All posts by jefftravis

From youth ambassador to South Downs National Park ranger…

June 28th, 2025

For World Female Ranger Day, we catch up with Assistant Ranger Kirsty Ferris, who went from being a volunteer youth ambassador for National Parks to becoming a fully-fledged ranger. Why did you want to become a National Park ranger? Becoming a National Park ranger felt like a natural path for me. The outdoors has always […]

South Downs National Park is open for business: new director appointed to lead growth

June 23rd, 2025

A new director has been appointed at the National Park Authority to lead on business partnerships and broaden income to help accelerate nature restoration, increase access and fight climate change. With two decades of wide-ranging experience in the commercial, fundraising and communications sectors, James Winkworth is excited to become Director of Growth and Organisational Development. […]

Vine-tastic! South Downs winemakers raise a toast to climate action

June 19th, 2025

Vineyards across the South Downs are embracing climate action to produce gorgeous glasses of fizz more sustainably. From solar panels, to energy-efficient equipment, rainwater harvesting and less fertilisers, producers in one of the UK’s winemaking hubs are finding innovative ways to do their bit for the planet. Seven vineyards in and around the South Downs […]