Sandford Heath
This hidden heathland is found on the edge of The Woodlands housing estate in Sandford, near Wareham.
Sandford Heath
| Nearest town: |
Wareham |
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| Grid reference: |
SY 940 905 |
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| Nearest postcode: |
BH20 7QJ |
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| Nearest bus stop: |
Outside Heath Cottages on the Sandford Road (bus numbers 40 or X54). Check bus timetables online. |
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| Nearest train station: |
Holton Heath |
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| Parking: |
Parking is available off of Woodlands Drive and on the side roads of The Woodlands housing estate. |
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| How to get there: |
Sandford Heath is found adjacent to the A351 at Sandford, near Wareham. Traveline South West can help plan your journey.
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| Accessibility: |
There a number of footpaths which run through and on the edge of the heath. There is a gate at the western corner of the heath adjacent to the A351. Download the Sandford Heath map which shows access points and footpaths. |
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| Dogs allowed? |
Yes, but they should be kept on a lead due to the wildlife interest of the site. There is a dog waste bin located at the entrance off of the A351, near the roundabout. |
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| Habitats: |
Heath, woodland and a lily pond. |
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| Site designations: |
Sites of Special Scientific Interest and National Nature Reserve |
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| Owner: |
Partly owned by Dorset Council |
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| Other things to do in the area: |
Poole Harbour Trails - Route 4, Northport Greenway and Woodlark Trail, Morden Bog.
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| Managed by: |
Natural England
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