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Titchfield Haven

National Nature ReserveAn image of Titchfield Haven

Titchfield Haven National Nature Reserve is a well-known birdwatching site managed by Hampshire County Council. It covers 369 acres of the Lower Meon Valley and contains a variety of wetland habitats, some of which have become rare in lowland Britain. The reserve is managed primarily for birds but it also has rare flora including rarities such as slender bird's-foot-trefoil, frogbit and marsh mallow. It is also home to foxes, deer, dragonflies (19 species have been recorded) and butterflies. You can see birds at close range, in one of the many 'hides'.

There is something to see all year round:

Winter - there are huge numbers of wildfowl which return here to escape the cold of their northern breeding grounds
Spring - listen to the wide range of birdsong and watch the swallows and other summer visitors
Summer - view the colourful wetland plants and dragonflies
Autumn - watch out for the first migrant waders and wildfowl.

Opening times

Open seven days a week, including Bank Holidays (not 25th or 26th December) 9am - 4pm.

You can buy tickets from reception or book online External Hyperlink - Opens in new tab. You will be given a dated coloured sticker to be displayed on your clothing or equipment. The reserve is checked regularly and you will be asked to show your ticket. There are no toilet facilities on site. Public toilets can be found at Hove-To public car park and also near the West side entrance (near to Meon Shore Chalets). There is a kiosk where hot and cold drinks, ice creams and snacks can be purchased. In addition, a selection of reference books, information packs and local artist cards are available to buy. Groups are welcome but please make an advance booking External Hyperlink - Opens in new tab.

Website: Titchfield Haven National Nature Reserve External Hyperlink (opens in new window)

Address: Cliff Road, Hill Head, Fareham, Hants, PO14 3JT

Tel: 01329 662145  Fax: 01329 667113