Winnall Moors
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It is easy to forget in this tranquil spot that the bustling city centre is a short walk away. Winnall Moors has the renowned and beautiful River Itchen flowing throughout its length, providing much needed water for the wet grasslands, reedbeds, wet woodlands and ponds. Click here for more on wildlife and landscape features. |
Autumn highlights
With surfaced paths, boardwalks and bridges, you can enjoy the wetland without your wellies! Look out for the kingfishers and water voles that are frequently seen on the water ways. You can enjoy our riverside trees any time by inspecting fallen leaves – the finger like pointed leaves are from the willow trees while the more rounded leaves with an indentation at the tip, the size of the palm of your hand are from the alders. Willows and alders grow well in wet places and have multiple cultural and social uses such as alder’s use in lock gates while willow bark was used as a medicine to reduce pain and fever.
To reduce disturbance to sensitive wildlife please remember no dogs or cycles are permitted at Winnall Moors.
NEWS Otter spotted at Winnall Moors read more about it here
How to get there
The reserve can be found at Durngate Place, Winchester, SO23 8DX, opposite the Willow Tree pub. OS grid reference SU 486 297. Click for directions .Download the new reserve leaflet.
Contact Information
For further details of conditions on site contact the Reserves Officer, Rachel Remnant on 07786 777498
You can get involved at the reserve by volunteering as a warden, joining the Winchester Reserves Team or leading walks for visitors. We would love to hear from you.
Make a donation by phone
The reserve is open 24/7 and there is no entry fee. Your donations help us to manage the reserve for wildlife and people’s enjoyment.
You can text a donation from your mobile phone by dialling 70070 and texting WINM10 followed by the amount you want to donate. E.G. WINM10 £5
