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Stockbridge Down: chalk slopes full of wildlife and ancient riches

It’s often easy to undervalue the riches of the natural world that lie short distances from our homes. The chalk downland of Stockbridge Down, near Winchester in Hampshire, is one such jewel which also has some ancient history as a bonus. After the easing of lockdown this summer, visits to witness the varieties of wildflowers and butterflies present, certainly lifted the spirits. The Down is a superb place to wander at any time of year.