Nature Connection in New Forest 🌲

Walks, England, Hampshire, New Forest
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Nature Connection in New Forest 🌲

Brockenhurst, Hampshire

by GoJauntly

  • 2hr 25m / 3km
  • 71

A circular, off the beaten track, jaunt around the Blackwater Woods in the New Forest. Forest bathing, nature connection & wildlife galore.

  • Parking
  • Public toilets
  • Picnic spot
  • Dog friendly
  • Child friendly

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  1. There’s parking and toilet amenities at Blackwater, there are 2 way-marked trails. Our route takes the scenic route, off the beaten track.

    Step 1: There’s parking and toilet amenities at Blackwater, there are 2 way-marked trails. Our route takes the scenic route, off the beaten track.

  2. Step 2: Bring all weather shoes, a picnic, binoculars and eagle eyes ready for some nature spotting in the woods. This is a working wood so be sure to follow any Forestry Commission warning signs that forbid access.

  3. The first part of this route follows the Ornamental Drive of tall trees. To avoid the sound of the cars, we wandered into the woods.

    Step 3: The first part of this route follows the Ornamental Drive of tall trees. To avoid the sound of the cars, we wandered into the woods.

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