Hurst Woods

Hampshire > United Kingdom

Deciduous woodland remnant of the woods, with a small stream running through. A quiet getaway from the surrounding urban area.

Added* by Toby Humby
Most recent update 3 June 2021

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Description

Beautiful woodland full of birdsong and sounds of the river. Very accessible by foot and a popular walking location. Little Egret and Grey Wagtail can be seen on the Hermitage Stream. Flocks of Long-tailed Tit, Eurasian Blue Tit, Great Tit, and other woodland birds are common and often sing. Plenty of Common Wood Pigeon to be seen alongside grey squirrels. Common Buzzard have been seen hunting here.

Details

Access

Easily accessible by foot, with parking in the streets of Waterlooville nearby.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , River , City/village

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Narrow trail , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

Extra info

Woods extend North of the river, with a mix of tree species providing a variety of habitats.

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Top 5 birds

1. Firecrest
(Regulus ignicapilla)

2. Great Spotted Woodpecker
(Dendrocopos major)

3. Stock Dove
(Columba oenas)

4. Sparrowhawk
(Accipiter nisus)

5. Grey Wagtail
(Motacilla cinerea)

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