We are very pleased that the Planning Inspector has dismissed the appeal (Ref: APP/U1430/W/25/3372099) against Rother District Council’s refusal of planning permission for an additional holiday lodge at Downash Wood Treehouses. This was on the edge of Bewl Water. The Inspector concluded that the proposal would harm the character and appearance of the area, including…
PRESS RELEASE: Friends of Bewl Water (FoBW) Date: 26th January 2026 FoBW’s Position Claire Moore, Chair of Friends of Bewl Water, said: “These results confirm what we have long believed: Bewl Water is a sanctuary for wildlife and a vital community resource. The public has spoken clearly—nature must come first. We will use this evidence…
An important daytime recreational site and a sanctuary for wildlife Introduction 1) On 8 May 2025, for two hours, the clubs at Bewl Water were invited to view some proposals put forward by Salomons UK, the company which manages Bewl Water. On 9 May 2025, for five hours and 10 May 2025, for three hours,…
We’re excited to be taking part in King John’s Nursery & Café’s Winter Market this Saturday, 8 November 2025, from 9:30am to 12:30pm at Sheepstreet Lane, Etchingham, TN19 7AZ. The Friends of Bewl Water will be there with a stall to share updates on our latest campaigns, chat with the community, and celebrate the beauty…
The questions Your views for Bewl Water are sought. Some of the topics are: keeping the recreational facilities, preserving the natural environment, preserving the wildife, light pollution, building hotels there and maintaining and improving the facilities and training for young people. Why now? The managers of Bewl Water have step by step introduced plans for…
Help save Bewl Water by taking part in the consultation exercise Bewl Water is under attack. Bewl Water was developed to provide water and also to create a haven for wildlife and enable sailors, rowers, canoers, walkers, birdwatchers, fishermen etc, to pursue their activities and enjoy the beautiful site. All these activities thrived when the…
Time is running out to make your voice heard. A developer is appealing Rother District Council’s decision to refuse yet another holiday let on the edge of Bewl Water – a peaceful haven for wildlife and a cherished space for our community. We’re urging everyone who cares about the future of this beautiful area to…
Register your objection nowA developer is trying to overturn the decision of Rother District Council and ignores the wishes of the local community. Your help is needed. Please Object Now More information can be found in our leaflet here – 2025 (09) Downash Wood Appeal To object or comment on the appeal (Closing date 21…
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…