Shawford Down is a chalk downland that is rich in flora and fauna. It is also an important example of early strip cultivation and demonstrates medieval ploughing techniques. There are two world war memorials on the down.

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Elevation 60 m

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Location: Compton And Shawford, Winchester, Hampshire, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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St Catherine's Hill

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View of the Hospital of St Cross

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Winchester Cathedral

Hockley Viaduct

Wharf Bridge

Bike Path Along the Canal

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Shawford Down War Memorials

1. The Weirs, Winchester – Winchester Cathedral loop from Shawford

2. Allbrook Lock – Shawford Down War Memorials loop from Swaythling

3. Saint Catherine's Hill – St Catherine's Hill loop from Shawford

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