Ham Gate Avenue, Richmond, London, TW10 5HD
Ham Common Woods Local Nature Reserve
Mixed-habitat reserve
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5.5
Wildland
1–2 hours
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Why it's Wildland
5.5Thirty hectares of woodland, scrub and acid grassland form a green link between Ham Common and Richmond Park. The borough describes the wet and dry woods as habitat for beetles, fungi, birds and bats.
A substantial patchwork of woodland and open habitat on Richmond’s edge, with a clear wildlife interest beyond its name: the local authority specifically identifies beetles, fungi, birds and bats. It is a worthwhile local nature escape, though the available evidence does not establish a signature trail or feature to justify a longer journey.
Peaceful · Green
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The experience
A simple nature visit rather than a mapped route: explore the woodland and open habitats at your own pace, keeping an eye out for signs of the wildlife identified by the borough. No route length or facilities are verified in the supplied sources.
Things to do
Explore the mix of habitats
Notice where the woodland gives way to scrub and acid grassland. The borough describes all three habitats within the 30-hectare site.
Look for signs of wildlife
The borough describes the wet and dry woodlands as habitat for beetles, fungi, birds and bats. No particular species or viewing point is specified.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · Allow 1–2 hours; this is a suggested visit length, not a sourced route duration.
A short woodland and wildlife visit
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Enter from the Ham Gate Avenue area; confirm the access point and current conditions before setting out.
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Explore the woodland and open habitats at an unhurried pace.
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Look and listen for signs of birds and bats, and notice the range of habitat described by the borough.
Half day · Half day; suggested, not a verified itinerary.
A closer look at the habitat mosaic
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Spend time exploring the woodland, scrub and acid grassland rather than treating the site as a single uniform wood.
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Pause to look for signs of beetles and fungi, as well as birds and bats noted by the borough.
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The borough identifies walkers and horse riders as visitors to the woods; no specific route or adjoining stop is verified here.
When to go
· Not specified in the supplied sources.
The supplied official source describes habitats and wildlife but does not identify seasonal highlights or peak months.
Check conditions before visiting; path surfaces and terrain are not specified in the supplied sources.
What to look for
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Notice the change between woodland, scrub and acid grassland. The borough identifies beetles, fungi, birds and bats as wildlife the woods support
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specific species or viewing locations are not verified.
The story
No specific history theme verified.
Best time to go
No particular season is identified by the supplied sources; wildlife and woodland interest may vary through the year.
No best time of day is verified. Check current conditions before setting out.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Walkers · Wildlife lovers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: 9am-5pm
- Tuesday: 9am-5pm
- Wednesday: 9am-5pm
- Thursday: 9am-5pm
- Friday: 9am-5pm
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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Practical information
Opening & access
The London Borough of Richmond upon Thames says the woods are accessible at all times. Its page gives the address as Ham Gate Avenue, Richmond, TW10 5HD.
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Accessibility
The supplied source data says the car park and entrance are not wheelchair-accessible. Surface and route accessibility are not specified; check before visiting.
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Around Ham Common Woods Local Nature Reserve
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
Source image8.6Richmond Park
Richmond, London
2.0 km away
