New Forest - cycle routes and walking trail closures

Cycle routes and walking trail closures

Updated 19th June 2025

Disruption to walking and cycling routes

  • The gravel tracks in Wootton and Brownhills Inclosures have been repaired and the areas will both re-open from 5:00pm on Friday 20 June.
  • In Dames Slough Inclosure, heavy machinery is currently working, please take extra care and avoid this area if possible.
  • The three footbridges near Fernycrofts are closed, awaiting repair after the ground nesting bird season, please avoid this route.

Thank you for your understanding. We hope you continue to enjoy the rest of the forest while this work takes place.

Need more information?

Please contact the Ranger Team on 0300 067 4601 (from Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 4:30pm)