News from the South Downs National Park

Celebrating still wines of the South Downs

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 […]

South Downs business initiative leads green economic recovery

An exciting new business initiative launches today, aimed at tackling climate change, helping nature and kickstarting a green recovery for the region’s economy following the pandemic. Our South Downs has been created to provide an innovative network where businesses and organisations can connect with each other, share services and products, and work together towards sustainability. […]

Celebrating the marvellous museums of the South Downs National Park

Museums are as important for the future as they are for preserving the past. They play a crucial role in conserving our local culture, harbouring artefacts, discoveries, artistic creations, and writings that are vital for both regional and national identity. But they are so much more than just historical treasure troves and windows to the […]

Plans submitted for Lewes Bus Station site

A planning application for the Lewes Bus Station site has been submitted to the National Park Authority and details are available on our website planning portal by searching: SDNP/22/02197/FUL. The Authority will consider the information that has been provided as part of its assessment of the application. How to view and comment on the application […]

Be “tick aware” when out and about in the South Downs

As tick season begins, people are being encouraged to become “tick aware” and take some simple precautions. Lyme disease is an infection that can be passed to people when they are bitten by an infected tick. People are most likely to encounter ticks when doing activities in the countryside or other green spaces such as […]

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