All posts by jefftravis

School becomes new city classroom for South Downs National Park

November 4th, 2024

A Brighton school is to become the first “Ambassador School” in an urban setting for the South Downs National Park. Moulsecoomb Primary School, on Lewes Road, is now proudly displaying its official National Park Ambassador School sign, which means it has become a hub for schools from the city and beyond to access learning opportunities […]

South Downs National Park’s Dark Skies season has lift-off!

October 9th, 2024

The ‘glimmers’ of the starry night sky that make us feel happy will be one of the highlights as the National Park launches its exciting Dark Skies season. As the nights draw in and nocturnal wildlife emerges earlier in the evening, the National Park is encouraging people to embrace the darkness and discover the incredible […]

Wonderful news for wetlands as £1.7m funding announced

October 9th, 2024

A huge funding boost will help restore precious wetlands across the South Downs region and help raise awareness about the vital importance of water in all our lives. National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded £1.7m to the “Downs to the Sea” initiative, which will increase and restore a network of vital wetlands across and around […]

Coastal biosphere looks to expand

October 8th, 2024

The only urban biosphere in the UK, The Living Coast, is planning to increase in size to include half a million residents. The Living Coast has been a designated UNESCO Biosphere since 2014, stretching from Shoreham to Newhaven, from the South Downs to the sea. The biospheres are places of international best practice, promoting sustainable development […]

Hurrah for hedges in the South Downs!

October 8th, 2024

Almost 15 miles of hedgerow have been restored over the past three years in the western section of the National Park following a big community effort. “Hampshire Hedgerows” has drawn together landowners, farmers, young people and volunteers to help create and restore hedgerows that provide an essential refuge for wildlife. Supporting some 130 different flora […]