New Forest Walks | Discover Our Favourite Scenic Routes this Spring
If you're feeling a little adventurous this month, then explore some of these New Forest walks!
Walking is a fun, easy and inexpensive way to discover the local area while spending quality time with your family.
Experience these beautiful New Forest walks with your loved ones this spring:
New Forest Walks | Standing Hat Woodland Wander
For a simple, short circular walk in the New Forest, the Standing Hat Woodland Wander is the perfect option. Ideal for a stroll and a picnic, it’s particularly beautiful in early spring, when bluebells sweep the forest floor and daffodils line the paths.
An easy walk with minimal obstructions, this example of New Forest walks is perfect for all the family. Plus, with our hotel nearby, you can pop in for a refreshing drink or bite to eat along the way!
2. New Forest Walks | Whitefield Moor
If you’d prefer to travel further on your New Forest walks, the 1.6-mile Whitefield Moor circular walk is a great option. Ideal for budding explorers, it features plenty of springtime sights.
As well as its spectacular scenery, this walk along the Ober Water provides a range of picturesque views straight from a fairytale; don't forget to take your camera to capture some shots of nature at its finest!
3. New Forest Walks | Longslade Bottom
A beautiful location with fantastic wildlife views, the Longslade Bottom walk can be as long or as short as you make it.
With plenty of fallen logs and tree stumps to explore, as well as free parking, this New Forest Walk is a must for a family adventure.
For an extra dose of fun, consider hosting a den-building competition with your family or friends!
4. Explore Roydon Woods
Another firm favourite for New Forest walks is Roydon Woods. With plenty of pathways, trails and footbridges to cross, this walk offers plenty of beautiful views of the New Forest.
The Roydon Woods walk is a great place to explore the local history, taking you past quiet graveyards, quaint cottages and pretty churches.
5. Visit Hawkhill Inclosure
For an unforgettable walk, the Hawkhill Inclosure walk is a great choice. A shorter walk taking under two hours, the trail at Hawkhill Inclosure takes you on a journey through history as it winds through the RAF Beaulieu area.
At Balmer Lawn Hotel, we're lucky to have such incredible walks sitting on our doorstep. For an immersive New Forest experience, book a stay with us and enjoy our cosy rooms, spa treatments, delicious food, and stunning backdrop.
For more information, contact a helpful member of our team.
Alternatively, take a look at our previous blog to discover why you should visit our fine dining restaurant.
