Dames Slough Inclosure

Wood, Forest in Hampshire New Forest

England

Dames Slough Inclosure

Black Water New Forest stream — Black Water Credit: John Myers

Dames Slough Inclosure is a woodland area located in Hampshire, England. It is part of the New Forest National Park and covers an area of approximately 120 hectares. The inclosure is predominantly composed of mixed deciduous trees, with oak, beech, and birch being the most common species.

The woodland is characterized by its dense vegetation and varied topography, including small valleys, streams, and gentle slopes. Dames Slough Inclosure is known for its rich biodiversity, providing a habitat for a wide range of flora and fauna. The woodland floor is carpeted with bluebells and wildflowers during the spring months, creating a picturesque and colorful landscape.

The inclosure is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, walkers, and photographers, offering numerous trails and footpaths that wind through the woodland. These pathways provide opportunities to explore the diverse ecosystem and observe the wildlife that inhabits the area. Visitors may encounter deer, squirrels, and a variety of bird species, making it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

Dames Slough Inclosure also serves as an important conservation area, as it is managed by the Forestry Commission to maintain and enhance its natural features. This includes the removal of invasive species, maintaining the health of existing trees, and replanting new saplings to ensure the long-term sustainability of the woodland.

Overall, Dames Slough Inclosure is a stunning woodland in Hampshire, offering visitors a tranquil and immersive experience in nature, while also playing a vital role in preserving the natural heritage of the New Forest National Park.

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Dames Slough Inclosure Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.844241/-1.649809 or Grid Reference SU2405. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Black Water

New Forest stream

John Myers

The Tall Trees Trail

South from the car park at Brock Hill

John Myers

Cep (Boletus edulis)

A young Cep (Boletus edulis) in Anderwood Inclosure. This is perhaps the most prized of edible fungi and as a result is often the subject of heavy exploitation. Because of this I have chosen to give only the 4 fig grid reference for this particular example.

Ian Capper

Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus)

A cluster of Oyster Mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) in Anderwood Inclosure. This particular example was growing on a Silver Birch trunk, rather than the more usual Beech.

Ian Capper

Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria)

A group of three Fly Agarics (Amanita muscaria) growing on a bank alongside a track in Anderwood Inclosure. The white specks on the cap's surface are the remains of the veil that covers the emergent fruiting body. For a close up of the nearest of the three, see SU2505 : Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria).

Ian Capper

Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria)

A Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) growing on a bank alongside a track in Anderwood Inclosure. The white specks on the cap's surface are the remains of the veil that covers the emergent fruiting body as is the ring on the stem, clearly seen in this photo. This was one of a group of three on the same bank - see SU2505 : Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria).

Ian Capper

Brown Birch Bolete (Leccinum scabrum)

A group of Brown Birch Boletes (Leccinum scabrum) in Anderwood Inclosure. As expected from its English name, they were found growing under a Silver Birch tree.

Ian Capper

Stinkhorn (Phallus impudicus)

A Stinkhorn (Phallus impudicus) growing among leaves in Anderwood Inclosure. Both the English and Latin names are very apt. The former refers to the strong smell it gives out to attract flies which then transfer the spores elsewhere, and the latter, translated as "shameless phallus", needs no further explanation.

Ian Capper