NEWS & BLOG
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Since we announced the closure of our organisation we have had some wonderful [read more]
moreOrganisation behind The South Pennines Park to close
It is with a heavy heart that we announce that The South Pennines [read more]
moreBolton photography enthusiast Les Fitton announced as the winner of the South Pennines Park photography competition
Les Fitton, a retired resident in Bolton, has been announced as the winner [read more]
moreHeritage Survey Tender
Are you passionate about the historical assets across the River Holme catchment? Are [read more]
moreDrone Tender News
Calling drone and stills photographer along the length of the River Holme. The [read more]
moreAvid hiker Joseph McKenzie wins The South Pennines Park Photography Competition for August.
The plant machinery inspector has a unique passion for photography, alongside his professional [read more]
moreTravel by train through the South Pennines Park (Walking in the Footsteps of Pioneers Itinerary)
Do you fancy exploring the stunning South Pennines Park? We’ve got the perfect [read more]
moreTravel by train through the South Pennines Park (Outdoors and Adventure Itinerary)
Do you fancy exploring the stunning South Pennines Park? We’ve got the perfect [read more]
morePhotography Competition Update
We are halfway through the year and what a year it has been. [read more]
moreThe South Pennines Park Champions Challenge
Our new Champions Challenge gives you the opportunity to explore the South Pennines [read more]
moreSouth Pennines Park Walk and Ride Festival makes triumphant return after four-year hiatus
The South Pennines Park Walk and Ride Festival is back – and we [read more]
moreLife for a Life Memorial Forests: Nature, Remembrance, and Community Support in the South Pennines Park
In the vast South Pennines Park, a remarkable organisation called Life for a [read more]
moreSouth Pennines Park Awards: Special Recognition Award Winner
Accessible Calderdale and Visits Unlimited were crowned winners of the Special Recognition Award. [read more]
moreSouth Pennines Park Awards: Green Legacy Winner
The Climate Challenge College are our Green Legacy award winners. The Climate Challenge [read more]
moreJudges’ decision was black and white for snapper Jane
An amateur photographer is urging more people to enjoy ‘me time’ photographing the [read more]
moreSouth Pennines Park hosts sustainable food networking event to promote local produce and reduce food waste.
The South Pennines Park and University of Huddersfield are proud to announce its [read more]
moreSouth Pennines Park Awards: Nature Recovery Champion
Calderdale Countryside Volunteers are our Nature Recovery Champions at the South Pennines Park [read more]
moreVolunteer as a Walk Leader in Bradford
We caught up with Sarah Wimpenny from the ‘Well Together Service’ at Bradford [read more]
moreSouth Pennines Park Awards: Young Nature Champion
Muhammad Abdulrashid from Blackburn was named our Young Nature Champion at the inaugural [read more]
moreSouth Pennines Park Awards: Sustainable Business Winner
An innovative West Yorkshire business was our Sustainable Business Champion at the South [read more]
moreSouth Pennines Park Awards: Wellbeing Champion
Volunteer-led charity Blackdog Outdoors was our Wellbeing Champion at the inaugural South Pennines [read more]
moreSouth Pennines Park Awards: Creative Champions Winner
We are pleased to spotlight another of our winners from the South Pennines [read more]
moreSouth Pennines Park Awards: Community Champion Winner
The South Pennines Park Awards 2023 were held at the legendary Piece Hall [read more]
moreExploring the heritage on your doorstep
The South Pennines Park has such a rich history from prehistoric to the [read more]
moreHow PROSPECTS Foundation is taking environmental action in Hyndburn
The PROSPECTS Foundation is Hyndburn’s community-owned environmental charity, founded by local residents in [read more]
more“I’m really lucky to live in such a green place”
Cliviger-based Jack Launer has entered the South Pennines Park photography competition every month [read more]
moreMilnrow photographer Chris snaps up South Pennines Park March crown
School learning mentor Chris Jepson-Brown has been crowned winner of the South Pennines [read more]
moreCommunity Q&A with Blackdog Outdoors
Blackdog outdoors is a platform for re-connecting people with the great outdoors. Run [read more]
moreThe story of Trees for Burnley
We had a chat with Trees for Burnley – recently named ‘Green Champions’ [read more]
moreSpecial moment captured in Bingley wins first place in February’s photography competition
Keen nature photographer and walker Deborah Clarke has been selected as this month’s [read more]
moreHare-raising entry takes first place in South Pennines Park photography competition
The judge’s votes have been cast, and the winners have been chosen. It’s [read more]
moreJoin our Community Workshops and have your say about the South Pennines Park!
The South Pennines Park is engaging with communities and businesses across the region [read more]
moreSouth Pennines Park Awards seeks sponsors and nominations
If you are an individual, community group or one of the brilliant businesses [read more]
moreAnnouncing the South Pennines Park awards
**Entries for the inaugural South Pennines Park Awards 2023 are now closed** The [read more]
moreLittleborough: conservation, heritage and watersports activities
Nestled into the foothills of the South Pennines and the beautiful Upper Roach [read more]
moreRestoring Nature’s Holme
A project to create ‘nature-rich’ corridors along nearly 22km of river and tributaries [read more]
moreLaunching our photography competition
A picture is worth a thousand words – that’s why South Pennines Park [read more]
moreTwo new listed buildings in the South Pennines Park
The heritage of the South Pennines Park is truly amazing in its diversity. [read more]
moreRawtenstall: Vintage steam trains, local ale and spectacular walking trails
Part of the lush green Rossendale Valley, Rawtenstall is a Lancashire market town [read more]
moreVoices from the Park
We’re delighted to release a series of unique audio recordings as Voices from [read more]
moreBurnley: cotton mills, walking and witches galore
Burnley: towering cotton mills, spectacular walking routes and witches galore. The Pennine town [read more]
moreFantastic fungi of the South Pennines
We caught up with National Trust ecologist Steve Hindle to find out more [read more]
moreSkipton: a castle, canal paths and cobbled streets
Skipton: storm a medieval castle, stroll down pretty canal paths and sup Yorkshire [read more]
moreYHA Festival of Walking
We’re pleased to be supporting the YHA Festival of Walking. Running till 20 [read more]
morePaw-fect autumnal adventures across the South Pennines Park
Lace up your walking boots, dig out your woolly hat and treat your [read more]
moreHebden Bridge: inclusive, independent and community centred
If you’re looking for a quirky, picturesque market town with a high street [read more]
moreDrought conditions in South Pennines Park
This summer’s weather has played havoc on our landscapes. You only need to [read more]
moreChampioning inclusivity across South Pennines Park
On a gloriously sunny day, members of the South Pennines Park community team [read more]
moreCelebrating 10 years of The Pennine Bridleway National Trail
Nearly forty years ago, three friends set out on an adventure to explore [read more]
moreShipley: focusing on sustainability, heritage and championing local independent businesses
The thriving market town of Shipley is well known for its UNESCO World [read more]
moreWater voles reintroduced to Holme Valley
Meet the newest furry residents of the South Pennines Park – the ecologically [read more]
moreCall for hypervigilance against moorland fires as exceptional temperatures rise
As temperatures soar across the South Pennines Park, organisations are calling for hyper [read more]
moreKeighley’s award winning hops, vintage railway and vibrant community museums
Within half an hour of Leeds and Bradford and nestled in the beautiful [read more]
moreThe Cotton Famine Road
The Cotton Famine Road, Rooley Moor and the Neighbourhood Forum Driving on the [read more]
moreRamsbottom: local ales, vintage trains and the World Black Pudding Throwing Championships
Perched on the edge of the West Pennine moors, the quirky market town [read more]
moreBradford is City of Culture 2025
We are delighted that Bradford has been awarded UK City of Culture 2025. [read more]
moreMarsden: glorious views, award-winning produce and eco heaven
The delightful West Yorkshire village of Marsden is nestled at the top of [read more]
moreThree South Pennines Park communities named “Best Places to Live in UK”
The Sunday Times has selected not one but three South Pennines Park locations [read more]
moreWild, romantic and full of character – the charming village of Haworth
If you enjoy wild and untamed landscapes, independent shops and dramatic love stories, [read more]
moreBe Moor Aware this season
Organisations across the South Pennines Park are calling for members of the public [read more]
moreHappy in Huddersfield
Once voted the third happiest place to live in the UK, this charming [read more]
morePlanting for the future in Lancashire
Through a partnership between Blackburn with Darwen, Burnley, Hyndburn, Pendle and Rossendale Borough [read more]
moreWindy, wet and wild: protecting the park’s blanket bog
Blanket bog can be found on the hills above the towns and cities [read more]
moreSouth Pennines Park: The Government’s Response to the Glover Review
South Pennines Park welcomes the news that the Government’s plans to develop a [read more]
moreNature lovers urged to help bring ‘Pennine finch’ back from the brink
Nature lovers across the South Pennines are being asked to support efforts to [read more]
moreA giant sponge at Holcombe Moor
National Trust Holcombe Moor becomes “giant sponge” to trap carbon, improve natural habitats [read more]
moreSouth Pennines Park Awarded Culture Recovery Fund Heritage Grant
The organisation behind the South Pennines Park has received a grant from the [read more]
moreThe Story of Happy Valley Pride
Happy Valley Pride all started because of a piece of homophobic graffiti seen [read more]
moreRossendale Forest: Right tree, right place, right time
Organisations across the South Pennines Park are fighting back against climate change and [read more]
moreLitter Free Sowerby Bridge
LitterfreeSB was founded almost 5 years ago by Justine Riccomini who lives and [read more]
moreReflections on COP26 from South Pennines Park
Climate change cannot be tackled by one person, organisation or government body. This [read more]
moreCommunity action at National Trust Marsden Moor
Marsden Moor is a wild, windswept part of the South Pennines Park. On [read more]
morePioneers of the Park
Standing on the shoulders of giants: the irresistible legacy of the South Pennines [read more]
moreA plan to sustain our South Pennine heritage
We are working with Craggatak Consulting to launch a Heritage Strategy that will [read more]
moreThe Wanderlust Women
Amira Patel is empowering Muslim women to enjoy the great outdoors through her [read more]
moreHighly respected writer talks about being an ambassador for the ‘living landscape’ of the South Pennines Park
Acclaimed writer, producer and director Sally Wainwright OBE says she is ‘flattered’ to [read more]
moreVisitor hot spots helping to highlight new South Pennines Park
Areas within the new South Pennines Park are singing from the same hymn [read more]
moreArtist profile: Pat Farrell/Caveman M8
Pat Farrell/Caveman M8 is an MC, Creative Facilitator, Artist & Community Practitioner based [read more]
moreArtist profile: Emma Long
Emma doesn’t work in a specific artform – rather she incorporates art materials [read more]
moreArtist profile: James Mabbett
James Mabbett (Studio Napoleon III) is a composer, musician, producer and sound artist [read more]
moreBEAM – Inspiring Communities Through Art
Beam is an arts organisation who work across the North to promote, commission [read more]
moreArtist profile: Karol Wyszynski
Karol is a community radio journalist, photographer and artist based in Shipley, West [read more]
moreArtist profile: Naseem Darbey
Naseem has written and run workshops about art, social history and our natural [read more]
moreArtist profile: Ammie Sykes
Ammie is a socially engaged ceramic artist with over 25 years’ experience of [read more]
moreSouth Pennines Park hitting all the right notes
Talented singer-songwriters O’Hooley and Tidow have captured the pride of the Pennines in [read more]
moreSupport from Government’s £1.57bn Culture Recovery Fund
South Pennines Trust is one of nearly 450 heritage organisations in England awarded [read more]
moreOur Habitats & Wildlife
In the uplands, a combination of geology, human influence and high rainfall has [read more]
moreAbout The South Pennines
The South Pennines is a wild, wonderful and occasionally wuthering landscape at the [read more]
moreOur Geology
The South Pennines form part of the Pennine ‘backbone’ of England. This narrow [read more]
morePeople In The South Pennines
People have been making their mark on the South Pennines landscape for thousands [read more]
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