Turville Hill, Protected chalk grassland in Chilterns, United Kingdom
Turville Hill is a protected chalk grassland site in the Chilterns with steep slopes and diverse plant communities. The landscape supports specialized wildlife adapted to this specific habitat and its environmental conditions.
The site was designated as a protected area in 1984, recognizing its ecological importance to the Chiltern region. This designation has secured long-term protection for its sensitive ecosystems.
The prominent Cobstone Windmill stands at the summit of Turville Hill, becoming a recognized symbol of traditional agricultural heritage in the area.
Marked pathways cross the hillside and link to the nearby village of Turville for orientation. Good footwear is important due to the steep slopes and potentially muddy conditions underfoot.
The site hosts uncommon butterfly species including the silver-spotted skipper and Adonis blue that are rarely seen elsewhere. These insects thrive only on this specific type of grassland and its particular conditions.
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