Sheep's Banks
| Site of Special Scientific Interest | |
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| Location | Oxfordshire |
|---|---|
| Grid reference | SP 442 209[1] |
| Interest | Biological |
| Area | 5.1 hectares (13 acres)[1] |
| Notification | 1986[1] |
| Location map | Magic Map |
Sheep's Banks is a 5.1-hectare (13-acre) biological Site of Special Scientific Interest north of Wootton in Oxfordshire.[1][2]
This steeply sloping site is species-rich grassland which is traditionally managed. An ancient hedge runs the length of the site and a small stream runs along the downward side. Flora include five species of orchid, including bee, pyramidal and green-winged.[3]
The site is private land with no public access.
References
- ^ a b c d "Designated Sites View: Sheep's Banks". Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Natural England. Retrieved 16 March 2020.
- ^ "Map of Sheep's Banks". Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Natural England. Retrieved 16 March 2020.
- ^ "Sheep's Bank citation" (PDF). Sites of Special Scientific Interest. Natural England. Retrieved 16 March 2020.
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