Its not too late to help protect Bewl Water from hoteliersMissed the deadline – Please send your objection nowIf you haven’t yet commented on the proposed conversion of the water sports club house into overnight tourist accommodation please do so. Although the deadline for submissions has passed, you can send your objection via email to…
Important Safety Notice
An Important Safety Notice ⚠️ has been Issued by the managers of Bewl Water as follows: The reservoir is currently at 52% capacity, and as water levels continue to drop, large areas of soft, unstable mud are appearing along the shoreline. For your safety and to help protect our local environment, we kindly ask that…
Bewl Water Plans in the news
Follow the link to see the full article in The Argus Plans for Bewl Water holiday lets and café met with anger | The Argus
Help protect Bewl Water from hoteliers-Register your objection now
The proposed badly designed waterfront 24-hour residential development Step by step a hotelier, has tried to convert Bewl Water from a tranquil site for visitors and wildlife, particularly birds into a Center Parcs-style resort There is a new planning application to convert the old boathouse at Bewl Water with its almost exclusively daytime activity…
📰 Downash Refused – A Victory for Nature and Community
We are delighted to share the news that the planning application for Downash has today been refused by Rother District Council’s Planning Committee. This is a significant win for the landscape, wildlife, and all who value the peace and natural beauty of Bewl Water. We extend our heartfelt thanks and congratulations to everyone who contributed to this outcome:…
Global ‘extinction crisis’ could see 500 bird species vanish within a century – report
A worrying report shows we are facing a global bird extinction crisis unprecedented in modern times, with habitat loss emerging as the most significant driver of species extinction. However, local conservation actions show that small efforts can have resounding success and the paper calls for urgent conservation efforts to mitigate this huge threat. A news…
Downash Planning Application to Be Heard by Rother District Council on Thursday, 26th June 2025
The controversial Downash planning application is scheduled to be considered by Rother District Council’s Planning Committee on Thursday, 26th June 2025. This is a critical moment for the future of the High Weald National Landscape around Bewl Water, and we strongly encourage local residents, supporters, and concerned citizens to attend the meeting in person to demonstrate the strength of public opposition. 🗓 Date: Thursday, 26th…
Statutory planning challenge raises important issues about the interpretation of a recently amended statutory duty concerning Protected Landscapes
CPRE Kent are the claimants in the ‘Turnden’ case linked to Wadhurst Parish Council’s challenge of the Secretary of State’s decision to allow permanent camping and yurts at Bewl Water. Specifically, the case raises the question of whether the words “seek to further” as contained in the amended s.85(A1) CROW Act alter the substance of…
Gull Report Update
We are pleased to share news that the Phelps Gull Report, commissioned by Wadhurst Parish Council, has been updated. This critical document assesses the impacts of human disturbance on gull roost sites at Bewl Water. The updated report, now including new findings and recommendations by renowned ornithologist David Campbell, is essential support for conservation efforts.…
Save Bewl Water from hoteliers
Bewl Water: A sanctuary for animals and an important recreational site for visitors is in danger Bewl Water is under attack 1.The Friends of Bewl Water was founded last year to protect this internationally important ecological site, where animals, particularly birds, need a noise and light pollution free night-time. Many of the birds are on…