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Most accessible routes in the South Downs

March 14th, 2020

Did you know our ambition is to make the South Downs the UK’s most accessible National Park? Work has already begun in earnest to create new routes across this stunning landscape that offer easy access for people with limited mobility – and we’re planning many more in the future! With spring in the air, we […]

Calling all riders! National Park needs your help for handy new trail guides

February 26th, 2020

Horse riders are being called upon to help with the creation of a new series of self-guided trails. The call to action comes as the SDNPA is developing handy downloadable guides that will include some of the best circular routes across Sussex and Hampshire. The Authority is working with the British Horse Society to produce […]

Queen Bee is coming

February 25th, 2020

February is the usual start to the bumblebee season. The first bumbles to be seen are young queens that were born towards the end of last year’s season, between May and September. Following birth these new youngsters will have quickly mated with a male, then fattened themselves up with surplus nectar and pollen and finally […]

Highdown Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan Public Consultation

February 16th, 2020

The South Downs National Park Authority (SDNPA) has prepared a new Character Appraisal and Management Plan for Highdown Conservation Area, on the edge of Worthing The draft document can be found here. These documents periodically review the continued need and purpose of conservation area designation, are recommended in Government guidance and have proved useful tools […]