Testwood Lakes form a stunning nature reserve with grassland, wetland and woodland habitats. Lapwings, oystercatchers, and great crested grebes roost on the lakes in spring. During the summer, clouds of brightly-coloured dragonflies and damselflies can be observed. You can see plenty more wildlife and plantlife, too. There are also bird hides dotted around.

Joe

July 26, 2016

Testwood Lakes is a lovely spot to visit when on foot, whether running or walking.

The exit pathway to the north is overgrown at present. Not impassably, but getting through unscathed by brambles or stinging nettles is quite difficult right now (July 2016). Also, my runs have been interrupted by grazing cows being stubbornly unwilling to move.

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Location: Totton And Eling, New Forest, Hampshire, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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Testwood Lakes Nature Reserve

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