Ballard Water Meadow

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Ballard Water Meadow

A tranquil nature reserve just off Lake Grove Road offers a gentle wander or a place to sit and enjoy the natural surroundings. The traditional village duck pond is a favourite with the children. These are water meadows so, after a heavy downpour, you may need your waterproof footwear.

Another favourite for families is the Ballard Fairy Trail, an easy wander through the woodland, looking for the fairy houses!  Download the map here Ballard Fairy Trail

New Milton Town Council works with the Friends of Ballard Water Meadow to ensure the site is maintained ensuring that nature conservation objectives are fulfilled.

Read the Ballard Water Meadow Management Policy and Work Plan here

Ballard Water Meadow Management Policy from 2020

Ballard Water Meadow Annual Work Plan from 2020

Ballard Water Meadow Annual Report 2022-23

2023 Ballard Bird Census

Details of the Insect Survey Ballard Meadow and Woodland – Insect Report 2022

For more information on the Friends of Ballard Water Meadow, click here.

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