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JOIN US AND HELP PROTECT AND CONSERVE THE BEAUTY OF THE SOUTH DOWNS

We are the membership charity, working in partnership with the South Downs National Park Authority and the South Downs National Park Trust to campaign, protect and conserve the landscape of the park, so that it can be enjoyed by everyone, for future generations.

Joining the society is a simple way to do something practical to help protect the South Downs landscape.

We have several different annual membership options as described below.


Personal Membership

A great way to support the work of the society either on your own or with a family member. As a member you will receive:

  • A comprehensive walks and strolls programme
  • Opportunities to enjoy special member talks and activities
  • Volunteering opportunities
  • Our members’ quarterly newsletter, The Downsman
  • Monthly e-newsletters
  • Access to the Members Area of the Society website

One Year Individual (One Adult)

£30.00Add to basket

One Year Joint (Two Adults living at the same address)

£40.00Add to basket


Gift Membership

The ideal gift for anybody who loves the South Downs National Park as much as we do. Great for birthdays, Christmas and anniversaries, or maybe a simple “thank you”.

One Year Individual (One Adult)

£30.00Add to basket

One Year Joint (Two Adults living at the same address)

£40.00Add to basket


Business Membership

Your business may be based within the South Downs National Park or maybe you just have an affinity with the park which you wish to demonstrate by becoming a Member. In doing so you can help protect our special area and at the same time get a number of benefits:

  • An introduction and short welcome item about your business in our E News and Downsman quarterly magazine
  • On line listing on our website to help promote your business
  • Positive recognition as a socially responsible and caring company
  • Cross marketing opportunities through our social media
  • 2 copies of our Downsman magazine for display in your reception area etc.
  • Opportunities for employee involvement in volunteering activities
  • Participation in walks and strolls, talks and other events
  • Use of our logo on your website to highlight your support
  • Access to landscape knowledge and expertise

One Year – Up to 9 employees

£50.00Add to basket

One Year – 10 employees and over

£100.00Add to basket


Affiliate Membership

For organisations that share the Society’s aims in protecting the National Park and would like to support us in this work.

One Year Small/Youth (up to 100 members)

£15.00Add to basket

One Year Medium (101 to 250 members)

£25.00Add to basket

One Year Large (over 250 members)

£50.00Add to basket