All posts by jefftravis

Buzz of activity for Bee Lines campaign

May 6th, 2020

A flurry of donations have flown in for the Bee Lines campaign after Rolls-Royce announced the sweet success of its apiary near the South Downs. Although car manufacturing has been temporarily suspended, production of another unique, distinctly British treasure is running at record levels at the home of Rolls-Royce near Chichester: the world’s most exclusive […]

Ambitious vision for future is unveiled by South Downs National Park

April 24th, 2020

Tackling climate change, helping nature flourish, supporting the rural economy, creating a National Park for all and providing a green health and wellbeing service are among the priorities of an ambitious five-year plan being launched today by the South Downs National Park Authority. Ten key outcomes have been outlined in the new Partnership Management Plan, […]

Poignant video reveals ranger’s love of ‘magical’ South Downs landscape

April 24th, 2020

As Paul Gorringe gazes out at the beautiful flower-studded chalk grassland, he knows he’s found his own little piece of heaven. Paul sees it as an honour and privilege to be a custodian of the landscape in and around the South Downs National Park, helping to continue a millennia-old tradition that has helped to create […]

Community rallies round to create helpful online map

April 21st, 2020

An interactive map is providing a helping hand during the Covid-19 crisis by signposting people to food, drink and other support services close to where they live. Scores of businesses, organisations and community groups are providing a lifeline during the lockdown, delivering food boxes and ready meals for those who are isolating and supplies for […]

Uncovering the fascinating history of a downland church

April 21st, 2020

Not all the best archaeology is beneath the ground. James Kenny, Archaeology Officer for Chichester District Council, highlights the case of the parish church at Upwaltham. Referred to as the ‘untouched and lovable’ church of St Mary the Virgin, Upwaltham, sits in a picturesque location overlooking the A285 between Chichester and Petworth. It’s one of […]