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Hundreds of children explore the High Weald’s outdoors thanks to £30,000 boost

Twenty-seven primary schools in the High Weald National Landscape have used grant awards to swap classroom walls for the wonders of their unique and beautiful surroundings.

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High Weald AONB Management Plan adopted by all Local Authorities

Great news! The High Weald AONB Management Plan 2024-2029 has now been adopted by all the Local Authorities with land within the High Weald boundary.

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Out and about with the High Weald team – Winter 2024/25

Read all about our latest events, meetings and other activities, all flying the flag for this historic and beautiful landscape and the people and wildlife that call it home.

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Farming in Protected Landscapes Programme extended to 2026

Additional funding is now available for projects that help nature recover, reduce the impacts of climate change, protect and enhance cultural heritage and improve access to - and enjoyment of - our beautiful landscapes.

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BLOG: Turn a High Weald Walk into an adventure this Spring!

Spring is the perfect time to explore the High Weald, as woodlands and hedgerows burst into bloom. Here are five of our favourite ways to keep kids (and adults!) entertained outdoors...

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Landmark Deer Management Conference Hosted by High Weald National Landscape Partnership

The High Weald National Landscape Partnership recently welcomed 150 people to a conference focused on the growing challenge of deer management. The event brought together landowners, deer managers, conservationists to explore sustainable and humane strategies for managing deer populations while preserving the unique and cherished landscape of the High Weald.

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Have you noticed something different at Bedgebury Pinetum?

35 poles and 2.4km of overhead power lines have been removed at this special site, thanks to a £300,000 project with UK Power Networks, supported by the High Weald National Landscape Partnership.

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High Weald gift guide: shop local this Christmas!

Check out our ideas for locally-sourced Christmas presents from High Weald producers - from books, candles, cheeses and wines to the sustainable Sussex trug, the product of a traditional woodland craft...

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Out and about with the High Weald team – Autumn 2024

Read all about our latest events, meetings and other activities, all flying the flag for this historic and beautiful landscape and the people and wildlife that call it home.

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