Odiham Common SSSI

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Colt Hill Wharf car park - access the site via an underpass.
Dog friendly
Information boards
Map and noticeboards
Basingstoke Canal runs along the boundary
Surfaced and unsurfaced paths

All group-led activities must contact the Education Ranger before they visit the site. Further information on organising educational visits can be found on our Education page.

Management Plan

Where you'll find it

London Road,
Odiham,
Closest postcode: RG29 1JJ

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What you'll find there

Odiham Common is a beautiful amenity enjoyed by people throughout the district and beyond. The Common is one of the few examples of wood pasture outside the New Forest and is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). There is a wildflower meadow called Broad Oak Common that is connected to Odiham Common via a bridge over the Basingstoke Canal.

The Common is not suitable for disabled or pushchair access unless ground conditions are very dry.

Please keep dogs under close control.

Wildlife

Top 10 species found at Odiham Common:

Forester moth
White letter hairstreak
Veteran oaks
Adders
Fox
Grass snake
Badgers
Roe deer
Various fungi
Slimes, Water Avens

News and updates

15 June 2021 - Please be aware that access to this site maybe effect due to works being carried out by South East Water. Details can be found on South East Waters Webpage.
No Events are currently scheduled for this site, visit the Guided walks and activities page for updates.
If you are interested in helping out with volunteer tasks, visit the Volunteering page for more information.

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