Welcome to the High Weald
An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
A medieval landscape of wooded, rolling hills studded with sandstone outcrops; small, irregular-shaped fields; scattered farmsteads; and ancient routeways. The 1461 square kilometres area covers parts of Kent, Sussex and Surrey at the heart of South East England.
Find out moreVenture into the High Weald
This historic landscape is packed with things to see and do! Use our interactive map to discover walks, nature reserves, attractions and local producers; whether you’re a thrill-seeker or searching for peace and quiet, you’ll find it here…
Find out moreSelf-guided walking routes
High Weald Storymap
Training and events for land managers
Planning and development
Guidance
Latest News & Updates
Reviving the High Weald’s Local Wildlife Sites
Through our new partnership project with Kent and Sussex Wildlife Trusts we are aiming to revive some of the High Weald’s most valuable Local Wildlife Sites. We will be working with site landowners across the landscape to offer free habitat surveys and to provide practical support for conservation management, including funding advice. The work will strengthen nature recovery across the High Weald while supporting the long-term stewardship of these precious sites.
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National Meadows Conference
This year, we are very proud to be co-hosting the third National Meadows Conference, exploring how cutting-edge science can be applied in the real world. The conference is at Kew Wakehurst, from 19-20 June 2026. It will take place in a 250-seat marquee set within Yew Tree Meadow, beside the Millennium Seed Bank, one of the most important conservation sites in the world and the perfect setting to explore the future of species-rich grasslands.
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The Pasture and Profit project: farmer-led support for regenerative farming
The Pasture and Profit programme sits at the heart of the High Weald team’s work to promote nature-friendly farming across the National Landscape. It demonstrates how strong partnerships between organisations can deliver greater benefits for more farmers. Through a mix of on-farm events, mentoring and peer networks, it has built a supportive community where farmers can share experiences, discuss challenges and explore practical ways to transition towards pasture-based systems.
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