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Old Harry & Ballard Down from Studland
Visorando Member
5.22 mi
+653 ft
-650 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Studland (Dorset)
A short Dorset walk that takes in some of the wonderful geological features of the Jurrassic Coast close to Studland. The walk also provides wonderful views across Swanage Bay.
Tuckton/Wick to Hengistbury Head and back
5.89 mi
+59 ft
-46 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
A circular walk from Tuckton/Wick to Hengistbury Head using path along the river Stour and Christchurch harbour.
From Dinosaurs' tracks in Acton to Swanage via Durlston Head Castle
6.23 mi
+623 ft
-1,093 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Langton Matravers (Dorset)
The walk takes you to the recently discovered dinosaurs' tracks, the little bay on the Channel (Dancing Ledge), and on top of the cliffs before reaching the Southern part of Swanage via the Durlston Head Castle. Enjoy the magnificent sea view and the wild South West Coast Path all along.
St Aldhelm's Head near Worth Matravers
4.03 mi
+495 ft
-502 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Worth Matravers (Dorset)
A short Dorset walk in the Isle of Purbeck enjoying the beautiful coastal scenery of St Aldhelms Head. The route uses a section of the South West Coast Path and is an ideal choice for a sunny afternoon.
An exploratory ramble around Iwerne Minster
3.62 mi
+240 ft
-233 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Iwerne Minster (Dorset)
A gentle exploratory ramble along nearby footpaths with pleasant views. Nothing onerous.
West Lulworth to Mupe Bay
3.86 mi
+856 ft
-866 ft
2h 30
Difficult
Departure from West Lulworth (Dorset)
A wonderful peaceful walk to the hidden gem of Mupe Bay. Super coastal views and some nice hills too!
Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door
2.07 mi
+505 ft
-502 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from West Lulworth (Dorset)
Lulworth Cover and Durdle Door are two of the best known features of Dorset's Jurassic Coast. This short walk includes some uphill walking but the path is good and well graded.
Burley village
National Park4.23 mi
+210 ft
-220 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from New Forest (Hampshire)
This walk starts at the village centre before setting out on a circular walk around the edge of the village. There is a gentle uphill climb along Castle Hill Lane where there are good views across the Avon Valley; the perfect setting for stories about dragons and smugglers. The route passes an ancient hill fort on Castle Hill before descending back to the village and along the edge of the Open Forest. The walks return to the village centre past pretty Forest properties and the Queen's Head pub.
In Search of Kitt's Grave : in memory of Kay Chalk 1929 - 2019
9.14 mi
+666 ft
-669 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Martin (Hampshire)
A glorious walk in the hills between Martin Down and the Chalk Valley taking in Vernditch Chase, Marleycombe Hill, Church Bottom and Middleton Down Nature Reserve
Win Green & Tollard Royal
9.44 mi
+948 ft
-938 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Donhead St. Mary (Wiltshire)
A walk from Wiltshire's highest point and through the villages of Tollard Royal and Berwick St James
Godshill and Castle Hill
2.61 mi
+151 ft
-151 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from New Forest (Hampshire)
This walk takes you along quiet field and woodland paths to the site of an Iron Age hill fort. It then continues to a stream-side hamlet on the edge of Castle Hill. There are views across the beautiful Avon Valley with its wildlife-rich water meadows and pasture and an optional detour to Castle Hill fort before returning along field and woodland paths to Godshill.
Bolderwood: Deer Watch Trail
0.59 mi
+92 ft
-92 ft
0h 20
Easy
Departure from Minstead (Hampshire)
Spot deer on this very short circular walk. This short stroll from Bolderwood car park leads you to a deer viewing platform overlooking fields where wild herds of fallow deer are regularly seen. From Easter to mid-September the herd is fed daily by one of the Forestry England keepers.
Bolderwood : Jubilee Grove Trail
1.05 mi
+128 ft
-125 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Minstead (Hampshire)
Wander into Bolderwood and back via the deer viewing platform. Starting from Bolderwood car park this meandering route leads you past the deer fields and some majestic trees, the oldest of which date back to 1860. Unfortunately a large number of trees were lost in the Great Storms of 1987 and 1991, but many new trees have been planted and more will be planted over the coming years.
Osmington Bay
6.55 mi
+810 ft
-807 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Osmington (Dorset)
A hilly walk with fantastic views over Osmington Bay starting from the pretty village of Osmington. Not suitable for children as parts of the walk are along public roads with a few road crossings.
Blackwater : Tall Trees Arboretum Link
1.10 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
0h 30
Easy
Departure from Brockenhurst (Hampshire)
This is an easy walk through woodland, passing through the Arboretum which houses a beautiful collection of trees from many countries. The walk passes Scrag Hill Nursery and ends with a stroll down a short section of the Tall Trees Trail.
Blackwater : Heartwood Trail
0.66 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
0h 20
Easy
Departure from Brockenhurst (Hampshire)
An easy waymarked walk through the Arboretum to experience the woodland and take in the variety of tree species. There are regular seats with backs to rest on along this route.
Tall Trees Trail alternative
1.74 mi
+43 ft
-39 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Brockenhurst (Hampshire)
A flat circular walk with views of two enormous redwoods and using a part of the Tall Trees Trail.
Blackwater : Tall Trees Trail
1.42 mi
+33 ft
-36 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Brockenhurst (Hampshire)
A woodland walk for all seasons. Stimulate your senses on this short trail around the Forestry Commission's Blackwater Arboretum, with its small but nationally important collection of trees from all over the world. Sensory information boards along the trail. This walk takes you past majestic conifers planted in the 1850s, some of the oldest Douglas fir trees in Britain and includes views of two enormous redwoods.
Knightwood Oak Stroll
0.35 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
0h 10
Easy
Departure from Minstead (Hampshire)
Starting from Knightwood Oak car park, this walk visits the largest oak in the forest.
Hale and Woodgreen
5.68 mi
+361 ft
-384 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Redlynch (Wiltshire)
The route starts at Woodfalls and follows a section of the Avon Valley Path through fields and woods to the charming village of Hatchet Green. You then pass Hale House and St Mary's Church before walking alongside the peaceful River Avon. At Woodgreen you can explore a rural community with a strong village identity. The walk returns via shady tracks and woods to Hatchett Green and back to Woodfalls.
Cerne Abbas circuit
3.07 mi
+459 ft
-453 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from Cerne Abbas (Dorset)
A circular walk giving beautiful views over the surrounding countryside of rolling hills and meadows.
Brockenhurst village
5.05 mi
+39 ft
-33 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Brockenhurst (Hampshire)
Brockenhurst is a picturesque village in the heart of the New Forest surrounded by some of the loveliest Forest landscapes. Starting from the village with its famous watersplash, this varied walk takes you across grazed lawns and through riverside woodlands before skirting around the edge of the village to take in some great heathland views. Return through the village to Brockenhurst station.
Keyhaven Marshes
3.55 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Milford-on-Sea (Hampshire)
Walk via the Solent Way through a nature reserve rich in wildlife. Along the route there are views across the Solent to the Isle of Wight and the Needles and opportunities to watch the ever-changing bird life of Keyhaven Marshes. The path then cuts inland to follow an ancient highway behind the reserve before returning to Keyhaven.
From Furzey Gardens Around Minstead
4.29 mi
+289 ft
-289 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Minstead (Hampshire)
A lovely circular walk from Furzey Gardens that takes you through Minstead village and into the New Forest. It is a fairly easy walk although it can get muddy in places. The walk starts at Furzey Gardens Car Park (Free) where there is a delightful cafe serving drinks and light refreshments. Furzey Gardens are a charity to help people with learning difficulties and are open to the public. A reasonable donation is requested on entry.
Boldre village
4.30 mi
+210 ft
-217 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Boldre (Hampshire)
A peaceful and varied walk through country lanes, farmland and an ancient woodland nature reserve. Beginning in the pretty village of Boldre, this is a peaceful and varied walk through country lanes, farmland and an ancient woodland nature reserve. The route is dotted with traditional Forest properties and visits St John the Baptist Church, which has a fascinating literary connection with the village. The walk returns alongside the meandering Lymington River to Boldre Bridge.
Keyhaven Marshes
Association / Club / Walk leader2.98 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Lymington and Pennington (Hampshire)
Explore one of the premier birdwatching sites on the south coast, on easy, surfaced paths.
Brook to Minstead village
7.21 mi
+315 ft
-299 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Bramshaw (Hampshire)
Visit the Rufus Stone to discover the mystery surrounding the death of King William II. The route then follows quiet country lanes to the unspoilt village of Minstead where the famous detective writer and spiritualist Sir Arthur Conon Doyle is buried in the grounds of All Saints Church. Return via winding lanes and fields to Canterton and Brook.
Landford and Hamptworth
4.71 mi
+266 ft
-240 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Landford (Wiltshire)
This walk starts in the village of Landford and explores the northern tip of the New Forest in Wiltshire among woodlands that were once Royal Forests. The walk follows a wooded path to a river ford and through pretty woods and fields to Hamptworth Farm. The route then follows the edge of a golf course to Langley Wood and to the little hamlet of Hamptworth before returning back over the ford to Landford.
Copythorne and Cadnam Common
4.10 mi
+125 ft
-108 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Copythorne (Hampshire)
This walk starts by passing St Mary's Church before winding through Copythorne Common and its interesting mix of woodland and open glades. The route then follows rhododendron and woodland edged tracks to the Cadnam River and the northern commons. Here you can watch ponies grazing before returning through Newbridge and Copythorne Common back to the start.
Portland circular from the Martleaves Farm Campsite
8.54 mi
+554 ft
-564 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Weymouth (Dorset)
A nice, fairly easy wander around Portland from Martleaves campsite.
A nice stop-off for refreshments at Salt by the marina is worthwhile. Some of the climbs can be a bit challenging, but once at the top, the view from The View is stunning.
Evercreech to Batcombe and back along the River Alham
8.49 mi
+614 ft
-630 ft
4h 25
Easy
Departure from Evercreech (Somerset)
A thoroughly pleasant and not very arduous walk from Evercreech to Chesterblade, then to Batcombe and back along the River Alham. There are quite a few hills but none of them are very long and the total ascent of the walk is surprisingly modest.
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