Buriton Chalk Pit

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Buriton Chalk Pit
TypeLocal Nature Reserve
LocationBuriton, Hampshire
OS grid SU 735 198
Area5.7 hectares (14 acres)
Managed byHampshire Countryside Service

Buriton Chalk Pit is a 5.7-hectare (14-acre) Local Nature Reserve near Buriton in Hampshire. It is owned by East Hampshire District Council and managed by Hampshire Countryside Service. [1] [2]

This former chalk quarry was worked up to the end of World War II and it still has large heaps of spoil. It has gradually developed into a rich habitat with chalk loving plants. Many paths follow the routes of narrow gauge railway lines which were used to move chalk and lime. [1] [3]

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References

  1. 1 2 "Buriton Chalk Pit". Local Nature Reserves. Natural England. Retrieved 23 May 2020.
  2. "Map of Buriton Chalk Pit". Local Nature Reserves. Natural England. Retrieved 23 May 2020.
  3. "Buriton Chalk Pits". Buriton Community Website. Retrieved 23 May 2020.

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