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A journey through time – 10 fascinating history facts for Sussex Day

June 12th, 2020

At the southern tip of England with lofty viewpoints across the English Channel, Sussex has always been a strategic stage where history has played out. For thousands of years it has been a historical hotspot – a story of invasion, conquest, discovery, innovation, rebellion and romance. Today this enchanting county makes up two thirds of […]

Saying a big thank you to volunteers everywhere

June 10th, 2020

Every June 1 to 7 the voluntary sector says thank you to volunteers across the UK. In 2020 it has been decided that, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, a change of tone is required. Volunteers’ Week will not be celebrated in the same way as usual out of respect to the current situation surrounding the […]

Get creative for nature!

June 10th, 2020

A new environmental art competition has opened for children and young people. Sussex Green Living and the South Downs National Park Trust have joined forces for “Clean Up & Create”, a competition for five to 16 year olds in Sussex and Hampshire. The initiative has been made possible thanks to a grant from The Boltini […]

Let’s work together to prevent wildfires

June 10th, 2020

With a potentially hot summer on the way, Katy Sherman, Engagement Officer for the Heathlands Reunited project, looks at the dangers of wildfires and how we can prevent them. You may have seen the devastating consequences recently of heathland wildfires in Dorset and Surrey. It’s hard not to be emotionally moved by these incidents when […]

South Downs National Park introduces inspiring scheme to connect families with nature

June 10th, 2020

An exciting new initiative has launched to help connect families with the joys of nature through fun learning activities. Inspired by the “founding father” of the National Park movement, John Muir, the South Downs National Park is announcing a new scheme that will help families learn more about the amazing natural environment. Whether at home, […]