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Bohune Down

Downs, Moorland in Wiltshire

England

Bohune Down

West Everleigh Down, Wiltshire Breakfast time on West Everleigh Down.
West Everleigh Down, Wiltshire Credit: Rebecca A Wills

Bohune Down is a prominent geographical feature located in Wiltshire, England. It is classified as a down, which refers to an area of open, rolling hills typically covered with grass and scattered with patches of scrubland. Spanning an extensive area, Bohune Down is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and diverse ecological significance.

Situated near the village of Ogbourne St Andrew, Bohune Down forms part of the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The terrain is characterized by undulating slopes and expansive views, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Visitors can indulge in activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography while immersing themselves in the tranquil surroundings.

The down is predominantly covered in lush grasses, interspersed with heather, gorse, and other hardy vegetation. This unique mix of flora provides a habitat for various species of birds, insects, and small mammals, contributing to the area's rich biodiversity.

Bohune Down also boasts significant historical and archaeological importance. It is home to several ancient burial mounds and barrows, dating back to the Neolithic and Bronze Age periods. These historic sites serve as a reminder of the area's long-standing human presence and offer insights into the lives and customs of our ancestors.

Overall, Bohune Down is a captivating landscape that showcases the natural wonders and cultural heritage of Wiltshire. Its picturesque vistas, abundant wildlife, and historical significance make it a cherished destination for locals and tourists seeking to connect with nature and delve into the region's past.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.299355/-1.7620243 or Grid Reference SU1655. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

West Everleigh Down, Wiltshire Breakfast time on West Everleigh Down.
West Everleigh Down, Wiltshire
Breakfast time on West Everleigh Down.
Upavon Down, Wiltshire Looking north over the A342 from Upavon Down.
Upavon Down, Wiltshire
Looking north over the A342 from Upavon Down.
Upavon Down, Wiltshire Looking south south-west over Upavon Down.
Upavon Down, Wiltshire
Looking south south-west over Upavon Down.
West Everleigh Downs Looking east along a gravel track in the vicinity of Grant's Firs on the Salisbury Plain Training Area.
West Everleigh Downs
Looking east along a gravel track in the vicinity of Grant's Firs on the Salisbury Plain Training Area.
Farmland, Manningford Seen over barley, the name of Bruce Field Barn provides an indication that this is within the former parish of Manningford Bruce.
Farmland, Manningford
Seen over barley, the name of Bruce Field Barn provides an indication that this is within the former parish of Manningford Bruce.
Farmland, Manningford With a bridleway running between barley and a fence marking the boundary of the former Manningford Bruce and Manningford Abbots parishes.
Farmland, Manningford
With a bridleway running between barley and a fence marking the boundary of the former Manningford Bruce and Manningford Abbots parishes.
Downland, Manningford On Abbots Down in the hilly upper part of the former parish of Manningford Abbots, a dry valley of pasture cuts into surrounding arable land.
Downland, Manningford
On Abbots Down in the hilly upper part of the former parish of Manningford Abbots, a dry valley of pasture cuts into surrounding arable land.
Wheat fields Either side of the A342. Many large arable fields around the open grassland of Salisbury Plain, which has mostly been kept that way due to the use by the military.
Wheat fields
Either side of the A342. Many large arable fields around the open grassland of Salisbury Plain, which has mostly been kept that way due to the use by the military.
Arable field Actually inside the danger area, though that is mostly open grassland.
Arable field
Actually inside the danger area, though that is mostly open grassland.
Salisbury Plain Open flower rich chalk grassland - kept 'safe' from the spread of arable farming by its use for military training. Now the interests of archaeology, conservation, public access and military training have to balanced. This area is open access, subject to local byelaws, more info at <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.access.mod.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.access.mod.uk">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Salisbury Plain
Open flower rich chalk grassland - kept 'safe' from the spread of arable farming by its use for military training. Now the interests of archaeology, conservation, public access and military training have to balanced. This area is open access, subject to local byelaws, more info at LinkExternal link
Tracks on the Plain The military training forms a large number of tracks, which can make navigation hard, even from a 1:25000 map - very difficult off 1:50000. The open access arrangements mean that they can all be followed if you want though.
Tracks on the Plain
The military training forms a large number of tracks, which can make navigation hard, even from a 1:25000 map - very difficult off 1:50000. The open access arrangements mean that they can all be followed if you want though.
Bridleway Bridleways encountered varied from this (a properly made gravel road) to very muddy, virtually unrideable tracks (but it had very recently rained very hard)
Bridleway
Bridleways encountered varied from this (a properly made gravel road) to very muddy, virtually unrideable tracks (but it had very recently rained very hard)
Track Not a public right of way but this area of Salisbury Plain has open access, subject to local bylaws (which include not entering plantations) due to its use as a military training area.
Track
Not a public right of way but this area of Salisbury Plain has open access, subject to local bylaws (which include not entering plantations) due to its use as a military training area.
Dry valley, Pewsey Hill Combe and copse on the southern side of the hill.
Dry valley, Pewsey Hill
Combe and copse on the southern side of the hill.
Pewsey Down Looking across a dry valley west of Abbots Down.
Pewsey Down
Looking across a dry valley west of Abbots Down.
Pewsey Down Rolling farmland in a dry valley. The foreground is oilseed rape.
Pewsey Down
Rolling farmland in a dry valley. The foreground is oilseed rape.
Abbots Down A small hut in the dry valley.
Abbots Down
A small hut in the dry valley.
Grant's Firs Belt of beeches separating Abbots Down and Bruce Down. Not a fir tree to be seen.
Grant's Firs
Belt of beeches separating Abbots Down and Bruce Down. Not a fir tree to be seen.
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Bohune Down is located at Grid Ref: SU1655 (Lat: 51.299355, Lng: -1.7620243)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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Archaeological Site: tumulus
Historic: archaeological_site
Lat/Long: 51.2983959/-1.7560072
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