Situated on the southern edge of Romsey, Hampshire, this site is in the shallow valley formed by the Tadburn Stream as it flows towards the River Test.
Most of the reserve is covered by valley woodland of mixed deciduous trees with alder, willow and oak predominating. The stream itself, is similar in character to a New Forest stream with a well developed riffle and pool system over a bed of gravel or coarse sand.
Beautiful Demoiselle Caddis Larva Mayfly nymph
Mite (microscope view) Bullhead Golden-
Stickleback Snail leech Freshwater Shrimp Diving beetle
The shallow parts of the stream (riffles) ensure good oxygenation of the water and are the preferred habitat of bulheads
Signal Crayfish have recently invaded Tadburn Stream and may prove to be harmful to the ecosystem.
The network of surfaced paths and bridges offer good access to those wanting to observe the wildlife
