South Downs National Park

Post by **Richard** » 01 Apr 2011, 22:07

As it officially became a national park today, does anyone live there and have any views on it?

I think it's great news and a big step in keeping some of our Land more protected, or could it become more a commercial tourist Park?

Richard )t'

Post by **p.penn** » 01 Apr 2011, 22:15

I saw it on the local news last night and a farmer in our village was interviewed. Not sure what the implications will be for people like me, although I believe there will be issues for local farmers and the powers that be.

There may be problems as many people (if not the majority) will see it merely as a place of beauty, and forget that it is a working environment too.

Post by **Richard** » 01 Apr 2011, 22:19

I guess there are some who would think on the lines that as it's a National Park, they more or less have the right to roam everywhere.

Post by **p.penn** » 01 Apr 2011, 22:25

Absolutely, and while there are footpaths/bridleway responsibilities that farmers (quite rightly) have to adhere to, there is a definite lack of respect from quite a few people who abuse their rights and infringe on, what ultimately is, private property.