Enter the Lion’s Den at Stockbridge Common Marsh, near Andover

Enter the Lion’s Den at Stockbridge Common Marsh, near Andover

Enter the Lion’s Den at Stockbridge Common Marsh, near Andover
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Hidden along the banks of the River Test, Stockbridge Common Marsh is a tranquil spot for a picnic, paddle and walk.  

 

Stockbridge Common Marsh

Stockbridge Marsh in Stockbridge, near Andover, HampshireAs you enter Stockbridge Common Marsh you pass a National Trust sign that says ‘The Lions Den’ and I have absolutely no idea why!

 

 

 

Stockbridge Marsh in Stockbridge, near Andover, HampshireThe common is mainly grassland where you can walk and picnic during dry weather.

 

 

 

 

Stockbridge Marsh in Stockbridge, near Andover, HampshireA tributary of the River Test flows along one edge.

 

 

 

 

Stockbridge Marsh in Stockbridge, near Andover, HampshireIf you look carefully you may spot brown trout.

 

 

 

 

 

Paddling

Children can have a little paddle by the bridge

 

 

 

 

but they may not be alone!

 

 

 

 

 

Stockbridge Town

Stockbridge Common Marsh in Stockbridge, near Andover, HampshireIf you cross the bridge and walk a short way, you come to the pretty town of Stockbridge.

 

 

 

 

Stockbridge Common Marsh in Stockbridge, near Andover, HampshireThe River Test flows through the town, past shops and places to eat. 

 

 

 

 

 

The Paths

The paths are flat and easy to walk on but can become boggy and muddy during wetter weather.

 

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Visit the Stockbridge Common Marsh website

 


Further Information

Nearest Town: Stockbridge, near Andover and Winchester
County: Hampshire
Nearest Postcode: SO20 6JA 

Opens: Daily
Cost: Free

Where to Eat: Bring a picnic and a blanket.
Facilities: None

How Long We Spent There: 3 hours
Buggies: You might be able to use an all terrain buggy.

Parking: There is a car park but it can be very busy. 
Cost of Parking: Free.

Wildlife You Might See: Butterflies and other insects; herons, kingfishers and other birds; brown trout,  other fish and pond life; cows and water voles.

Information Written: June 2022

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