Ludshott Common
Ludshott Common is one of the largest remaining areas of heathland in east Hampshire, designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and Special Protection Area (SPA). It forms part of the Wealden Heaths National Nature Reserve. The heathland landscape dates back approximately 5,000 years and contains some of the few remaining areas of lowland heath in Europe. The site features ancient heathland with pink-flowering heather, wood-pasture, wetlands, and footpaths throughout.
Area: 256 ha
Region: Surrey area
Address: Ludshott Common and Waggoners Wells, Grayshott, Hindhead GU26 6DT, UK
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/hampshire/ludshott-commons
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Open Dawn - Dusk
Best for
Wildlife and bird watching, nature exploration, walking, cycling
Wildlife
Active restoration work is underway to restore heathland habitats and protect wildlife, including the reintroduction of grazing cattle. The site is managed by the National Trust to support nature recovery as part of the King's Series of National Nature Reserves. Diverse wildlife present including ground-nesting birds.
History
The heathland landscape dates back approximately 5,000 years and contains some of the few remaining areas of lowland heath in Europe.
Reviews
One of my childhood places that must be visited. There is a free carpark at the top of the 3 lakes at Wagonners Wells and it’s huge with lots of spaces. The land is well managed by the National trust. The area was acquired in 1919 by one of the founders of the trust and is popular with dog walkers as well as fisherman. The fishing is managed by greyshot angling and some very large carp have been spotted in these waters during the summer months basking in the surface. Well worth a visit with the
Wagoners Wells is one of those places we find ourselves returning to every summer. It’s a gorgeous walk with peaceful scenery, and we always end up having a great day here. It’s become a bit of a tradition for us, and we’re already looking forward to our next visit.
Beautiful ponds with fish, heathland around, where I walked with my mum over 50 years ago