Selborne Common

Selborne Common in spring

Important notice -

Our countryside space is open. We encourage everyone to observe social distancing measures. Barbecues and open fires are strictly prohibited on all parts of the site.

Discover the magnificent beech woods and flower-filled meadows that inspired Gilbert White

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Family walking dogs

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit 

We’ve opened more than 100 gardens and parks in England and Northern Ireland through advanced booking. From Monday 6 July, we’re gradually opening gardens and parklands in Wales. Tickets are released on Friday for the following week. More than 200 coast and countryside car parks are open across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. All National Trust houses remain closed for now. Read this article to find out what's open and what to expect from your visit.

Wood Pond, Selborne Common, Hampshire

Things to see at Selborne Common 

We look after 267 acres countryside around Selborne. Selborne Common lies on the west of the village, while the valley meadows and woodland of the Lythes lies beyone St. Mary's Church in the east.

Silver-washed Fritillary butterfly

Selborne Common and The Lythe butterfly walk 

A good site for high summer butterflies, Selborne Common has a strong sense of antiquity and spirit of place, as you move from glade to glade.

Two dogs in the snow

Walking your dog on the Commons 

Responsible dog owners are welcome at Ludshott Commons and Selborne Common. To make sure that you have a safe and enjoyable visit please follow our handy guide.

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Selborne Common

Wildlife

Selborne Common in spring

Wildlife at Selborne Common 

Selborne Common and the Lythes are rich in woodland species, small mammals like shrews, large mammals like badgers, and lots of butterflies.

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