Full list of nature reserves in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight

Winchester has a number of fantastic of reserves, which offer a beautiful range of habitats, right in the heart of the city. The Winchester reserves offer a great variety of activities for schools, preschools and further education groups.

Blashford Lakes Education Centre sits in the heart of a stunning 159 hectare nature reserve, surrounded by lake, pond, river, woodland and grassland habitats. Blashford Lakes education centre hosts a wonderful range of events for schools, birthday parties and adult groups.

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Surrounded by a beautiful mosaic of habitats including lakes, woodlands and flower-filled meadows, Swanwick Lakes Education Centre provides the perfect environment for learning. The fascinating archaeological history of the nature reserve makes it particularly special. Please note, Swanwick Lakes is now fully booked for schools and groups for the rest of the summer term.

Testwood Lakes Education Centre is a purpose built hive of activity, where learning and discovery takes place in a safe and fun environment. Surrounded by a 150 acre nature reserve of wildflower meadows, lakes, rivers and woodland, Testwood Lakes provides the perfect setting to enjoy a range of events and explore the natural world with your school or group, under the expert guidance of our knowledgeable staff and volunteers.

We're proud of the fact that many of our nature reserves are beautiful, inviting and attractive to people looking for nice places to walk their four legged friends. Here are some simple ways that you can enjoy walking your dog on our nature reserves whilst preserving their value for wildlife.