Odiham Common

One of the few examples of woodland pasture outside the New Forest and a Site of Special Scientific Interest

Dog friendly
Surfaced and unsurfaced paths
Free parking
Canal
Woodlands

Location

London Road, Odiham

Closest postcode: RG29 1JJ

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Features

  • free parking at Colt Hill Wharf car park
  • dog friendly
  • surfaced and unsurfaced paths - the Common is not suitable for disabled or pushchair access unless ground conditions are very dry
  • Basingstoke Canal runs along the boundary
  • wildflower meadow is connected Broad Oak Common (via bridge over canal)
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest

Wildlife

Top species found at Odiham Common, from left to right:

A species guide showing Odiham common animals: Forester moth, Whiter letter hairsteeak butterfly, Fox, Badger, Grass Snake, Roe Deer and Adder
  • forester moth
  • white letter hairstreak butterfly
  • fox
  • badgers
  • grass snake
  • roe deer
  • adder

Emergency contact information

Our ranger team work from 08:30am to 16:30pm Monday to Thursday, and 08:30am to 16:00pm on Fridays. During these hours, you can reach them anytime via email at countryside@hart.gov.uk or by phone on 01252 622122

For injured animals, call:

  • RSPCA: 0300 1234 999
  • Hart Wildlife Rescue: 01420 562335
  • Harper Asprey Wildlife Rescue: 01344 623106
  • Wildlife Aid Foundation: 01372 360404
  • Herbie Hedgehog Rescue: 01584 890 801