As a National Park, the South Downs is recognised as an area of outstanding natural beauty, home to a multitude of communities steeped in history and culture. Whilst we encourage as many people as possible to come and visit to enjoy the South Downs Way, it is important that everyone respects and protects the area for current and future generations. This idea is known as responsible tourism, and there are lots of things you can do to help!
Responsible tourism, also known as sustainable tourism, includes looking after the natural environment as well as local people and the local economy.