Development-led archaeology has played a crucial role in expanding our understanding of the past, fostering new discoveries and research, says Anooshka Rawden, Cultural Heritage Lead for the South Downs National Park Authority. Crucially, it’s revealed a past that is far more populated, innovative and international than previously thought, and nurtured a strong sense of connectivity […]

Chris Paterson, Communities Lead, gives an update on Neighbourhood Planning in the National Park. Congratulations are in order for Fittleworth Parish Council, whose Neighbourhood Plan recently passed referendum. Fittleworth Parish Council were commended by the Independent Examiner for preparing three well-presented submission documents including a clearly-written and focused Neighbourhood Plan. The Examiner went on to […]

A new footbridge of “exceptional design” that will improve public safety and provide new opportunities for people to learn about the National Park has been approved. Planning permission was granted for the new pedestrian bridge, with ramped access, to replace the existing level crossing at Tide Mills in East Sussex. As part of Network Rail’s […]

Planning approval has been granted for a refurbishment of Goodwood Hotel as part of a scheme that will bring a number of other benefits to local habitats and cultural heritage. In the first phase of the major renovation, 16 additional new bedrooms will be created and the wider hotel will also undergo an extensive transformation, […]

A 5km stretch of new path has been given the green light, opening up year-round access for walkers and cyclists into the heart of the South Downs National Park. The Centurion Way will be extended from West Dean to Cocking Hill Car Park, building on the success of the previous upgrade of the path in […]