Activities at New Forest

The route from Pinkney Lane to Beachern Wood is closed to walkers and cyclists from Mon 27 until Fri 31July.

Activities at New Forest

Two small boys learning to cycle in the woods
Cycling in the New Forest
Two riders in high vis and helmets on horses on a forest path
Horse riding in the New Forest
walkers enjoying a walk around a woodland lake in autumn
Walking in the New Forest
Two people sat on camp chairs next to a tent and dog lying on a blanket
Camping in the New Forest
Barn owl in flight silhouetted against a dusk sky.
Forest Find | New Forest

Discover and enjoy timeless beauty 

Whether you’re walking through ancient woodlands, cycling on waymarked trails, or spotting wildlife, the New Forest offers endless ways to connect with nature.

Where to visit

Path leading through the forest

Bolderwood

Veteran trees and a royal past and present

Explore big, old trees that are home to rare wildlife and plants. Bolderwood is part of Queen Elizabeth II's Ancient Canopy.

Visit Bolderwood
A view of the sign, path and trees at the entrance of Blackwater Arboretum

Blackwater

A tree collection from around the world

Walk the arboretum trail, be awed by the giant redwoods and enjoy the sensory sculptures.

Visit Blackwater
The Knightwood Oak

Knightwood Oak

The largest oak in the New Forest

The 500 year old Knightwood Oak is the most famous tree in the New Forest.

Visit Knightwood Oak
Deep pink sky with single silhouette of tree and frosty grass

Wilverley

An ideal spot for walks and picnics

If you are looking for an ideal spot for picnicing, a walk in the woods or amazing views then Wilverley has it all.

Visit Wilverley
Hatchet Pond lake sunset

Hatchet Pond

The New Forest’s largest body of fresh water

Hatchet Pond is one of the UK’s most important ponds for nature and wildlife.

Visit Hatchet Pond
A woman and young children smiling over a wicker picnic hamper, with trees in the background.

Anderwood

A shady spot nestled in the trees

The perfect spot to park up and enjoy a picnic surrounded by woodland and wildlife.

Visit Anderwood
Three New Forest ponies standing on open grassland.

Whitefield Moor

Stunning heathland views

Enjoy the stunning views of heathland and trees beyond. An ideal spot for all the family for walks or picnics.

Visit Whitefield Moor
Bolton's Bench in Lyndhurst

Bolton's Bench

Nestled in Lyndhurst

Walk up to the top of the hill to take in picturesque views of the heathland, ancient woodlands and grassy lawns.

Visit Bolton's Bench
Eyeworth Pond

Fritham and Eyeworth Pond

Wander through history

Walk around the man-made gunpowder mill pond or take a walk through the woodland.

Visit Fritham and Eyeworth Pond
Verderers’ Hall after restoration

Verderers’ Hall

Located in Lyndhurst High Street

The Verderers’ Hall is the meeting place of the Verderers’ Court, a body originally authorised by the crown to deal with Forest Law.

Visit the Verderers’ Hall
A shady trail in the forest.

The Reptile Centre

A shady walk through the trees

Enjoy a wonderful circular walk through the woods following the Discovery trail from the car park.

Visit the Reptile Centre
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