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With the Spring Equinox on the way, Sian Jones, Families Outreach Officer for the National Park, encourages people to walk off the winter cobwebs. National Workouts and Wellbeing week starts on 23 March and is a great time for families to get out into the National Park for a wellbeing workout. The Spring Equinox means […]

The magic of heaths

March 4th, 2020

Kate Dziubinska, a Ranger for the National Park, explains why heaths hold a special place in her heart. When asked where my favourite place in the South Downs National Park is, I really struggle to pick just one. Each beauty spot has its own special character that helps to make up our wonderful tapestry of […]

It’s a picture that’s captured the hearts and minds of thousands of people. As ponies gathered around a tree at sunset in the South Downs National Park, budding photographer Joe James snapped away – and the result was pure magic. Now his blissful photograph has won the People’s Choice Award in the National Park’s Annual […]

Lesley Foulkes, of Langham Brewery in West Sussex, reveals why she loves trees and is supporting the Trees for the Downs campaign. All of us at Langhams are passionate about our steam heated microbrewery, nestling in the heart of the South Downs. That’s why we believe it is so important to raise awareness of the […]

Our Dark Skies Festival returns with an extended line-up this month – and we’re offering the chance to win a telescope! The flagship free event, Stargazing South Downs, is being extended this year to include a new roadshow in Steyning, joining Lewes, Midhurst and Petersfield. The festival runs from February 7 to 23 and includes […]