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Call to help care for heaths as bird numbers soar

April 6th, 2022

Walkers and pet-owners are being encouraged to play their part to help nature recovery after a resurgence of rare birds on precious heaths in East Hampshire. A new ecological report on the Wealden Heaths around Whitehill and Bordon has shown that birdlife is flourishing. The seven heathlands – collectively called the The Wealden Heath Special […]

Discover National Parks Fortnight: 10 amazing facts about the South Downs Way

April 5th, 2022

Many people have an epic tale to tell about the South Downs Way. Whether you’ve walked the whole 100-mile length, or just a section of the route, its breathtaking views of coast and countryside are truly inspiring, uplifting for the soul and can’t fail to stir the imagination. The hilltop route has been trodden by […]

Helping the next generation connect with our amazing planet

March 28th, 2022

A raft of inspiring initiatives are launching to help connect young people with nature and empower them to get involved in climate action. The South Downs National Park Trust is announcing several schemes, including grants for schools across Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire, funding for nature-based activities and a fun eco-art competition. It comes as the […]