Micro-climates of the South Downs @friendssouthdowns.bsky.social. Yesterday I saw Sciancywort, still in flower on the wall of a chalk pit at Newtimber Hill. Gone over everywhere else. Chalk Pits are slightly warmer & less windy due to chalk high albedo effect & wind shadow @bsbibotany.bsky.social

On Thursday 24 Sep 10:30 - 13:00, join us for a 3.5 mile walk to commemorate 100 years since we helped save the Crowlink valley from unwanted development by raising funds to purchase the land. Please join us to celebrate this important history! 🥾 friendsofthesouthdowns.org.uk/events/crowl...

This September in aid of World Suicide Prevention Team, join the sponsored walk raising vital funds for Olly's Future mental health charity on Saturday 5th September 2026. To sign up, visit ollysfuture.org.uk/events/fivep...

Join us for an epic adventure on Sat 5 Sept 2026 at 9am, enjoying the splendour of the South Downs National Park while raising vital funds for our work at www.ollysfuture.org.uk during World Suicide Prevention Week. For anyone who has lost someone to suicide, this is a chance to honour them.

Our brilliant volunteers were removing invasive non-native Himalayan balsam in Storrington this week as part of our collaborative efforts to tackle the spread of the species across the catchment. Interested in joining a sessions this summer? Get in touch: friendsofthesouthdowns.org.uk/contact-us/

Over the next few weeks we are hosting two free guided tours of Ebernoe Nature Reserve, a nature recovery site managed by Sussex Wildlife Trust. Wednesday 6 May 10:00 - 12:30 Wednesday 13 May 10:30 - 12:30 Booking for these events via this link: www.ticketsource.com/friends-of-t...

Last week we hosted Aimee Felus, CE of Western Sussex Rivers Trust for a fabulous talk exploring why we need to bring the power of imagination to the realm of river restoration, and what can happen as a result! We all left feeling inspired and empowered to take action for our local riverscapes.

Our next event is in Pulborough, and guest speaker is the passionate and knowledgeable Chief Executive of the Western Sussex Rivers Trust, Aimee Felus on Tuesday 21st April at 7pm. Tickets are £3 for this talk, booking link here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/friends-of-t... #southdowns #thesouthdowns

Looking for a way to make a real difference? 🌳 We're looking for volunteers to assist with the recording of ancient, veteran and notable trees across the central area of the South Downs National Park. 🔗Find out more: www.southdowns.gov.uk/volunteering/opportunities/ 📸: Nick Heasman

What might you spot this March? #SouthDowns #SouthDownsNationalPark #TheSouthDowns

Next Sunday 8 March, we are hosting a guided walk as part of our new 'No-Fear' walks. This initiative is to encourage those who enjoy walking but haven't tried walking as a group to enjoy a relaxed and welcoming environment. Book your free place via this link: www.ticketsource.co.uk/friends-of-t...

Calling all Under 25's! South Downs National Park have kindly sponsored 6 young people to attend our Nature Writing Book Day for free! It is first come first served, simply email: collections@gilbertwhiteshouse.org.uk. If you miss out & are under 25, use the discount code: BOOKDAY1625

Lottie is wondering if anyone can work out the location of this Friends of the South Downs bench? 🤔 Here's a clue.... it's got a bit of a ring to it! 💍 (and we've got an upcoming event at this location....) Any guesses? 😆 #FriendsoftheSouthDowns #SouthDownsWay #SouthDowns

Free online event coming up on the 18th Feb at 7pm! Get the most out of your smartphone and capture more of the South Downs. Unlock tips and tricks from photographer David Taylor. Grab your free ticket here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/friends-of-t... #SouthDowns #TheSouthDowns #LandscapePhotography

‘South Downs Portraits’ now open at @gilbertwhites.bsky.social , Selborne, Hampshire until April 12, Tuesday to Sunday, 10.30 – 4pm. @southdownsnp.bsky.social #southdowns #portraits #photography

Fancy sending South Downs themed Christmas cards this year? 🎄 Check out the images for our 2025 designs. £5.50 a pack, link to purchase here: friendsofthesouthdowns.org.uk/shop/merchan... #SouthDowns #TheSouthDowns #SouthDownsNationalPark #FriendsOfTheSouthDowns #Christmas2025 #SoutDownsCottage

December 1 marks the first day of Meteorological Winter ❄️ Here's some wildlife picks you might spot this month 🔎

Upcoming online event with author and campaigner Roger Morgan-Grenville on his latest hardback, The Restless Coast. Tickets here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/friends-of-t... Wednesday 19 November 2025 online 7pm via Zoom.

Join Friends of the Dales for the online launch of their latest campaign exploring the illegal killing of birds of prey in the Yorkshire Dales - friendsofthedales.org.uk/events

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Missed a talk? All our past talks can be viewed via our YouTube channel. New Campaign Launch: Eyes on the Skies Tuesday 21 October, 5:30pm – 7:00pm Our powerful new campaign − Eyes on the Skies − call...

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Bird crime in the #YorkshireDales persists – after over 70 years of legal protection. Support our campaign and book for our free ONLINE launch on Tuesday 21 October, 5.30pm at: friendsofthedales.org.uk/events #EyesontheSkies #RaptorPersecution @raptorpersuk.bsky.social @campaign4parks.bsky.social

🌿 Need help getting your group to the South Downs? Travel Grants are now available for wellbeing-focused visits! 🚐 Delivered by CT Sussex & partners 📩 Get a transport quote: travelgrants@ctsussex.org.uk 🔗 Apply: southdowns.gov.uk/health-wellb... #CTSussex #SouthDowns

National Park rivers are at risk ❌ 📉57% of water bodies are failing to meet ‘good’ ecological status 🤢254,808 hours of sewage were spilled in National Park rivers in 2024 No more neglect or broken promises - We’re demanding action with @campaign4parks.bsky.social 👉 www.cnp.org.uk/support/camp...

'You came and looked and saw the view Long known and loved by me Green Sussex fading into blue With just a touch of sea.' – Alfred Lord Tennyson * * * Chanctonbury Ring, a prehistoric hill fort on the South Downs - West Sussex, England by flindersan

This #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, we're sharing an important message: if you think someone might be suicidal, take action, interrupt their thoughts and show them you care. Visit samaritans.org/WSPD Photos from the 17 mile challenge fundraising vital funds for Olly's Future charity supproted by FSD.

On Saturday, Friends of the South Downs supported the Worthing Five Peaks Challenge organised by the team at Olly's Future, raising vital funds during World Suicide Prevention Week. It was a beautiful day of community and fundraising, well done to everyone involved!

That feeling when you’re halfway through your walk only to be greeted by a rain cloud…. We hope your walking isn’t being dampened by the spells of intermittent downpours we are experiencing! 🌧️

Some snaps from a walk from Hascombe to Winkworth covering parts of the Greensand Way Long Distance walk. Fancy joining us this Friday for a 6.5 mile walk along this route? Join us from 10:00 to 13:30. Send an email to enquiries@friendsofthesouthdowns.org.uk to find out more and book your place. 🥾

Our upcoming joint event with Friends of Chichester Harbour is a talk by the wonderful Michael Blencowe on "Auks & Orcas: a journey around the British Isles." ⛵ Please join us for a wonderful evening in Chichester city centre. Ticket price includes arrival drink: bit.ly/3UAKo7V

Our South Downs for All Project in Hampshire is well on the way with school visits to Butser Ancient Farm, Weald and Downland Museum, and Gilbert White's House taken over the recent summer term, supported by NL Heritage Fund. Visit the project website to read about our work: southdownsforall.org.uk

Keep those sign-ups coming in! Thank you to those who have already signed up and claimed their free Young Adult membership! We've got some upcoming events that you may wish to get stuck in with 🙌 Sign-up today and get your free membership! bit.ly/4nk1mVi

Upcoming FREE event! 📍Tuesday 19th August, online via Zoom at 19.00pm. 🦋 A webinar exploring Butterflies of the South Downs with butterfly expert @senizdoesnature.bsky.social Book your free ticket here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/friends-of-t... #SouthDowns #Butterflies #FreeEvent #YouthAction