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Kingley Vale, nr Chichester, West Sussex
Posted: Sat Sep 19, 2009 8:15 pm
by Susie
I was told by a colleague (who is not into butterflies) that on a visit to Kingley Vale the place was absolutely full of butterflies and it was an incredible experience. This was about three weeks ago in the area of chalk grassland so I imagine they were mainly blues.
Has anyone on here been to Kingley Vale? Can you recommend it too?
Re: Kingley Vale, nr Chichester, West Sussex
Posted: Sat Sep 19, 2009 11:08 pm
by Neil Hulme
Hi Susie,
It's well worth a visit. Some awesome yew trees, Bronze Age barrows at the top, plus spectacular views towards the coast. I only ever visit at this time of year - when I think it's at its best. There will be plenty of pre-hibernators on the blackberries between the yew trees and the base of the slope and I often go here specifically to photograph Comma. Up top there will be plenty of fresh Small Coppers and probably some Common Blues. Keep your eyes peeled - Queen of Spain Frits have turned up here at this time of year!
Neil
Re: Kingley Vale, nr Chichester, West Sussex
Posted: Mon Sep 21, 2009 8:11 am
by Susie
Thanks, Kipper.
I shall definitely put it on my "too do" list then.
Re: Kingley Vale, nr Chichester, West Sussex
Posted: Wed Sep 23, 2009 2:01 pm
by Susie
Went there today. Not a single butterfly on the whole site to be seen.
This was because it was raining/drizzling the whole time though. There were still plenty of flowers around and on a nice day (like yesterday or probably tomorrow - my luck to pick the wrong day!) I imagine there are plenty to be seen.
I shall be back!
Re: Kingley Vale, nr Chichester, West Sussex
Posted: Wed Sep 23, 2009 2:17 pm
by Neil Hulme
Hi Susie,
Should have listened to the weather forecast - it's always accurate when it predicts cloud and local drizzle (or worse). They only lie when they say it's going to be nice
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When you go back you might also see some very fresh Brown Argus. They are just starting to 'third brood' in some parts of Sussex!
Neil
Re: Kingley Vale, nr Chichester, West Sussex
Posted: Fri Sep 25, 2009 8:56 pm
by Susie
I'm going to try and get back there next week as the forecast is looking pretty good.