Ludshott Commons

Ludshott Common in spring

Important notice -

Our car parks and countryside at Ludshott Commons are open. We encourage all to follow social distancing guidelines. Barbecues and open fires are strictly prohibited on all parts of the site.

One of the largest remaining areas of heathland in east Hampshire

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Family walking in the woodland at Castle Ward, County Down

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Ludshott Commons in spring

What can I see at Ludshott Commons? 

At Ludshott Commons in Hampshire, you can enjoy timeless landscapes, views, and rare wildlife. The heathland dates back 5000 years, and some of the few remaining areas of lowland heath in Europe.

Gentle's Copse, Hampshire

Gentle's Copse 

Gentle's Copse in Hampshire is an ancient woodland that dates back to medieval times.

Ludshott Commons in spring

Exploring Bramshott Chase 

Although a much smaller area, Bramshott Chase is similar to Ludshott Common. It is 16 hectares in size and is a mixture of Heathland, and secondary woodland.

Passfield Common in spring

Passfield Common and Conford Moor 

Passfield Common is made up fragments of heath, fens and woodland which lie around the hamlets of Passfield and Conford. It divides into two areas, Conford Moor and Hollywater Green.

Waggoners Wells in spring

Waggoners Wells 

These three ponds are popular as a cool shady retreat in summer and for the spectacular yellows and golds of the beech trees in autumn.

Speltham Down, Hampshire

Speltham Down 

Speltham Down is a down surrounded by veteran beech trees. Sheep graze here, and there are great views across the countryside.

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Ludshott Commons

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Deep ruts across part of the open grassland of Ludshott Common, East Hampshire

Friends of Ludshott and Passfield Commons 

The group supports the Trust in the upkeep of Ludshott and several, less well-known adjoining areas of heath, wood pasture and ancient woodland.

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