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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, […]

Nina’s childhood adventures inspire a passion for our wonderful woodlands

June 5th, 2020

The gnarled trees are among the oldest living things in Europe – beginning their lives some 2,000 years ago at a time when Roman legionaries were first landing on England’s southern shores. Countless generations since then have looked in awe and wonder at the yew forest of the South Downs at Kingley Vale – a […]

Celebrating our magical woodlands for World Environment Day

June 5th, 2020

A majestic tawny owl in full flight, a rare barbastelle bat and a gorgeously-cute hazel dormouse are the stars of a new series of films celebrating the woodlands of the South Downs. The National Park is marking World Environment Day on Friday, 5 June with three films that showcase the trees, animals and people who […]

Win £250 in the South Downs National Park Photo Competition

June 5th, 2020

The South Downs National Park photo competition is now open, with a first prize of £250 on offer to the amateur or professional photographer who best captures this year’s theme of ‘My tranquil haven’. To mark the 10th anniversary of the National Park, the photo competition is also being extended this year to include a […]

South Downs tourism sector pulls together for recovery preparations

May 29th, 2020

The South Downs National Park Authority is working with partners on recovery plans to help revive the region’s important tourism sector. Over 360 people from the Sussex tourism sector have virtually come together to discuss the myriad of challenges facing the sector, including restoring consumer confidence, finding innovative revenue streams, adapting to social distancing measures […]