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Grants for High Weald heroes
24 March 2026
Two new grant funds for High Weald Heroes are open for new applications. Find out more about the High Weald Nature and Community Fund and High Weald Lund Fellowships.
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High Weald Lund Fellowship: Stories of Regenerative Farming
23 March 2026
Nigel Akehurst was one of the first recipients of the High Weald Lund Fellowship. He has used the grant to document and share farmers' experiences of regenerative farming, with the aim of inspiring and supporting the High Weald's many young farmers who are embracing nature friendly farming practices.
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Planning Reform and National Landscapes: key messages and recommendations
25 February 2026
The government is currently consulting on some proposed reforms to the planning system (the National Planning Policy Framework) which could have important implications for the UK’s National Landscapes, including the High Weald.
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Eyes in the Sky: Using Drones to Monitor Deer
28 January 2026
Deer management is important in sensitive landscapes. Without careful control, deer populations can increase by 30% each year. The High Weald was the first national landscape to use drone technology to monitor deer populations. Find out why, and how it's done.
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Save the Date! High Weald Walking Festival 2026
27 January 2026
This year’s High Weald Walking Festival will run from 12-20 September 2026. Now in its 9th year, the festival is a chance to explore the stunning landscape, discover the High Weald’s rich history and admire its breath-taking views. The festival is free, and open to walkers of all levels.
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Position Statement: High Weald Soft Landscaping & Planting Plans in Development Proposals
16 January 2026
The High Weald Soft Landscaping in Development Proposals Planning Advice Note is a technical piece of guidance, aimed specifically at helping Local Authority planning officers to assess soft landscaping proposals in the High Weald.
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Grant fund for landowners extended for three years
12 January 2026
Excellent news for all landowners in the High Weald: the government has announced that it will be extending the Farming in Protected Landscapes grant fund until March 2029. The fund is open to landowners within the High Weald National Landscape, including those managing woodlands and nature reserves, as well as farmers. It will help landowners […]
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High Weald Nature and Community Fund grants awarded in 2025
16 December 2025
Projects across the High Weald National Landscape have been accepted for funding by the High Weald Nature and Community Fund in 2025. They are run by charities and community groups across Kent, Sussex and Surrey.
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Winter Walks in the High Weald
16 December 2025
Now is a great time to enjoy a winter walk. With the trees bare, views of the High Weald’s medieval character open up, its special features are revealed, and some wildlife is easier to spot. Wrap up warm, take your time, and you’ll discover a landscape that’s every bit as interesting in the colder months as it is in high summer.
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