles, amphibians and rare birds. Now the 65-mile long […]

Planning ahead for new camping and glamping

May 4th, 2021

Draft planning guidance around camping and glamping in the National Park has been out for consultation and the results are now being analysed. The Technical Advice Note (TAN) has been produced to help guide applicants and agents when applying for planning permission for camping and glamping tourism accommodation. The document should be read alongside policies […]

Look no feather – signal box in South Downs is brilliant for birding!

May 4th, 2021

A charming signal box has been lovingly restored to its former glory and is now the perfect vantage point for bird-watching. The signal box at Lewes Railway Land Local Nature Reserve was in desperate need of renovation after years of wear and tear. Now the structure has been given a new lease of life, thanks […]

10 questions with…Ruth Childs

May 4th, 2021

We catch up with the National Park Authority’s Landscape Officer Ruth Childs. Three words that sum up your job in planning? Collaborative. Challenging. Varied. Okay, so what’s your role at the National Park? I sit in the Performance and Technical Team – we are a team of specialists and provide advice across the Planning Directorate.  […]