All posts by jefftravis

A day in the life of a South Downs National Park Ranger

July 31st, 2019

What’s it really like being a ranger for the South Downs National Park and does the reality match the perception? We caught up with  Phillippa Morrison-Price, Lead Ranger for the Eastern Downs, to find out more. What’s it like being a ranger for the South Downs National Park? I love it!  The people, the landscape […]

Beauty spot is accessible for all after Gatwick funding boost

July 29th, 2019

A once muddy and uneven path at a popular beauty spot has been transformed, thanks to a pioneering programme funded by Gatwick Airport to help make the National Park accessible for all. The Disabled Ramblers were all smiles as they tried out the new and refurbished path around Swanbourne Lake, near Arundel. The makeover involved […]

Learn about the history of King Edward VII Estate

July 23rd, 2019

Opened as a Tuberculosis Sanatorium by King Edward VII in 1906, the historic buildings and gardens of the King Edward VII Hospital were considered a masterpiece in Arts and Crafts design. Until recently, the last 100 years had left their mark on this magnificent building, with various modern buildings being added, eroding the symmetry and […]

Lewes supports Neighbourhood Plan

July 23rd, 2019

Amy Tyler-Jones, Senior Planning Policy Officer, gives an update on Neighbourhood Plans, including the referendum held in Lewes. Fifty five communities across the National Park have taken up the opportunity to prepare Neighbourhood Development Plans (NDP) for their local area. NDPs offers an opportunity for communities to develop a shared vision for their community and […]

First Design Awards for National Park are off to a flying start

July 23rd, 2019

More than 50 entries ranging from a cinema to a visitor centre have been put forward for the first Design Awards for the South Downs National Park. Shortlisting has now begun following the nomination period, which closed at the end of June. The awards will celebrate projects that have made a standout contribution to the […]