Lyndhurst

The ‘capital’ of the New Forest, Lyndhurst is the bustling heart of the forest. It’s the starting point for many walking routes heading out onto the open forest.

See the full list of Lyndhurst walks below.

Lyndhurst has plenty of pubs, teashops, cafes and restaurants for you to refuel before or after your walk. You’ll also find the New Forest Heritage Centre in the main village car park.

Walking routes are a short distance from the village centre. The iconic Bolton’s Bench is a popular draw to see the famous New Forest ponies and it’s also the starting point for our walk taking in Pondhead Inclosure and along the Ridge with views over White Moor.

South of the village is Beechen Lane which is an ideal point for accessing walking and cycling tracks. Pinkney Lane, off Chapel Lane, takes you in the direction of Bank and Brick Kiln Inclosure.

Our Brockenhurst-Lyndhurst loop walk is a great way to explore both villages and the surrounding countryside and forest. Or discover more about the history of the village and is notable residents over the years on our Lyndhurst Explorer walk.

See the full list of Lyndhurst walks below.

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Lyndhurst Walks

Bolton’s Bench

Bolton’s Bench

From the iconic Bolton’s Bench, on the edge of Lyndhurst, to the vast open expanse of White Moor.

Start: Bolton’s Bench car park

Distance: 5 miles

Lyndhurst – Brockenhurst Loop

Lyndhurst – Brockenhurst Loop

Starting from either village, you’ll wind your way along forest tracks before discovering the history – and tea shops – in each village

Start: Brockenhurst station/Lyndhurst village car park

Distance: 10 miles

Bolderwood – Radnor Trail

Bolderwood – Radnor Trail

An enjoyable short walk following the Radnor Trail, with an extension to enjoy open views across New Forest heathlands.

Start: Bolderwood car park

Distance: 2 miles

Matley Wood

Matley Wood

A circuit of the small but beautiful area of ancient and ornamental woodland near Lyndhurst.

Start: Matley Wood car park

Distance: 1.5 miles

Lyndhurst – Ashurst Loop

Lyndhurst – Ashurst Loop

A circular route linking two popular New Forest villages - making a challenging walk through woodland inclosures and with heathland views.

Start: Lyndhurst village car park/Ashurst village car park

Distance: 9 miles

Lyndhurst Explorer

Lyndhurst Explorer

Discover the history of the ‘capital’ of the New Forest and explore some beautiful woodland on the fringes of Lyndhurst.

Start: Lyndhurst village car park

Distance: 3 miles

Aldridge Hill

Aldridge Hill

Convenient for both Brockenhurst and Lyndhurst, this circular route takes in forest woodlands and crosses gently meandering streams.

Start: Ober Corner car park

Distance: 7 miles

Bank and Beyond

Bank and Beyond

View a deer sanctuary before following the Highland Water to emerge at the village of Bank.

Start: Ober Corner car park

Distance: 7 miles

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