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Welcome... Get involved Get active! Discover another Whether you prefer hiking, way to explore walking on the beach or Fed up with traffic? Tired of biking in the forests, there’s the kids fighting in the back? an outdoor activity for The good news is, days out everyone in the National in the National Park don’t Park. Whether you’re a total always have to involve the car. beginner or a dedicated In fact, sometimes the best fitness fan looking for a new adventures begin with trying challenge, you can find great a new way of travel. There trails by searching for Walk are plenty of ways to get and Rides at southdowns. around using public transport, gov.uk so grab your bike or hop on a bus or train, then relax Great days out and take in the view. Find There’s always something out more at southdowns. going on in the National gov.uk/discover. For Park – from big events to public transport information, fun family days out and visit traveline.co.uk foodie trails. Find out more or call 0871 2002233. at southdowns.gov.uk/ For train timetables, visit enjoying nationalrail.co.uk or Have your say call 08457 484950. Whether you live in, work in, visit or are just passionate about the National Park, joining our online Forum is the ideal way to raise topics, join in discussions, post

© Cath Harris Looking for photos, take part in surveys your local ranger? or simply find out about There are a number of area what’s going on. It only takes a ofﬁ ces across Hampshire moment to sign up. Just visit and Sussex. For information, southdowns.gov.uk/ please use the contact Amberley Mount Amberley forum The South Downs National Park is details below. Britain’s newest National Park, rich in landscape, culture and wildlife. Discover ancient woodland and enjoy spectacular Contact us: South Downs National Park Authority views as you explore the open downs Hatton House, Bepton Road, Midhurst, and heathlands. You’ll also find bustling West Sussex GU29 9LU @SDNPA /SDNPA market towns and peaceful rural villages, Tel 0300 303 1053 Your guide to the historic houses and the remains of Email [email protected] www.southdowns.gov.uk

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