Or, purchase the new forest ordance survey map on their website. The new forest became a site of special scientific interest in 1971, and was granted special status as the new forest heritage area in 1985, with additional planning controls added in 1992. For some of the best new forest cycling routes try our cycle routes finder. For your convenience, the forestry commission has made a new forest cycling map available. The new forest brockenhurst to lyndhurst cycle route. This cycle trail is completely free of roads and traffic. New forest, hampshire area information, map, walks and more. The new forest beaulieu to bucklers hard cycle route. The new forest provides a great all weather cycling experiencethe trails are really well drained and can be used all year round. The new forest national park cycle routes village to trail access maps please remember to stay on the waymarked routes when cycling offroad on the new forest crown lands key cycling in the new forest approved off road routes, usually gravel or asphalt national cycle route off road approved on road routes national cycle route on road. Please follow both the highway code and this new forest cycling.
The new forest standing hat pignal inclosure walking route. New forest cycle route this route takes in part of the national route 2 of the national cycle network which, when fully completed, will stretch all the way from dover to st. The best cycling routes in the new forest new forest living. Cycling routes official site for the forest of dean and. To make it as easy as possible for you to get out and get going there are now a range of options to access the routes. The new forest cycling map the new forest is a working forest, with forestry, farming and equestrian activity on its narrow roads and tracks. For more adventurous cyclists, there are purposebuilt mountain bike circuits at moors valley country park, ringwood. Slow down and call out a warning when approaching other forest users. This site provides access to a wide variety of interactive map based information that is held by new forest district council.
These routes are not key routes on the town cycle networks but may be key rural or leisure routes. New forest cycle rides cycle routes fully described. Offroad cycling is only permitted on certain routes in the new forest. By way of background, in recent times cycling has become an emotive issue in the new forest as a result of a few organised road cycling events that have attracted large numbers to the narrow public roads that cross the forest. Its all about reuse and keeping good stuff out of landfills. All the cycle routes are signposted, and, as most are offroad, cyclists with young children can enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside without the noise, and risk to life and limb, posed by speeding cars. Cycling in the new forest follows well defined tracks.
New forest cycling can be enjoyed by all, almost regardless of fitness levels, using a specially provided network of cycle routes that extend for more than 160. This cycle trail is within the new forest national park and follows forestry commission signed cycle tracks. The new forest was proposed as a unesco world heritage site in june 1999, and it became a national park in 2005. Get a real feel for two very different landscapes in the national park on a rollercoaster of a route that starts high on the moors at saltergate. Only a 90 minute direct train journey from london to brockenhurst, with over a 100 miles of designated forest cycling paths, new forest. A guide and map to help cyclists enjoy the new forest cycling in the new forest. In addition to this, there are gps files that can be downloaded in. You can cycle on public roads, byways open to all traffic, public. New forest cycling routes new forest national park authority. Ponies, cattle and other animals are free to roam the forest and most of its roads. Whether youre cycling on the routes through the ancient and ornamental. Please remember to stay on the waymarked routes when cycling offroad on the new. Planning a weekend bike packing in the new forest, a social ride with some friends who are either new to riding or new to bike packing.
Links to the various different cycling routes for the forest of dean and wye valley are provided below for you to be able to read about and download maps to plan your trip in advance. Walking in the new forest national park walking is a wonderful way to see the new forest national park close up. Whether on your own or with your family, the tranquil settings of the new forest cycle routes will heighten your spirits and leave you feeling invigorated popular cycling routes. Railways brockenhurst station 3 miles away railway enquiries 08457 484950 uk maps.
Beach the fun way to the explore dibden allotments fund. With beautiful natural surroundings, there is no better place to explore by bike. Posts on the new forest west group the freecycle network. New forest, hampshire local area information, map, walks and more. New forest cycle code 1 keep to the waymarked gravel tracks when cycling in the forest.
New forest national park authority have a map of the whole cycle network in the national park, that you can download and view from their website, or cycle hire shops have them available for you to purchase. Forest leisure cycle hire setthorns campsite forest park black knoll knightwood oak burley fudge new forest reptile centre new forest centre ford farm highcli. The new forest brockenhurst to rhinefield cycle route. It takes you through sherwood forest national nature reserve into woodland and on to the national trust owned clumber park returning on a circular route approximately 20 miles long, the route is designed to take a day when incorporated with. Map information approved on road route cycle path adjacent to road open 06 off road cycle route key to symbols information centre toilets parking museum telephone. This fully revised edition of our popular cycle map of the new forest has been newly extended to cover the whole of the new forest area. Due to the current situation in the uk and worldwide, from 23 march, forestry england will be closing all main car parks in the new forest. The freecycle network is a grassroots and entirely nonprofit movement of people who are giving and getting stuff for free in their own towns. Ancient sherwood cycle route visit nottinghamshire.
You can also view an overview map of all the routes in the using the new forest cycle map. The forest trails are compacted gravel and with over 100 miles of routes, they make our stunning national park perfect for leisure and family cycling. The cyclexperience hub at brockenhurst station provides cycle hire and route information in the very heart of the new forest. The cycle routes throughout the new forest are spread around some of the most interesting and popular spots.
Beach bus ticket holders can enjoy 20% off entry to attractions and even a free ice cream at lepe country park. See where you can enjoy safe new forest cycling in the national park. Please help to care for the forest by keeping only to the waymarked routes and following the code. Salisbury to the new forest national park ge ing there by. The national cycle network is a ukwide network of signed paths and routes for walking, cycling, wheeling and exploring outdoors. Cycling in the new forest conserve protect enjoy the. The new forest ride is a 4mile route on the national cycle network, connecting brockenhurst and wimborne. To make the most of your time in the forest, also take a look at the new forest cycle route map which you can download to help you plan your journey. New forest cycle routes forest leisure cycling burley. A guide and map to help cyclists enjoy the new forest for further information please contact. Click here for a pdf of the map of new forest where can you buy maps of the new forest. Each route has a pdf map to download from 2016 onwards, the pdf maps include a cue sheet. Be aware that animals are easily startled and may suddenly move into your path. The new forest national park has over 100 miles of waymarked offroad cycling routes which are ideally suited to families and those looking for a more relaxed dayout.
Have found a cycle routes map that i have printed, so. Covers the dorset downs area of the south west region of england, including wells, warminster, weymouth, bournemouth and poole. The new forest ride is part of the national cycle network, cared for by. Download the cycle map located in the black box on. Select hills from the menu above the map to display a profile linked to the map. New forest national park is a haven for cycling enthusiasts and beginners alike. Please view the dowload salisbury to the new forest for information about all route progress in this area. New forest cycling map cycle hire in the new forest. Cycle hire peter hansford ltd solent cycles ltd hargroves cycles solent cycles ltd hamblewarsash ferry collingwood retail park asda stubbington shops superstore locks heath centre whiteley village shopping port solent, the boardwalk portchester shopping parade retail park fareham reach business park hms collingwood newgate lane. First up is dalby forest, as you head along shady forest roads and tracks, down towards the visitor centre in the heart of the forest.
This 7 mile circular walk takes place on a series of flat paths running down towards norleywood and crockford bottom. Three routes in monmouthshire that are suitable for cyclists, walkers or horses. There are many possible walks to take you into the woods, by sea, over heath or by rivers and streams. Use os maps to see more detail including footpaths, bridleways, cycle tracks and rights of way. Use the links to view full route information including elevation profiles, interactive maps and gps downloads. It is in pdf format and you can get it by clicking the image below forestry. The new forest national park cycle routes village to trail access maps please remember cycling offroad in the new forest is restricted to the waymarked routes only key cycling in the new forest approved off road routes, usually gravel or asphalt approved on road routes other routes. Code which is supported by cycling groups and local organisations. Beaulieu heath is a large area of heathland in the new forest with miles of nice trails to try. Find the nearest recycling centre, car park, school, library and more. The aim of this site is to inspire you to explore the new forest by bike, we think its the best way. New forest cycle routes use the links to view full route information including elevation profiles, interactive maps and gps downloads.