Langley Wood National Nature Reserve
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Overview
Langley Wood NNR is a large area of ancient oak woodland which marks the northern boundary of the New Forest. The reserve has a variety of woodland habitats, woodland birds, and rare lichens living on the older trees. The oak wood is vitally important for wildlife, and rare, wet alder woodland can also be found along its watercourses and streams. The site is home to a wide range of insects including some rare butterflies, beetles and moths. Almost 600 species of fungi have been found in the wood as well as dormice, bats and rare plants like yellow bird’s nest. It’s also an excellent habitat for woodland birds including cuckoo, hawfinch, nightjar, redstart, wood warbler, spotted flycatcher, lesser spotted woodpecker and tree pipit. In autumn, the woods echo with the roaring sound of the rutting stags among the large herds of deer which are found within the wood.
About the area
Wiltshire’s charm lies in the beauty of its countryside, with expansive chalk landscapes of the Marlborough and Pewsey downs and miles of uninterrupted views deep into Dorset, Somerset and the Cotswolds. Stroll through quaint timbered and thatched villages in the southern Woodford and Avon valleys and explore the historic streets of the stone villages of Lacock, Castle Combe and Sherston.
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The Kings Head
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Sandy Balls Holiday Village
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Undercastle Cottage
Undercastle cottage is a dog-friendly, luxury cottage in the New Forest that sleeps 4 to 6 people. It has sun terraces, lush gardens and 2,500m of private fishing on the Hampshire Avon....
Undercastle Cottage
Undercastle cottage is a dog-friendly, luxury cottage in the New Forest that sleeps 4 to 6 people. It has sun terraces, lush gardens and 2,500m of private fishing on the Hampshire Avon....
The Bell Inn
The Bell Inn, Lyndhurst, is part of the Bramshaw Golf Club and makes an ideal base for visiting the New Forest. Comfortable bedrooms have been appointed to a high standard. Public areas...
Wayside
This property is a modern, self-contained extension to the owner's residence with its own private outdoor spaces. It will comfortably accommodate a family of four or two couples. Locate...
Wayside Apartment
This property is a modern, self-contained extension to the owner's residence with its own private outdoor spaces. It will comfortably accommodate a family of four or two couples. Locate...
