Southwood Country Park | Blackwater Valley

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Southwood Country Park

57 hectares of open green space in the heart of Farnborough, Hampshire.

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The park covers 57 hectares of open space and is split into two areas, the east and west sides.The eastern side of the park covers 27 hectares of natural land including wetlands and the course of the Cove Brook. It also includes the café and field centre, a large playground and car park. There is a combination of older formal and informal paths. We plan to provide more formal paths, similar to the paths on the western side, as we develop the park. These constructed stone all-weather paths are designed for shared use for walking, cycling and to be more accessible if you have a disability.Covering around 30 hectares, the west side of the park offers informal paths and a 2.4-kilometre formal circular route, linking the Kennels Lane car park with the café / field centre and a path to Southwood Woodland. This side is more characterised by wet grassland and wooded areas and with the neighbouring Southwood Woodland forms some of the headwaters for the Cove Brook with the tributary running along the northern boundary into the eastern side and the Cove Brook itself.The site is attractive for dog walkers and links to the Southwood Woodland and neighbouring Hartland Country Park and onwards to Fleet Pond and the Basingstoke Canal allow for lengthy walks in a natural environment. We have given consideration towards the safety of dogs by providing dog-proof fencing, protecting boundaries of the park with roads and kissing gates at entrances.

Popular with dogwalkers, the west side of the park boasts a 2.4km, all-weather path, designed for shared use by walkers and cyclists, and to be accessible for those with impaired mobility. provides links to Southwood Woodland and the neighbouring Hartland Country Park, with

Perfect for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, the west of the park visitors can expect picturesque walking trails, lush greenery, and a variety of wildlife to observe. Enjoy a peaceful picnic by the lake or engage in recreational activities like cycling and birdwatching. Whether you're relaxation or adventure, Southwood Country Park offers something for everyone to enjoy.