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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · South East England

Head Down

In or near Ditcham.

Free admission

Head Down — Named summit at 205 m.

Head Down, mountains & hills in Hampshire

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Petersfield · 4.5 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit Head Down, the nearest railway station is Petersfield, located 4.5 km away. The postcode for your sat-nav is GU31 5SL, and entry is free.

Directions on Google Maps →

About

Head Down is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 205 m.". Coordinates: 50.9666°, -0.9536°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Head Down is one of the highest points in the county of Hampshire, England, and in the South Downs, rising to 205 metres (673 ft) above sea level. The tree-covered Head Down rises about 1 kilometre south of the village of Buriton in Hampshire. It lies within the eastern part of the Queen Elizabeth Country Park and is described as "an area that caters for clubs that require land with privacy for outdoor recreational activities, such as archery or off-road vehicles."

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Coordinates
50.9666, -0.9536
County
Hampshire
Parish
Buriton
Postcode
GU31 5SL
Parliamentary constituency
East Hampshire
Nearest railway station
Petersfield4.5 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Head Down?
Head Down is in Hampshire, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode GU31 5SL), in the parish of Buriton.
What is Head Down?
Head Down — Named summit at 205 m.
How do I get to Head Down?
The nearest railway station is Petersfield, about 4.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode GU31 5SL.
Is Head Down free to visit?
Yes, Head Down is free to enter.
How do I get to Head Down?
The nearest railway station is Petersfield, about 4.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode GU31 5SL.