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Stockbridge Marsh
A rich wetland habitat just moments from Stockbridge High Street
Stockbridge Marsh, Cow Drove Hill Road, Stockbridge, Hampshire
Opening times for 27 July 2024
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Use Lion's Den car park, off Cow Drove Hill road near Stockbridge High Street
Dogs allowed
Dogs welcome on a lead or under close control to protect livestock
Car park. Established footpaths. Rough ground. Wet and boggy areas.
Steps/uneven terrain
Established footpaths create walking routes, with some rough ground. Can become wet and boggy due to the nature of the site
By road
Romsey/Stockbridge road A3057. From Romsey, go round the roundabout back towards Romsey, then take your next right towards Marsh Court. The car park is on your right, after about 1,090yd (1,000m)
Parking: Use Lion's Den car park, off Cow Drove Hill Road.
On foot
You can access Stockbridge Marsh from the Test Way, a national footpath of around 44 miles (70km) which can be walked from Eling, Southampton to Inkpen Beacon, near Andover.
By bicycle
The National Cycle Network route for the Test Way passes the boundary of Stockbridge Marsh. (Please note, no cycling permitted on site).
Stockbridge Marsh, Cow Drove Hill Road, Stockbridge, Hampshire
Planning your visit
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Visiting Stockbridge Marsh with your dog
Well-behaved dogs are always welcome, kept under control to help protect wildlife and livestock. Professional dog walkers can also use this site, if licensed with us.
Highlights
Marsh Court stream
This tributary of the River Test runs along the western boundary.
Wetland habitat
Unimproved wet grassland and fen-like vegetation, with herb-rich hummocky areas.
Grazing animals
The Marsh is common land, grazed by cattle and horses, allowing a wider diversity of flora species to thrive.
Things to see and do
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Things to see and do at Stockbridge Marsh
A Site of Special Scientific Interest in the peaty river valley of the River Test. A rich wetland habitat, the Marsh consists of unimproved wet grassland and fen-like vegetation.
Top trails
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Stockbridge Common Marsh wildlife walk
Come and enjoy the wide open spaces of Stockbridge Common Marsh, an ideal location for walking and picnicking.
Upcoming events
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About Stockbridge Marsh
Stockbridge Marsh is a Site of Special Scientific Interest within the valley of the River Test. The Marsh consists of unimproved wet grassland and fen-like vegetation.
The western edge is bordered by Marsh Court River, a tributary of the Test. Reeds and marginal vegetation between the river and grassland are a valuable habitat for invertebrates. Wild brown trout, salmon, water voles and kingfishers frequent the chalk stream.
Stockbridge Marsh is Common land. People who live within the parish boundaries can graze their animals here. It's an important part of our site management, helping a wide range of flora to thrive.
Adjacent to the Test Way, the Marsh is a popular place to walk or picnic by the river.
Our work
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Our work in the south-west Hampshire countryside
We’re doing lots of work to look after the countryside sites of Stockbridge Down, Stockbridge Marsh and Curbridge Nature Reserve in order to provide key habitats for rare species.