Butterfly Site: Watlington Hill, Oxon

 
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Grid reference: SU702936
A National Trust site 1½ miles east of Watlington. The hill has top quality chalk grassland that is heavily rabbit grazed, giving the turf a 'golf course' like appearance over much of its slopes. Up to 25 species of butterflies can be found here. Parking at SU709935 off the minor road between Watlington and Christmas Common. Parking free for NT members, otherwise payment by mobile app required.
Accessibility: 750m path (part grass, part tarmac) from car park to top of hill. Nearest facilities in Watlington.
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Species recorded here
Adonis Blue
Brown Argus
Chalk Hill Blue
Dark Green Fritillary
Marbled White
Silver-spotted Skipper
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