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Reconstructed Roman garden opens at museum in South Downs National Park

November 3rd, 2023

A beautiful formal Roman Garden next to a reconstructed villa has been opened at an open-air museum in Hampshire. The Duke of Gloucester officially opened the immaculate garden at Butser Ancient Farm, near Waterlooville. The Royal visit coincided with the celebrations for the 20th anniversary of the construction of Butser’s villa, based on the archaeology […]

New community garden will tell story of climate change

November 3rd, 2023

An inspiring plan to create a new community garden that helps raise awareness about climate change and local biodiversity has been given the green light. The Cliff Gardens project, in Seaford, will see a bumpy unmade road transformed into an attractive coastal garden, complete with new raised beds showcasing different habitats and plants, as well […]

ReNature grants are launched for community projects that help wildlife

November 3rd, 2023

Grants of up to £25,000 can be applied for as part of a new funding initiative to help kickstart habitat creation for wildlife. ReNature Grants will help projects that showcase positive management for nature in the community. Projects could creating wildflower meadows, heathland, hedgerow, areas managed as chalk grassland, more natural rivers or dewponds. The […]

“There’s so much green!” Young people enjoy exploring South Downs National Park

November 3rd, 2023

Pond dipping, storytelling, guided nature walks, creating new wildlife habitats and beachcombing are among the exciting activities children have enjoyed as part of a new outdoor initiative. More than 650 children and young people from across Sussex and Hampshire enjoyed a visit to the National Park for “Explorers of the South Downs”. Thanks to a […]

Embrace the darkness and win £100 as South Downs cosmic competition returns

November 1st, 2023

The National Park’s popular astrophotography competition returns for its fourth year and is challenging people to capture a dazzling view of the night sky. As the clocks go back, days are shorter for exploring the National Park, but the night-time offers its own celestial charms. Look up on a clear night and you’ll be treated […]