Fleet Pond Nature Reserve

About

Fleet Pond is the largest freshwater lake in Hampshire and the nature reserve has 54.6 hectares (141 acres) of varied habitats. The pond itself occupies approximately half of this area. The surrounding land features heathland, woodland, reedbed and marsh, and is home for many species of birds, butterflies, dragonflies and wildflowers. Fleet Pond is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI.) Conservation of the site is managed by Hart District Council's Countryside Rangers in partnership with Fleet Pond Society volunteer teams.

Top 10 species found at Fleet Pond: Adder, grass snake, slow worm, cuckoo, reed warbler, snipe, goldcrest, teal, common whitethroat, noctule bat.

Facilities: free parking points nearby and designated parking off the Cove Road. Parking at Fleet Railway Staion - charges apply. 3 mapped and way-marked walking routes of different distances. Picnic tables and benches, viewpoints and fishing platforms. Fishing permits can be purchased via the web-link.

Group led activities must contact the Education Ranger in advance - countryside@hart.gov.uk

Download the Fleet Pond app for trails and interesting information about the whole site - also via the web-link.

Please check for the latest information from Hart District Council on access and walking conditions at Fleet Pond.

About Hart District Council

Hart District Council is a second tier local authority covering Hart District. Their services include: Council Tax/Benefits, Democratic Services (Elections), Countryside & Leisure Services, Environmental Health, Housing Support, Parking/Car Parks, Planning, Business support, and Household Waste collections. Representation of Hart residents at the district level is supported by your Hart District Councillors. Full details about council meetings and council services can be viewed on Hart District Council's website and social media pages.

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User Cost/Charge Information
Please see web-site for fishing permit prices at Fleet Pond.