All posts by Luke Geoghegan

Ghosts and fairies in the South Downs

October 29th, 2015

A study of myths and legends across Sussex and the South Downs has revealed that areas within the National Park could be home to 80 per cent more fairies and a third more ghosts than the average across East and West Sussex. It also reveals that there could be almost twice as much magical treasure […]

Rare butterfly is surprise success for South Downs project

October 28th, 2015

A project to boost numbers of butterflies and chalk grassland in the South Downs National Park near Brighton has unexpectedly seen the return of the silver-spotted skipper butterfly, once close to extinction across the county. The ‘Brighton Blues’ project, led by the South Downs National Park Authority and supported by a grant of £39,425 awarded […]

National Parks taste as good as they look

October 26th, 2015

Did you know that local food and drink is the second biggest draw for visitors to the South Downs National Park after our landscapes? On Monday 26 October we’re joining with our fellow National Parks across England to celebrate the top quality food and drink produced in the country’s finest landscapes. Join in the celebration […]

Lewes venue and date confirmed for North Street Quarter Decision

October 12th, 2015

One of the most significant planning applications submitted since the South Downs National Park came into existence will be considered at a meeting of the South Downs National Park Authority’s Planning Committee on Thursday, 10 December at County Hall in Lewes. The North Street Quarter lies to the immediate north west of Lewes town centre. […]

Eight top views from buses in the South Downs

October 9th, 2015

Leave road stress at home with the car and discover the South Downs by bus. A new guide to public transport in the National Park highlights eight breathtaking bus routes in the area. Click on the first picture to open the gallery. Request your free copy of the South Downs National Park Public Transport Guide […]