All posts by jefftravis

Warm afternoons enjoying the sunshine, a comforting crispness in the morning air, farmers busy harvesting amazing local produce and breathtaking seas of purple heathers across the National Park – this time of year is so very special! As we enjoy the last few weeks of summer and head into autumn, it’s a time to really […]

Community-based energy in the region has taken a big step forward with the launch of a rooftop solar power scheme. Solar panels will be installed at three sites after Energise South Downs raised over £300,000 through its first-ever community share offer. In addition to community backing, the share offer attracted generous support from the South […]

The clock is counting down to the deadline for people to have their say on an ambitious plan for the South Downs National Park. The Partnership Management Plan is the most important document for any National Park, laying out key priorities and targets for the next five years. The public consultation launched on 9 June […]

Efforts are under way to help protect the elusive European eel that makes an incredible 4,000-mile transatlantic journey to the rivers of the South Downs National Park. As National Marine Week begins on 26 July, the National Park and its partners are raising awareness of the strong link between the health of rivers and seas […]

Much-needed improvements are on the way to a nature reserve in Petersfield to make it even better for wildlife and visitors. Funding of around £350,000 will be invested to improve Rotherlands Local Nature Reserve, a 7.6-hectare (19-acre) wildlife haven that includes a stretch of the River Rother and is home to otter, brown trout, and […]