Iping and Stedham Commons
Iping and Stedham Commons represent some of the best that this scarce heathland habitat can offer. As rich in atmosphere as it is in wildlife.
Iping and Stedham Common Nature Reserve is situated just west of Midhurst and is one of the best examples of lowland heathland in Sussex. Its extensive 125ha is mostly owned by Sussex Wildlife Trust and also now includes Trotton Common and Bridgelands Plantation. It is a great place to see some of the amazing wildlife that can only be found on this declining habitat. Over 80% of lowland heath has been lost from the UK in the last couple of centuries. On top of this the UK has 20% of the world’s lowland heath making the total area rarer than tropical rainforests.
Iping and Stedham Commons Nature Reserve is free to visit, but we are only able to care for Iping and Stedham Commons with the support we receive from our members. Please consider becoming a member today.
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Meet the staff: Ryan Allison
06 November 2024
Meet Site Manager- West, Ryan Allison and find out more about his work, life and conservation grazing horses!

In search of the Black Darter
18 August 2024
Dragonflies in Sussex appear to be doing quite well, except, that is, for the Black Darter. Simon Linington goes in search of the elusive Black Darter on some of our West Sussex reserves

Dream visit for a self-confessed 'spider nerd'!
24 March 2024
James Chisnall went on a fantastic visit to Iping and Stedham Commons nature reserve to record spiders with County Recorder Graeme Lyons

Be tick aware
15 June 2022
Now summer is here it is a good time to brush up on your knowledge of ticks, where they live and what sensible precautions you can take.