All posts by Luke Geoghegan

Barn Owl Cam – Waiting for the last owlet!

May 26th, 2017

In the past week we have seen 3 new arrivals in our barn owl box! The first was on Friday 19 May, the next on Sunday and the third on Tuesday 23. We are expecting the last owlet any moment now, keep an eye on our webcam for your chance to watch the moment it hatches. […]

Your time is precious – Volunteers Week

May 25th, 2017

Volunteering isn’t only good for the National Park. We know our volunteers come for many reasons and get a lot out of it. They gain new skills, discover their local history, make new friends, get exercise and enjoy nature. Whoever you are, there are opportunities out there that will fit to your specific skills, interests […]

New Cycle Leaflet – Telscombe, Rodmell and Southease

May 19th, 2017

Cycle through stunning chalk downland, picturesque villages and inspiring views with our new Peacehaven cycle leaflet. Enjoy the meandering River Ouse and the new Egrets Way shared path with this leaflet that includes two routes of differing lengths. Suitable for mountain bikes, both routes incorporate bridleways, gravel tracks and quiet lanes, and give you the […]

Barn Owls – Still waiting for chicks!

May 19th, 2017

Unfortunately, the egg which looked damaged last week, was rejected by the female. It is quite typical to find unhatched eggs when the chicks have hatched, so this is nothing to worry about. It may be that it was infertile, or it could have been accidentally damaged by the pair when they have been moving […]

South Downs Way gets a permanent start/end point in Winchester

May 15th, 2017

One of the most popular National Trails in the country, the South Downs Way, has finally got an official western start/end point at the National Trust’s Winchester City Mill. A special way marker has been developed by the South Downs National Park and the National Trust property and made possible thanks in part to a […]