Visitor information
Opening hours
How to find us
Parking & prices
Facilities & access
Contact details

Opening hours

Bolton's Bench is open from dawn until dusk. 

How to find us

How to find us
By Car

From Lyndhurst take the A35 towards Southampton and turn right on the B3056 Beaulieu Road (opposite Lyndhurst Fire Station) and the car park is immediatley on the left. 

OS Grid Ref
SU 30429 080
Get directions

50.871506244396, -1.5688991546631

Parking and prices

There are no parking charges at Bolton's Bench. 

Additional information

Number of accessible parking spaces: 0

Try our easy access trails page to find accessible parking near you.

Facilities and access

Please be aware there are no toilets nor picnic areas here (to protect the local livestock), but Lyndhurst is a short walk away with toilets and lots of food availability. 

Contact details

Landline Number
0300 067 4601
Out Of Hours Number
0300 067 4600
E-Mail Address
southern.enquiries@forestryengland.uk
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Visit Bolton’s Bench, a timeless gateway to the New Forest

Walk up to the top of the hill at Bolton’s Bench and take a moment to let your mind wander amongst the magestic ancient yew trees. You'll also be treated to picturesque views of the heathland, ancient woodlands and grassy lawns that make the New Forest so special. 

The centre of Lyndhurst, a village at the heart of the New Forest, is just a five minute walk away and has a variety of tearooms, pubs and restaurants as well as the New Forest Heritage Centre and Museum. The Lyndhurst War Memorial Cross is located next to Bolton's Bench Car Park. 

You are likely to see the New Forest's ponies and cattle. Please treat these animals with care, don’t feed or pet the livestock – keep your distance.

 

At a glance

  • Stunning views across the New Forest

  • Access to Lyndhurst

  • Walking 

Activities at Bolton's Bench

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