Ambitious plans to transform a former golf course in the heart of the South Downs have taken a step forward.

Ambitious plans to transform former South Downs golf course

The national landmark, famous as a symbol of wartime defence, has uninterrupted views across the Channel.

Section of iconic White Cliffs of Dover on sale for £50,000

There are reports that the number of bottlenose dolphins seen on the south coast have doubled.

Excitement as dolphin sightings double on south coast

25082020 Library photo of a brown marmorated stink bug

Researchers in Kent have successfully captured an invasive insect, which decimates crops of apples and pears, in the hope of estimating the damage it could cause. The Brown Marmorated Stink Bug has been a global pest for at least 15 years.

Invasive stink bug which threatens fruit crops caught for first time in UK 

He was created six months ago by an entomologist from Brighton, with the aim to promote wildlife recording.

Meet TinyRecorder, the 43mm tall south coast explorer!

The species has been on the critically endangered list since 1996. Keepers have described the foal as "an extremely important addition" to the zoo.

'Incredibly rare' African wild ass born at Marwell Zoo in Hampshire

A mother is calling for signs warning about the presence of Giant Hogweed to be posted on public footpaths, after her children ended up in a specialist medical unit needing treatment for burns and blisters.

Giant Hogweed leaves children with burns and blisters

There's growing concern over the rise of Dutch Elm Disease in our region

There's growing concern over a massive rise in Dutch Elm Disease in East Sussex which is affecting the elm tree population. Brighton Council is now urging the public to tell them if they see trees showing the classic symptoms of the disease.

Concern over rise in Dutch Elm Disease in East Sussex

Photo of a fire spreading along a cliff at a beach in Bournemouth 

People are being reminded to beware of the dangers of fires in open spaces such as beaches or parks or forests, particularly on hot days. The alert follows a number of fires. New Forest rangers are asking visitors not to set camp fires or use barbecues.

Wildfire warning for campers and funseekers

The attraction closed in March due to government social distancing guidelines. The conservation charity says "safety is at the forefront" of the re-opening.

Hawk Conservancy Trust in Hampshire reopens to the public 

Swimmers taking to the sea in Brighton during the pandemic.

Swimming clubs across the South East are calling for the government to reopen pools as soon as possible. They had been gearing up for reopening on July 4, but instead they are still waiting to find out when they can to return to action. 

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