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Mushroom picking in Hedge End

Hedge End lies at about 28 m. Forest is scarce here: 21 % within 10 km, mostly oak and beech. In the 2026 season, the most good days here were for Russula, Chicken of the Woods and Suede Bolete. Today Oyster Mushroom leads with 35 %.

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Bishopstoke21 % forest · RussulaEastleigh20 % forest · RussulaSouthampton26 % forest · RussulaHythe31 % forest · RussulaFareham13 % forest · RussulaTotton39 % forest · RussulaCowes14 % forest · RussulaWinchester15 % forest · Russula
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Which mushrooms grow in Hedge End?

In the 2026 season our forecast showed the most good days in Hedge End for Russula, Chicken of the Woods, Suede Bolete.

How much forest is there in Hedge End?

Within 10 km of Hedge End about 21 % of the land is forest.

When is mushroom season in Hedge End?

The main season is usually August to October; rain and warmth decide when it starts. The growth chance above shows today, the mushroom forecast the next 10 days.