Stoke Park Wood

Visitor information

Discover this beautiful mixed woodland, lying to the north-east of Southampton

Stoke Park Wood consists of a beautiful mix of ancient woodland and newly planted trees. 

Wide rides and clear paths provide open access to the woodland, making it ideal for those looking for a peaceful walk or adventurous bike ride. 

At a glance

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Things to do

Grab your helmet and head out for a beautiful cycle ride around Stoke Park Wood!

Stoke Park Wood offers shared access trails for visitors to cycle on.

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Stoke Park Wood has a range of open paths that run through the woodland.  

Nearby forests

Children running on muddy forest path in wellies

Whiteley Pastures is home to a variety of rare wildlife including a rich insect population. The woodlands are a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest that we work to manage and protect. 

There are a range of gravel paths for you to follow that take you throughout the woodland and its natural features including areas of ancient woodland and ponds. 

Mossy woodland path

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woodland trail in picturesque setting

With walking trails, cycling, outdoor play and picnic spots, West Walk is the ideal family day out. At 350 hectares, it is the largest remaining fragment of the ancient Forest of Bere. 

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