All posts by jefftravis

Update on Lewes planning

April 1st, 2026

Lewes and its surrounding local communities continue to be a hugely important part of the National Park since its creation 15 years ago. Planning is at the heart of ensuring the area’s continued vibrancy and prosperity. During that time some planning work was delivered on the National Park Authority’s behalf by Lewes and Eastbourne Councils […]

Sycamore Gap tree is planted in South Downs National Park

March 31st, 2026

A “Tree of Hope” grown from the iconic Sycamore Gap tree on Hadrian’s Wall has been planted in the South Downs National Park. Community leaders gathered yesterday at a beautiful spot next to Swanbourne Lake, Arundel, to plant the tree. The tree was grown with seeds taken from the original Sycamore Gap tree that was […]

Huge new water-inspired National Nature Reserve is created in South Downs

March 19th, 2026

A new National Nature Reserve spanning a vast area of East Sussex has been announced today to help protect vital water resources in the unique chalk landscape. The Seven Sisters National Nature Reserve (SSNNR) is the UK’s first groundwater-inspired reserve of its kind and seeks to protect our drinking water, which filters through the chalk […]

Mythical “goatsucker” bird makes comeback in South Downs National Park

March 16th, 2026

They are one of Britain’s most elusive birds, known for their “churring” song when darkness falls and a supernatural reputation thanks to their mythical ability to steal milk from goats. Now the nightjar is making a remarkable comeback in the South Downs National Park, thanks to nature recovery efforts and better habitat management. Since recording […]

Update on fire-damaged buildings in Midhurst

March 13th, 2026

We share everybody’s frustrations about the amount of time that has now passed since the blaze, not least as our primary business location is in the town. We are delighted that a specialist practice is now advising the owners and they have come forward with a basic proposal for the fire-damaged buildings that include the […]