Circular walks

Convenient loop walking routes to explore the stunning scenery and habitats of the New Forest.

Holmsley Ridge and Inclosure

Holmsley Ridge and Inclosure

A circular walk with stunning views over heath land south of the village of Burley.

Start: Holmsley car park

Distance: 7 miles

Balmer Lawn

Balmer Lawn

A circular walk through the mixed woodlands behind Balmer Lawn on the edge of Brockenhurst.

Start: Tilery Road or Standing Hat car parks

Distance: 6 miles

Denny Wood

Denny Wood

A walk through the secluded woodlands of Denny Wood, with its fine ancient oak and beech trees.

Start: Denny Wood campsite / Matley Wood car park

Distance: 6 miles

Highland Water

Highland Water

Follow the gentle progress of the Highland Water stream as it meanders its way through the woods near Bolderwood.

Start: Bolderwood car park

Distance: 3 miles

Millyford Bridge

Millyford Bridge

This walks takes you through several inclosures in the heart of the New Forest as well as passing a reminder of the role the forest played in World War One.

Start: Millyford Bridge car park

Distance: 4 miles

Rhinefield’s Tall Trees

Rhinefield’s Tall Trees

This walk at Blackwater takes you through the majestic redwoods and firs that were planted in the late 1850s as Rhinefield Ornamental Drive.

Start: Blackwater or Brock Hill car parks

Distance: 2 miles

Puckpits (from Acres Down)

Puckpits (from Acres Down)

A short circular walk on gravel tracks from Acres Down car park taking in tranquil woodland and fine forest views.

Start: Acres Down car park

Distance: 2.5 miles

Bolderwood Canadian Memorial

Bolderwood Canadian Memorial

This woodland near Bolderwood starts from the memorial to Canadian soldiers and airmen stationed in the forest during World War Two.

Start: Bolderwood or Canadian Memorial car parks

Distance: 3 miles

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