Downs Collection (#9)

Weld (Reseda luteola) flowering, growing on chalk downland, North Downs, Kent, England, June

Greater Butterfly Orchid (Platanthera chlorantha) flowering, growing on chalk grassland, North Downs, Kent, England, June

Bee Orchid (Ophrys apifera) flowering, growing on chalk grassland, North Downs, Kent, England, June

Meadow Clary (Salvia pratensis) flowering, growing on chalk downland, North Downs, Kent, England, June

Marbled White (Melanargia galathea) adult, roosting on Field Scabious (Knautia arvensis) flower, on chalk grassland at dawn, North Downs, Kent, England, July

Common Spotted Orchid (Dactylorhiza fuchsii) close-up of two flowerspikes, growing on chalk grassland, North Downs, Kent, England, June

Pyrethrum harvesting at Fittleworth, June 1937 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N15306

Army Manoeuvres in Sussex, September 1932 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N6135

Winner of Southdown Flock Competition, 1938 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N16815

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England - Aerial view of Arundel Castle, Arundel Park and the Arun valley where it breaks through the South Downs. Date:

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England - Aerial view White Cliffs at Beachy Head. The English Channel. Date:

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England - Aerial view of Arundel Castle, Arundel Park and the Arun valley where it breaks through the South Downs. Date:

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Uffington White Horse with Uffington Castle hill fort, Berkshire Downs, Vale of White Horse, Oxfordshire Date:

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Lone figure walking down a snowy path under a stormy sky - South Downs Date:

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Common Poppies on the Berkshire Downs (Papaver rhoeas) Date:

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Illustration - Old style bird catchers, Bird netting on the Sussex Downs (from G D Rowley 1875) using a dog Date:

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Illustration - Old style bird catchers, Bird netting on the Sussex Downs (from G D Rowley 1875) Date:

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Shrub wattle (Acacia conferta), Kumberilla sandstone formation, western Darling Downs, Queensland, Australia, where broadacre clearing continues Date:

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England - Aerial view. Harvest, on the Marlborough downs, south of Avebury Date:

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Wind turbines at Emu Downs Windfarm near Cervantes Date:

Burnt Orchid (Orchis ustulata) flowering, growing in chalk downland habitat, Knocking Hoe N. N. R
Burnt Orchid (Orchis ustulata) flowering, growing in chalk downland habitat, Knocking Hoe N.N.R. Bedfordshire, England, May

Samuel Cody manipulating the winding gear at Findon
Samuel Cody manipulating the winding gear at the Findon International Kite Competition on the Sussex Downs, 25 June 1903. Date: 1903

S H R Salmons multiple celled rhomboidal kite
S.H.R. Salmons multiple celled rhomboidal kite at the Findon International Kite Competition on the Sussex Downs, 25 June 1903. Date: 1903

Charles Brogdens kite at the Findon International Kite Competition on the Sussex Downs, 25 June 1903. Date: 1903

A Baden-Powell kite at the Findon International Kite Competition on the Sussex Downs, 25 June 1903. Date: 1903

Samuel Cody and his kite at Findon
Samuel Cody and his kite at the Findon International Kite Competition on the Sussex Downs, 25 June 1903. Date: 1903

Samuel Cody adjusting black kite at the Findon International Kite Competition on the Sussex Downs, 25 June 1903. Date: 1903

Samuel Cody adjusts his kite (probably white kite) at the Findon International Kite Competition on the Sussex Downs, 25 June 1903. Date: 1903

Royal Scots Greys riding up Duncton Hill, August 1936 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N13377

Life Guards riding up Duncton Hill, being watched by a farmer, August 1936 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N13373A

The Derby Day, Scenes by the Roadside and on the Downs: Aunt Sally. Uk, 1860 Engraving

The Derby Day, Scenes by the Roadside and on the Downs: Two Shocks a Penny. Uk, 1860 Engraving

The Derby Day: Scenes by the Roadside and on the Downs: Try your Lungs, Gentlemen! Uk, 1860 Engraving

The Derby Day, Scenes by the Roadside and on the Downs: up the Hill to the Downs. Uk, 1860 Engraving

Newly planted vineyard, Rathfinny Estate, Alfriston, South Downs, East Sussex, England, May

Quiet country lane with verges and hedgerows on chalk, Shipton Bellinger, Salisbury Plain, Hampshire, England, July

View of chalk downland habitat, looking north from chalk scarp, Martin Down National Nature Reserve, Hampshire, England, July

Old track on chalk downland, with wildflowers and wide shrub-rich hedges, Sovell Down, Dorset, England, June

View over trees towards village and farmland from chalk escarpment, Fulking, South Downs, West Sussex, England, June

Walkers standing at viewpoint overlooking village and farmland, looking towards Fulking, Devils Dyke, South Downs, West Sussex, England, October

View of V-shaped dry valley habitat with walkers, Devils Dyke, South Downs, West Sussex, England, October

Viewpoint overlooking farmland and village, looking towards Poynings, Devils Dyke, South Downs, West Sussex, England, October

View of trees and farmland from chalk hill, looking from Wolstonbury Hill, South Downs N. P. West Sussex, England, June
View of trees and farmland from chalk hill, looking from Wolstonbury Hill, South Downs N.P. West Sussex, England, June

View of village and farmland from chalk escarpment, Fulking, South Downs, West Sussex, England, June

View of V-shaped dry valley habitat, Devils Dyke, South Downs, West Sussex, England, October

View of chalk escarpment overlooking village and farmland, Fulking, South Downs, West Sussex, England, June

Steps leading from The Devils Kneading Trough at sunset, looking towards Ashford, Wye Downs, North Downs, Kent, England, March

Sunbeams illuminating fields in rural landscape, near Ashford, North Downs, Kent, England, March

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Exploring the picturesque downs of Surrey, England: From the breathtaking views at Newlands Corner to the historic North Downs in Guildford, this region is a nature lover's paradise. 🌳🏞️ Discovering hidden gems like Westbury White Horse and witnessing fascinating encounters like policemen engaging with Gypsies on Epsom Downs adds an intriguing touch to your journey. 🚓✨ Delve into history at Union Workhouse in Wantage, Oxfordshire, where stories of resilience echo through its walls. Picture No. 10741245 captures a moment frozen in time, transporting you back to the thrilling atmosphere of the Epsom Derby in 1954. 🐎🎩 Witnessing haymaking by machinery in 1931 showcases how technology revolutionized traditional farming methods. Cheers to the Champion Beer Drinker who knows how to enjoy life's simple pleasures. 🍻 Marvel at the impressive four-horse ploughing team hard at work along South Downs in East Sussex – a testament to human determination and teamwork. The enchanting beauty of England's North Downs will leave you spellbound as you savor an authentic Ploughman's meal amidst its rolling hills. ⛴️ Immerse yourself further into history by taking a ferry ride at Bury just as they did back in 1931.