A superb example of chalk grassland and scrub, rich in flowers and butterflies

Limestone grassland reserve on west facing slopes with areas of mixed scrub and woodland great for wildflowers and butterflies. Gilling Down is adjacent to New Hill, Tannager and Great Breach Wood…

Wingletang Down is one of the wildest places on the Isles of Scilly. Towering granite rock formations intersperse with waved heathland, supporting a variety of rare plants. It's easy to feel…

At the eastern end of St Martin’s, Chapel Down plateau is one of the best examples of ‘waved’ maritime heathland across the archipelago. The steep granite cliffs are home to breeding Manx…

Located next to an industrial estate on the outskirts of Dover, it is hard to believe a nature reserve is there when driving through the estate. A mix of chalk downland, scrub and woodland with…

A west and south-west facing slope of the North Downs on the eastern side of the Darent Valley.

This chalk downland valley in Salisbury is worth a visit at any time of year for its sweeping views.

A tucked away area of downland forming a haven for wildlife

Predominantly wooded, with areas of grassland and two disused chalk pits

This chalk downland offers superb views of Salisbury Cathedral and the surrounding countryside.

Chalk grassland with surrounding areas of woodland and scrub. Rich in wildflowers and insects.