Hart Hill Down

Downs, Moorland in Hampshire Test Valley

England

Hart Hill Down

Edge of field near Hogs Hole
Edge of field near Hogs Hole Credit: David Martin

Hart Hill Down is a picturesque area located in Hampshire, England. Situated in the heart of the South Downs National Park, it offers breathtaking views of rolling hills, verdant meadows, and dense woodlands. Spanning over a vast area, Hart Hill Down is known for its diverse landscape, consisting of downs, moorland, and heathland.

The downs of Hart Hill Down are characterized by their gently sloping hills, covered in lush grasses and wildflowers. These open spaces provide a perfect habitat for various species of wildlife, including rabbits, deer, and a wide variety of bird species. The downland areas are also home to an array of rare and protected plant species, contributing to the area's ecological significance.

Moving towards the moorland, visitors will be captivated by the rugged beauty of the landscape. Heather, gorse, and bracken dominate the moorland, creating a vibrant mosaic of colors throughout the seasons. The moorland is interspersed with rocky outcrops, adding to the area's wild and untamed charm.

Hart Hill Down also features extensive areas of heathland, characterized by low-growing shrubs and patches of open ground. The heathland is particularly important for its unique flora and fauna, including rare reptiles such as adders and smooth snakes.

The area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering numerous walking and hiking trails that showcase the diversity of the landscape. Visitors can explore the downs, moorland, and heathland, taking in the breathtaking views and immersing themselves in the tranquility of nature.

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Hart Hill Down Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.326561/-1.482095 or Grid Reference SU3658. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Edge of field near Hogs Hole
Edge of field near Hogs Hole
Farmland, Vernhams Dean There was a surprisingly large amount of stubble in the vicinity given the time of year.
Farmland, Vernhams Dean
There was a surprisingly large amount of stubble in the vicinity given the time of year.
Farmland, Linkenholt There was a surprisingly large amount of stubble in the vicinity given the time of year.
Farmland, Linkenholt
There was a surprisingly large amount of stubble in the vicinity given the time of year.
Track and farmland, Linkenholt A public bridleway in the dry valley below the villages of Faccombe and Linkenholt.
Track and farmland, Linkenholt
A public bridleway in the dry valley below the villages of Faccombe and Linkenholt.
St Peter's Church, Linkenholt
St Peter's Church, Linkenholt
Pumping Station beyond Linkenholt Seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SU3658">SU3658</a> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SU%20364%20589/links" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SU%20364%20589/links">Link</a>
Pumping Station beyond Linkenholt
Seen in SU3658 and Link
Isolated Cottage beyond Linkenholt Visible on the 1873 OS map. The building extends back quite far. Seemed to be inhabited, although not absolutely sure. Perhaps a gamekeepers cottage.
Isolated Cottage beyond Linkenholt
Visible on the 1873 OS map. The building extends back quite far. Seemed to be inhabited, although not absolutely sure. Perhaps a gamekeepers cottage.
Farmland, Vernhams Dean A crop of wheat to the south of Heath Plantation.
Farmland, Vernhams Dean
A crop of wheat to the south of Heath Plantation.
Track and farmland, Linkenholt Fields of wheat to the south of Limber Copse and the county boundary.
Track and farmland, Linkenholt
Fields of wheat to the south of Limber Copse and the county boundary.
Pasture, Buttermere A bridleway approaching the junction of paths below Rockmoor Down.
Pasture, Buttermere
A bridleway approaching the junction of paths below Rockmoor Down.
Road into Combe Bottom
Road into Combe Bottom
Field near Combe
Field near Combe
Littledown Methodist Chapel Erected in 1845.  Now in the process of conversion.
Littledown Methodist Chapel
Erected in 1845. Now in the process of conversion.
Lane junction at Netherton To the right is Faccombe. Whilst the wall ahead belongs to Netherton Farm.
Lane junction at Netherton
To the right is Faccombe. Whilst the wall ahead belongs to Netherton Farm.
Lane north of Netherton This is an extraordinary landscape as the lane snakes through the folds in the chalk downland, accompanied by old paths, assarted woodland and ancient field systems.
Lane north of Netherton
This is an extraordinary landscape as the lane snakes through the folds in the chalk downland, accompanied by old paths, assarted woodland and ancient field systems.
Lane junction at Down Copse To the left the lane leads to Linkenholt.
Lane junction at Down Copse
To the left the lane leads to Linkenholt.
An ambush by 5 partridge as we move north from Down Copse towards Combe Bottom the birds string themselves across the road. Behind them they have pheasant reinforcements. Wonder: what is their game?
An ambush by 5 partridge
as we move north from Down Copse towards Combe Bottom the birds string themselves across the road. Behind them they have pheasant reinforcements. Wonder: what is their game?
Hogs Hole from Combe Bottom Careful viewers will note the phone-mast to the left and windmill to the right, both break the horizon and are shown on the O/S map. The crop is probably winter wheat.
Hogs Hole from Combe Bottom
Careful viewers will note the phone-mast to the left and windmill to the right, both break the horizon and are shown on the O/S map. The crop is probably winter wheat.
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Hart Hill Down is located at Grid Ref: SU3658 (Lat: 51.326561, Lng: -1.482095)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: Test Valley

Police Authority: Hampshire

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Located within 500m of 51.326561,-1.482095
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Lat/Long: 51.3273545/-1.4785859
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Hart Hill Down
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Hart Hill Down
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