Southampton Common Map

Southampton Common is a large open space to the north of the city centre of Southampton, England. It is bounded by the districts of Shirley, Bassett, Highfield and Portswood. The area supports a large variety of wildlife, including one of the largest populations in Britain of the nationally rare great crested newt. The Common is used for community events, Flo…
Southampton Common is a large open space to the north of the city centre of Southampton, England. It is bounded by the districts of Shirley, Bassett, Highfield and Portswood. The area supports a large variety of wildlife, including one of the largest populations in Britain of the nationally rare great crested newt. The Common is used for community events, Flower Festival, Race for life Cancer Research UK and formerly 'Power in the Park' hosted by Power FM.
  • Location: Southampton
  • Operated by: Southampton City Council
  • Area: 365 acres (148 ha)
  • Created: Unknown. First documented 13th century as common land · 1844 as public park
  • Open: All year
  • Status: Green Flag Award · Site of Special Scientific Interest
  • Type: Common land / Public park
Data from: en.wikipedia.org