Pamber Forest
Tadley, Basingstoke and Deane
A 214 hectare nature reserve of woodland, pasture and streams, run by the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. A two mile waymarked trail runs through the reserve, and the wet woodland of Upper Inhams Copse is cool in summer.
Highlights
- Two mile waymarked trail
- Wet woodland of Upper Inhams Copse
- Deer, butterflies and dragonflies along the stream
- Spring birdsong
Good to know
- Dogs must be kept on a lead
- Entry is free, with donations welcome
- Grazing animals are on the reserve, so keep dogs under close control
Getting there
Pamber Forest, Impstone Road, Tadley, Hampshire, RG26 3EQParking: Parking on Impstone Road where the road bears right, on a gravel area to the left.
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