Lyndhurst Parish Walk, Lyndhurst, New Forest, Hampshire
If you're staying near Lyndhurst on your large group holidays in the UK and you fancy some fresh air, put on your boots and do the 8.5 mile Lyndhurst Parish Walk. Amble down to the village centre because that’s where it starts, and if you’re doing the full route allow 3-4 hours, otherwise you can do sections of it and retire to a tea shop or pub when your feet are aching. It’s mixed terrain – roads, lanes, footpaths and tracks, but you’ll be well rewarded with glorious scenery, breath taking views, and if you’re lucky, who knows what might wildlife you might spot? It’s likely that you’ll see New Forest ponies grazing, and maybe cows, pigs and sheep going for a wander at Bolton’s Bench – a well known viewpoint in the parish and actually, a good place for a picnic or to go kite flying.
When you get back , pop into the Waterloo Arms for refreshments - you deserve it.
The Lyndhurst Parish Walk can be downloaded at www.visit-hampshire.co.uk
All information correct at the time of writing