South downs

Lake District guide: the best hotels, restaurants, sights and things to do in Cumbria. From a secluded hotel and lake house to fine dining in Grasmere, Antonia Quirke reveals the highlights

Illustration of the South Downs a region of hillside stretching from East Sussex to Hampshire in southern England.

Creation of the fourth-largest national park in England and Wales is met with joy – and a little scepticism

South Downs National Park. www.photoss.net

Illustration of the South Downs a region of hillside stretching from East Sussex to Hampshire in southern England.

A brisk and cloudy morning over East Sussex, with the sun running its fingers capriciously along the spine of the South Downs where they made their final eastward roll before smoothing out into the

The South Downs, The Peak District and Bannau Brycheiniog (the Brecon Beacons) are just 3 of the UK's National Parks. Read our guide to the full 15 (link in our bio) and don't forget to nominate for the National Park Protector Awards 2024 with @campaign4parks . Which is your favourite National Park? #Nationalparks #Breconbeacons #peakdistrict #southdowns #nature #uknationalparks

How to visit the Seven Sisters in England? Save this post for your next trip to England. Received a lot of questions about this spot, so here’s some more info on how to visit the Seven Sisters! The Seven Sisters are a series of stunning white chalk cliffs located between Seaford and Eastbourne in the South Downs National Park. Definitely a must-see if you’re traveling through southern England. While there are several viewpoints, the most breathtaking one is Seaford Head. There you…

Sussex local Annabelle Thorpe recommends what to see and do in Britain's new national park

Taking cues from the colours of the South Downs national park, Angelica Squire and her team have created a welcoming retreat for a busy duo