South Downs National Park

From rolling hills to bustling market towns, the South Downs National Park’s landscapes cover 1,600km2 of breathtaking views & hidden gems.

@SevenSistersCP

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We’d love to welcome you there💜

Find out more here: https://t.co/Nkr647l9AM 🔗

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Due to the extreme heat and the latest national guidance, we’ve made the difficult decision to cancel our “Experience the Seven Sisters Day” for Saturday 27 June.

Our Discover the Heaths Day at Hogmoor Inclosure in Bordon is still going ahead on Sunday 28 June.

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Due to the current extreme weather conditions, the South Downs Centre will be closed to walk-in visitors on Thursday 25 June and Friday 26 June.

Our services remain available by phone [phone] and email via [email protected] during this time.

📸: Nick Pailthorpe

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The bee orchid.

Named after its main pollinator, this sneaky orchid mimics a female bee to lure males in. But because the right bee isn’t found in the UK, our bee orchids end up self‑pollinating.

📸: Charlie Hellewell

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Based on the latest guidance from national agencies in light of the current red heat-health alert for the south east, we have taken the decision to postpone tomorrow's Policy & Resources Committee. The Committee will now take place on Thursday 9th July.

📸: Sam Moore

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Our rangers have been out monitoring the house martin nest cups recently installed near Brighton.

Yesterday’s check showed around 18 cups occupied by pairs with chicks, with several broods already close to fledging.

Ranger Kim captured this video 🙌

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Due to the current extreme weather conditions, the South Downs Centre will be closed to walk-in visitors on Wednesday 24 June and Thursday 25 June.

Our services remain available by phone [phone]) and email via [email protected] during this time.

📸: SDNPA

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Today is the final opportunity to submit any comments before the proposed South Downs Local Plan is sent to an independent Planning Inspector for examination.

The consultation closes at 23.59 tonight (23 June).

Have your say here: https://t.co/akbFOYwojJ 💬

📸: Mischa Haller

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Hiding indoors from the sun this week? Good idea.

When the weather cools, why not come along to our ReNature Festival event at Seven Sisters this Saturday 27 June?

Find out more and book here: https://t.co/Q8z08PM7nS 🔗

📸: Gary Jones

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ReNature Festival: Discover Your Heaths Day, 28 June 🌷

Come along for a free day of family activities as we celebrate our wonderful heathlands!

📍Hogmoor Inclosure, Bordon

Find out more: https://t.co/YYQL197aHM 🦋

📸: Andy Reeves

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Celebrating, remembering, or just enjoying a peaceful walk - however you’re spending Father’s Day, the South Downs is here for you.

📸: Stuart Gerrett

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Tomorrow is the summer solstice, the official start of astronomical summer.

The longest day and the shortest night of the year - a good excuse to slow down and enjoy the extra daylight.

📸: Simon Morris

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With high temperatures forecast the next few days, please plan ahead: carry water, take regular shade stops and avoid midday temperatures.

BBQs and open flames are not allowed anywhere in the National Park.

Please take care in the heat ☀️

📸: Dave Meades

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• Willow weaving workshop with artist Mandie Molyneaux
• Mindfulness in Nature with Brenda, the Stress Less Coach
• Nature photography for young people with award‑winning photographer Felix

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Our ReNature Festival is here! 😍

Join us for our Experience the Seven Sisters Day Saturday 27 June, featuring a wonderful mix of activities, including...

📸: Tim Squire

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• Bird spotting at Cuckmere Haven with Ranger and bird expert Tim
• Nature walk led by Biodiversity Educationalist Dr Dan Danahar
• Archaeology walk with archaeologist Gary

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Poppy paradise.

📸: Alexander Swyer

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"There ant no place like Sussex,⠀
Until ye goos above,⠀
For Sussex will be Sussex,⠀
And Sussex wunt be druv."

- W Victor Cook⠀
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Happy #SussexDay everyone!

📸: Michael Steven Harris
📍Chanctonbury Ring

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Looking for a sign to visit the South Downs National Park this weekend?

Here you go.

📸: Sam Moore

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One week left to have your say on our proposed Local Plan 👋

This is your final chance to share comments before it’s submitted for the next stage.

Closes 23:59 on 23 June 2026.

Find out more here: https://t.co/Hd9FzDYd5b 🔗

📸: Chris Gorman (Cover image)