Falmer Pond restoration project

Since 2023, we've worked with South Downs National Park Authority, local residents, Falmer Parish Council, and the Friends of Falmer Pond to develop plans to restore Falmer Pond.

Together, we’ve secured funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to help deliver this project.

You can read more about the Falmer Pond Restoration Project on our website or have a look at the Downs to the Sea project first year report Celebrating A Year of the Downs to the Sea Project - South Downs National Park Authority

Share your views and feedback

In phase 1 of this project, we're looking to hear from you about your relationship and connection to Falmer Pond.

In phase 2, we shared final design proposals and invited feedback before we submit a planning application. This engagement is open to everyone, including residents, visitors and local organisations.

The proposals aim to:

• improve the pond’s historic setting
• improve water quality
• enhance wildlife and biodiversity

Next steps

The planning application was submitted in July 2026. A link for comments and support will be shared in Phase 4, when it is live on the South Downs NP Planning Authority website.