Chilbolton Cow Common, Chilbolton and Wherwell
Chilbolton Cow Common is a tranquil and picturesque place to explore, walk, have a little paddle in the River Test or a play at the nearby War Memorial Play Area.
The common does not have any facilities so is not somewhere you should plan to spend a full day.
Chilbolton Cow Common
Chilbolton Cow Common is a Site of Special Scientific Interest that is home to rare plants and animals.
Chilbolton
On one side of the common is the village of Chilbolton
and the War Memorial Play Area.
Wherwell Village
On the other side of the common is the beautiful village of Wherwell.
To find it you have to walk over the Long Bridge.
Paddling in the River Test
The River Test runs through the common and there is a gorgeous spot for a little paddle.
No Facilities
Chilbolton Cow Common is a beautiful place to visit but as it is also a Site of Special Scientific Interest with rare plants and animals in need of protection, and does not have any facilities, it is not somewhere you can spend a full day.
The Paths
The paths are easy to walk on and generally grass or chalk.
They are marked out with wooden posts.
Parking
The common can be very busy during warm weather and parking can be tricky.
We found two places to park. There is a car park on the Chilbolton side of the River Test (SP20 6BD).
On the Wherwell side of the river there is a small lay-by on Fullerton Road (SP11 7JS). This is next to the Long Bridge and can fit a couple of cars.
Finding Your Way
From the Chilbolton Cow Common car park you can walk two ways.
The path on the right leads to the common, the River Test and eventually the Long Bridge. The River Test is about a five minute walk. The Long Bridge is about a ten to fifteen minute walk.
The path on the left, which is actually a quiet road, leads to the War Memorial Play Area. It is about a five minute walk.
Chilbolton War Memorial Playing Field and Play Area
The play equipment at War Memorial Play Area includes a zip wire, slide with a tunnel and various swings.
Visit the Chilbolton Cow Common website
Further Information
Nearest Town: Chilbolton, near Andover and Winchester
County: Hampshire
Nearest Postcode: SP20 6BD (or SP11 7JS)
Opens: Daily
Cost: Free
Where to Eat: Bring a picnic.
Facilities: None.
How Long We Spent There: 3 hours
Buggies: Buggy friendly
Parking: There is a small car park.
Cost of Parking: Free.
Wildlife You Might See: Butterflies and other insects, herons, kingfishers and other birds, trout and other pond life and cows.
Information Written: June 2022
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