Ashurst to Lyndhurst loop — New Forest National Park

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Ashurst to Lyndhurst loop — New Forest National Park

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Ashurst to Lyndhurst loop — New Forest National Park

01:25

22.3km

100m

Cycling

The Ashurst to Lyndhurst loop is mostly on-road, providing some of the best open views that the Forest has to offer. Visit in August & September to catch the glorious purple heather in full bloom.

Along the route, look out for the tree at Bolton's Bench - if it looks…

by New Forest National Park

Last updated: June 13, 2024

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 23 m for 30 m

After 22.2 km for 30 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.38 km

Crook Hill Railway Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

A lovely, surrounded by woodland, bridge over the rail line - perfect for some trainspotting! To the east, the woodland of Churchplace Inclosure; to the west, Ashurst Wood. A quiet and serene place.

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2.22 km

Gravel Trail Through Churchplace Inclosure

Highlight • Cycleway

Churchplace Inclosure has gravel trails that weave through a mix of oak and beech trees. Keep an eye out for deer, and woodpeckers. The woods can be particularly good for spotting butterflies from June to August.

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11.2 km

Yew Tree Heath Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Yew Tree Heath Road winds through open heathland on beautifully smooth tarmac. Keep an eye out for donkeys and ponies as they frequently roam this part of the New Forest. …

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12.8 km

Beaulieu Road, New Forest National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

A lovely stretch of straight road cutting right through the New Forest. Big skies and fast riding.

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18.2 km

Bolton's Bench

Highlight • Viewpoint

Bolton's Bench commemorates the 18th century New Forest Master Keeper, the Duke of Bolton. It's a great place to stop and take in the views from under the giant yew …

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22.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.9 km

3.78 km

3.54 km

592 m

198 m

128 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.1 km

3.35 km

638 m

160 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 9 October

16°C

7°C

0 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 24.0 km/h

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Comments

April 24, 2024

The Ashurst to Lyndhurst loop is mostly on-road, providing some of the best open views that the Forest has to offer.  Visit in August & September to catch the glorious purple heather in full bloom.
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Along the route, look out for the tree at Bolton's Bench - if it looks somewhat familiar, this might be