Places to Walk in the New Forest

Top 5 Places to Walk in the New Forest

With so many areas of countryside to explore, it’s hard to pick our favourites, however here are some of the most popular walking routes you can find in the New Forest:

1. Bolderwood: Radnor Trail (1.9 miles)
   This fantastic medium walk passes through sweet chestnut, oak and beech dating from the 1860s. Head towards the beautiful Bratley Water, which makes for the ideal spot to rest and enjoy a picnic. The trail will then lead you to the Bolderwood deer viewing platform where you can often see Fallow Deer.

2. Anderwood Walk (3.1 miles)
   Perfect for families and dog walkers. This 3.1-mile walk follows a lovely path through woodlands and alongside a stream in the New Forest. Enjoy stunning views, shaded forests and you may even see a free-roaming pony.

3. Eyeworth Pond Walk (4 miles)
   Enjoy a perfect moderate walk through deep woodlands and across heathlands in the New Forest. Explore the wonderful Eyeworth Pond and walk at one of the highest points of the New Forest, Telegraph Hill. 

4. Burley Village Walk (4.2 miles)
   Burley is a quirky village in the New Forest, where you can find wonderful pubs and tasty handmade fudge. On this trail, you'll head out of the centre of the village and explore around the edge on a circular walk. Enjoy the gentle uphill climb along Castle Hill Lane, where you'll find amazing views across the Avon Valley. You'll also pass an ancient fort, open forest and woodland. 

5. Lyndhurst on foot (8.5 miles)
   Discover the ‘heart’ of the New Forest at Lyndhurst. What better way to do this than on foot? This circular walk extends through the parish of Lyndhurst and passes by several pubs, perfect for a break in your journey! A lot of the 8½ mile route is on the footpaths and bridleways which surround the town, with only small sections of the walk taking place on roads.