People are invited to share their views on efforts to protect and enhance these significant historic sites within the National Park. The consultations, which began today, 12 October 2026, relate to draft Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plans (CAAMPs) for both locations.
Conservation Areas are designated for their special architectural or historic interest, aiming to preserve or improve their character. The Danny Conservation Area, proposed for the first time, includes the Grade I Listed Danny House, formal parkland, and surrounding listed buildings. The name 'Danny' is believed to derive from the Saxon 'Danehithe', meaning 'Valley and Haven', and has historical links dating back to the early Iron Age.
Twyford, meaning 'two fords', was first designated a Conservation Area in 1980. The National Park Authority's appraisal identifies key elements defining the village's character, which will guide future sustainable decisions. Mentioned in the 1086 Domesday Book as 'Tuiforde', the village historically featured numerous watermills and now boasts several listed buildings, including the Gothic Revival-style St Mary’s Church and Twyford Manor House.
Mark Waller-Gutierrez, Lead Planning Specialist at the South Downs National Park Authority, emphasised the importance of heritage protection. "Protecting and enhancing that heritage is a core part of our work," he stated. "We’d like to hear from local communities and any interested parties about these two draft CAAMP’s, which will be important in relation to future planning and placemaking."
Waller-Gutierrez also encouraged the submission of further information, including photographs and site plans, for any neighbouring areas or buildings of historic or architectural interest that may not have been identified in the appraisal. The consultation period runs until 23 November.
Final versions of the CAAMPs are expected to be presented to the National Park’s Planning Committee on 10 December 2026 for adoption, with the final documents to be published on the National Park’s website.
