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New Forest National Park

The New Forest National Park features a unique blend of ancient woodlands, heathlands, grasslands, and wetlands. It is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse habitats, which support a rich variety of wildlife.

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Cycle the coastal path from Lymington
Cycle

Cycle the coastal path from Lymington

Easy-going gravel trail cycling from this charming quay to the coastal path and the Nature Reserve.

Paddle in the Solent from Keyhaven
Paddle

Paddle in the Solent from Keyhaven

Marshland paddling in sheltered waters, out to Hurst Castle and the Solent -kit hire available.

Paddle the Beaulieu River from Buckler's Hard
Paddle

Paddle the Beaulieu River from Buckler's Hard

River Paddling in this gentle private river from a historic slipway with paid launch.

Paddle the Lymington from Lymington Quay
Paddle

Paddle the Lymington from Lymington Quay

Estuary paddling from a charming but busy river-side quay - kit hire and sessions available.

Swim in the Lymington at Balmer Lawn
Forestry England
Swim

Swim in the Lymington at Balmer Lawn

River swimming in this popular, stunning picnic spot where you can paddle and just about swim.

Walk on the coast at Lepe Country Park
Hampshire County Council
Walk

Walk on the coast at Lepe Country Park

Parkland and seaside walking for families with some longer options via Exbury Gardens.

Walk the New Forest at Rockford Common
The National Trust
Walk

Walk the New Forest at Rockford Common

Varied walks around this open heathland and woodland common of much historical interest.

Walk the New Forest from Ashurst
Forestry England
Walk

Walk the New Forest from Ashurst

Gentle heathland, moorland and woodland walks from the gateway to the new forest.

Cycle the coastal paths around Keyhaven
Cycle

Cycle the coastal paths around Keyhaven

Easy-going gravel trail cycling along coastal paths and through the seaside nature reserve.

Paddle the Beaulieu River from Bailey's Hard
Paddle

Paddle the Beaulieu River from Bailey's Hard

River Paddling experiences in this gentle private river with New Forest Adventures.

Paddle the Lymington from Bath Road
Paddle

Paddle the Lymington from Bath Road

Estuary Paddling with easy access to the Solent and nearby marshes and lagoons - sessions available.

Swim at Lymington Sea Water Baths
Swim

Swim at Lymington Sea Water Baths

Historic seawater baths with swimming, inflatable obstacle courses and paddle boarding.

Swim in the sea at Tanner's Lane
Swim

Swim in the sea at Tanner's Lane

Sea swimming in the Solent from a secluded beach which is best at high tide.

Walk the Coastal Paths from Keyhaven
Wildlife Trust
Walk

Walk the Coastal Paths from Keyhaven

Easy-going coast walking with short circulars or access further along the coastal path.

Walk the New Forest from Acres Down
Forestry England
Walk

Walk the New Forest from Acres Down

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