All posts by lukewalter

Cycling the Eastern Downs: best rides this Autumn and Winter

November 2nd, 2022

The open Eastern Downs and chalk valleys region is an area of contrasts. From wide open spaces to remote hidden valleys, expansive arable fields to sheep-grazed downland and pebble beaches. Curving hills studded with ancient earthworks roll away into the distance under big skies, giving generous views across fields to the sea. With 1,200 kilometres […]

The best picnic spots in the South Downs

June 21st, 2022

You may not know it but July is National Picnic Month. With so many endearing beauty spots across the National Park, you could have your pick (no pun intended) of anywhere to settle down and enjoy a lovely lunch. In honour of this quintessentially English month of celebration, we asked some of our sustainable transport partners […]

Celebrating still wines of the South Downs

May 24th, 2022

Across the South Downs National Park, locals and visitors can enjoy some of England’s finest sparkling and white wines produced by award-winning, local vineyards nestled into the stunning landscapes of England’s newest National Park. The vineyards owe their success and inspiration to the chalky soils and fine climate providing a unique ‘flavour of the South […]

Trees bring a new lease of life to the South Downs

March 21st, 2022

As the warmth of spring sunshine bathes the South Downs, thousands of new life-giving trees are sprouting up from the soil. It’s been a busy few months because well over 11,000 trees have been planted across the region – on top of 10,000 trees planted during the previous winter. Now the inspiring initiative, called “Trees […]

Five ideas for a perfect Mothering Sunday

March 11th, 2022

This year, Mother’s Day is on 27 March 2022. In the UK, Mother’s Day aka Mothering Sunday, always falls on the Fourth Sunday in Lent, meaning it changes every year. This year, with it being later than normal, makes it the perfect opportunity to get outside with the whole family. Here’s some ideas on where […]