The Hermitage Wildlife Garden logoThe HermitageWILDLIFE GARDEN · GOSPORT

A HIDDEN GREEN SPACE IN THE HEART OF GOSPORT

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The Hermitage.

A peaceful wildlife garden shaped by nature, history and the people who care for it.

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WELCOME

A little wilderness with a big story.

Tucked away in Gosport is a garden where winding paths disappear beneath mature trees, flowers return with the seasons and wildlife finds a home.

The Hermitage is a place to wander, notice the small things and enjoy a quieter corner of the town. A new chapter is now taking root as local people work towards supporting its future.

EXPLORE

Follow the path. See what you find.

Woodland, water, seasonal planting and informal paths give The Hermitage its distinctive character.

Discover the garden

WILDLIFE

Small wonders, everywhere.

Seasonal flowers at The Hermitage

Plants & flowers

Colour and texture change throughout the year.

Pond habitat at The Hermitage

Pond & water

A valuable wet habitat within the garden.

Bird photographed at The Hermitage

Birds & woodland life

Look up, listen and discover what shares the garden.

GET INVOLVED

Help write the garden's next chapter.

Whether you can lend a hand, share local knowledge, contribute photographs or simply help spread the word, there is a place for you.

Ways to get involved

FRIENDS OF THE HERMITAGE GARDEN

Building something for the future.

A volunteer-led Friends group is being developed to help protect, improve and celebrate this special place. The group is still in formation, and this website will grow with it.

Read about the Friends →