Abbotstone Wood

Wood, Forest in Hampshire Winchester

England

Abbotstone Wood

Farmland, Old Alresford The corner of a field of wheat to the east of Godsfield Copse. — Farmland, Old Alresford Credit: Andrew Smith

Abbotstone Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Hampshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, it is nestled in the beautiful countryside and is part of the South Downs National Park. The wood is situated near the village of Northington, just a few miles away from Alresford.

Abbotstone Wood boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. The woodland is predominantly composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife. Bluebells carpet the forest floor in the spring, creating a stunning display of vibrant color.

The wood is crisscrossed by a network of walking paths, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. These trails lead to hidden clearings, babbling brooks, and peaceful picnic spots, offering opportunities for relaxation and quiet contemplation.

Abbotstone Wood is also home to a rich array of wildlife. Birdwatchers can spot a wide range of species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Deer, foxes, and badgers can also be spotted in the early morning or late evening hours.

Overall, Abbotstone Wood offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem make it an ideal destination for those seeking to reconnect with nature in the heart of Hampshire.

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Abbotstone Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.128807/-1.1433352 or Grid Reference SU6036. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farmland, Old Alresford

The corner of a field of wheat to the east of Godsfield Copse.

Andrew Smith

Farmland, Old Alresford

A clump of trees in wheat to the north of Armsworth Park.

Andrew Smith

Farm buildings, pasture and woods, Old Alresford

Looking down from the footpath climbing southwards from Lower Lanham.

Andrew Smith

Farmland, Old Alresford

Spring barley with Serivens Copse to the left of picture.

Andrew Smith

Farmland, Old Alresford

A crop of wheat between Lower and Upper Lanham Farms, looking towards the latter.

Andrew Smith

Farmland, Old Alresford

A crop of maize below Upper Lanham with the large modern house at Armsworth Hill appearing across the valley.

Andrew Smith

Walkers on Oxdrove Way heading north-east

Rob Purvis

Walkers on Oxdrove Way

Rob Purvis

Spybush Lane

A public bridleway, 173/7/1, Northington. Used by the Wayfarer's Walk trail.

Robin Webster

Harvested field north of Swarraton Farm

Robin Webster

Common Toadflax by Spybush Lane

Linaria vulgaris is a common plant, happy in dry dusty places, but not particularly so here.

Robin Webster

Buckthorn by Spybush Lane

Rhamnus catharticus is a bush I have seldom encountered, but accounts say it is not particularly uncommon. The curving veins of the leaves and general shape are shared with Dogwood, if in doubt pull a leaf apart lengthwise - Buckthorn breaks cleanly, with Dogwood the veins part with an elastic string between the ends. Here the berries are unripe, they later turn black.

Robin Webster

Campanula by Spybush Lane

A tall showy plant, possibly Campanula latifolia, but that is not very common in the south.

Robin Webster

Spybush Lane

A restricted byway over this part. The tall dense tree belt on the right was sport for a remarkable number of Ravens, surfing and tumbling in the up-draft of the west wind. On both my outward and return passes here, they hid themselves away when I got close, and reassembled when I had passed. So no photographs. There must have been at least a dozen.

Robin Webster