Fore Down

Downs, Moorland in Hampshire

England

Fore Down

February 2022- a touch of spring seen in Shorwell Churchyard February has been a stormy month. A week ago a wind speed of 122mph was recorded at The Needles and there has been much devastation across the UK. Here are the summaries from February 2022 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/binaries/content/assets/metofficegovuk/pdf/weather/learn-about/uk-past-events/summaries/uk_monthly_climate_summary_202202a.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/binaries/content/assets/metofficegovuk/pdf/weather/learn-about/uk-past-events/summaries/uk_monthly_climate_summary_202202a.pdf">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> and Winter 2021/22 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/binaries/content/assets/metofficegovuk/pdf/weather/learn-about/uk-past-events/summaries/uk_monthly_climate_summary_winter_2022.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/binaries/content/assets/metofficegovuk/pdf/weather/learn-about/uk-past-events/summaries/uk_monthly_climate_summary_winter_2022.pdf">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> — February 2022- a touch of spring seen in Shorwell Churchyard Credit: Basher Eyre

Fore Down is a picturesque area located in Hampshire, England, known for its stunning natural beauty and diverse landscapes. Situated on the South Downs, Fore Down offers a unique combination of downs, moorland, and woodland.

The downs of Fore Down are characterized by rolling hills covered in lush grasslands, interspersed with vibrant wildflowers during the summer months. The open space provides breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. The diverse range of flora and fauna found here includes rare orchids, butterflies, and various bird species.

The moorland of Fore Down adds another layer of beauty to the landscape, with its vast expanses of heather and gorse. This rugged terrain offers a stark contrast to the gentle slopes of the downs, creating a visually captivating environment. Walking or hiking through the moorland provides a sense of tranquility and solitude, as well as an opportunity to spot wildlife such as grouse and deer.

In addition to its natural wonders, Fore Down is also home to several ancient woodlands. These dense forests are filled with a rich variety of trees, including oak, beech, and birch. Exploring the woodland trails allows visitors to immerse themselves in a serene and enchanting atmosphere, while also discovering the historical significance of these ancient trees.

Overall, Fore Down in Hampshire is a place of outstanding natural beauty, offering a diverse range of landscapes to explore and enjoy. Whether it's walking along the downs, admiring the moorland, or getting lost in the woodlands, this area provides a truly captivating experience for all who visit.

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February 2022- a touch of spring seen in Shorwell Churchyard

February has been a stormy month. A week ago a wind speed of 122mph was recorded at The Needles and there has been much devastation across the UK. Here are the summaries from February 2022 Link

and Winter 2021/22 Link

Basher Eyre

Historic buildings in Shorwell: late February 2022

More recently, these are the main events February 2022: February 1 - The Sue Gray report is partially released and Boris Johnson says that Keir Starmer was more interested in prosecuting journalists than Jimmy Savile; February 3 – Islamic State leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurashi is killed during a counter-terrorism raid by U.S. special forces in north-western Syria; February 4–20 – The 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, China. Sadly the lead story is that of the 15-year-old Russian skater Kamila Valieva testing positive for the banned heart medication trimetazidine; February 8 – COVID-19 pandemic: the number of confirmed cases exceeds 400 million worldwide; February 14 – Canada convoy protest, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces the invocation of the Emergencies Act for the first time in Canadian history in order to quell the nationwide protests and blockades in Canada against COVID-19 vaccine mandates and restrictions; February 15 – Prince Andrew, Duke of York, settles a U.S. civil sex assault case with Virginia Giuffre; February 24 - Russia begins a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Basher Eyre

Graves in Shorwell Churchyard: late February 2022

This month we lost: February 8th, University Challenge's Bamber Gascoigne, 87; February 13th, Val Robinson, 80, English hockey player who won 149 caps; 15th, P. J. O'Rourke, 74, American author; 16th, Jack Smethurst, 89, Love Thy Neighbour’s bigoted Eddie Booth; 19th, Meg & Mog illustrator Jan Pieńkowski, 85; 24th, John Landy, 91, Roger Bannister’s great rival; and 27th, Sonny Ramadhin, 92, Trinidadian cricket legend.

Basher Eyre