Ecology on the landscape scale in our beautiful part of the world here in Sussex. Ross will be discussing the challenges facing the habitat and how land managers can overcome them and his role in making this happen. One of the greatest tools to help achieve this is the revival of ancient hardy breeds grazing…
A quieter, contemplative session exploring the wisdom of Ashdown Fores: how nature mirrors our patterns, reveals our blind spots, and invites us to let go. Emma: ‘I’ve led through growth, change and burnout. I’ve walked away from a successful career, and built something more aligned with who I really am. Thorp Coaching brings together the…
Find out about native Pine Martens that used to live in Ashdown Forest and how they live. Discover why they disappeared from here and find out what they would need to thrive again. Learn about The South-East Pine Marten Restoration Project which is assessing the feasibility of reintroducing them in Kent and East Sussex –…
Ashdown Forest is an important landscape for many threatened and vunerable species, which many people love to visit just for the chance that they might see something rare and exciting. But what are the bird species that call this place home? This talk explores some of the most impressive, (and some very secretive and hardly…
130million years in 30 minutes! A very brief talk about the history of Ashdown Forest. How society and human hand has shaped the Forest to what we know and love today. From an early age Ash has been passionate about wildlife and conservation. Growing up in the Yorkshire countryside provided early experiences that led him…
