Discover Pamber Forest, one of Hampshire's most magical ancient woodlands.

The first three months of the year have been
characterised by the extremely mild wet weather that
has led to the paths and tracks becoming very muddy.

For the majority of January and February the wet winter continued and paths and tracks around the site were very muddy contributing to a significant reduction in visitor numbers.

This will go down as the summer that never happened! July was the best month, but this is a relative term. There were a few hot days in August but these spells did not last, it then deteriorated…

The very wet weather in September continued throughout the last three months of the year, making very challenging conditions. Much of the wildlife remained completely subdued during the period…

The spring is always busy with migrants coming and going and insects emerging. Migrants were very late this year with the second part of April being wet and cool.

Our chalk streams are amazing places to experience nature. The Watercress and Winterbournes partners have been helping the people of Laverstoke and Freefolk to get closer to theirs.