Whitehawk Hill, Nature reserve in Brighton, United Kingdom
Whitehawk Hill is a nature reserve overlooking Brighton with chalk grassland where Chalkhill Blue butterflies live alongside other wildlife. The site includes a prehistoric hilltop settlement with banks and ditches dating from ancient times.
The hilltop was settled over 5500 years ago and shows clear traces of an ancient Neolithic village. Archaeological work uncovered pottery and tools that revealed how people lived during that remote time.
The hill serves as a gathering place where locals and visitors spend time outdoors and enjoy the views. The area hosts community events and activities that bring people together throughout the year.
The site is easily reached on foot with well-marked paths across the grassland. Clear days offer the best views, while it is wise to wear layers as wind and weather can change quickly at the exposed hilltop.
On clear days it is possible to see the Isle of Wight from the summit across the English Channel. This distant view is a surprising reward for those who time their visit during good weather.
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