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Steps Up War Down

These wooden steps lead up War Down in Queen Elizabeth Country Park, Hampshire, England. The area is part of the South Downs National Park and features trails through woodland and downland. The route to War Down is a popular hiking trail that offers views of the surrounding countryside.

 

War Down is part of the South Downs. The hill is 244 metres high, making it the second-highest summit in the Hampshire section of the South Downs. This viewpoint is at an elevation of 171m. The hill is covered in a mixed forest. There are various trails in the area, including the "War Down Loop" and the "Holt Down and War Down Circular". The area has a rich history, with the region once being part of the ancient Forest of Bere. The woodlands contain ancient beech and oak trees, and the forest floor is often covered in wildflowers in the spring and summer.

 

Queen Elizabeth Country Park is a large country park located in southern England on the South Downs, 5 km south of Petersfield, Hampshire. It is Hampshire's largest country park, encompassing over 810 hectares of woodland and downland. The park is part of the South Downs National Park and includes Butser Hill, the highest point in the South Downs, which offers panoramic views. The park is free to enter, but car parking fees apply. There are numerous activities available, including walking trails, cycling trails, horse riding, and a dog activity course. The park also features an adventure play area for children and a military-style assault course. A visitor centre, café, and kiosk are on-site, offering food, drinks, local products, and trail maps. The woodland in the park was mostly planted in the 1930s and consists mainly of beech trees. It is home to various wildlife, including deer, badgers, and red kites, and is a habitat for many butterfly species.

 

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/War_Down

 

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queen_Elizabeth_Country_Park

 

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Uploaded on October 24, 2025
Taken on October 27, 1984