Areas of grassland that would traditionally have been cut for hay are left ungrazed over the spring and summer months providing valuablew habitat for mammals, reptiles, birds and insects

Meadow lake was the first of three large lakes constructed in the last 30 years. These have provided invaluable habitats for all number of species including an Osprey who visits every year in the Spring

Spotted flycatchers perching on dead wood at Tidgrove ©Shane King

Stone Curlew lifting off fallow plot © Deb Heath

Spotted flycatcher perching on dead wood at Tidgrove ©Shane King

Spotted flycatchers nesting at Tidgrove ©Shane King

Stone Curlew Chicks successfully hatching at Tidgrove Estate © Shane King

Skylark Juvenile © Shane King

A Living Landscape for Learning

Welcome to Tidgrove, a peaceful country estate in North Hampshire where historic landscapes and ecological restoration meet to create a growing hub for soil regenerationand nature-friendly farming.

Once home to a medieval Royal palace used by Norman Kings, Tidgrove is now being transformed from intensively farmed arable land into a diverse, resilient environment rich in both wildlife and heritage.

Since 1988, over 70 acres of chalk downlandhave been restored, with blackthorn, hawthorn, and hazel scrubregenerating naturally. The estate also features ancient hedgerows, old yews, and veteran beech trees, linking today’s efforts to the past.

Three lakes support conservation and enhance the landscape. A small herd of Belted Galloway cattle graze in rotation, helping maintain the balance of meadows and scrub.

A 70-acre woodland, part of the Queen’s Green Canopy, highlights our long-term commitment to nature recovery and climate resilience.

Tidgrove is becoming a learning destination for those interested in regenerative farming, biodiversity, and working in partnership with the land.

Whether you're a student, landowner, or nature enthusiast, we invite you to discover, share, and grow with us.

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