is mainly clay with Gault and Corallian Limestone beds. The River Lydden rises in the numerous springs round the village, principally Buckland Bottom and Bladeley Bottom There are 11 locally recognised Sites of Nature Conservation Interest within or close to the parish, as well as areas of Ancient Woodland. The main habitat types for sites of wildlife interest are deciduous woodland and calcareous grassland (the latter is particularly significant for butterflies). There is also a small area of lowland meadows within Buckland Newton Itself. References External links Buckland Newton Community Buckland Newton Online Parish Clerk (OPC) page Villages in Dorset