Places to go in South East England
Abbot's Wood is a mixed woodland of approximately 360 hectares, offering waymarked forest trails, an adventure play area and barbecue/picnic sites. Come for a play, ride, walk, or cycle in an ever-changing spectrum of woodland settings, magnificent views and tranquil ponds. Experience life in the trees with Go Ape, try your hand at archery or shooting, take a relaxing break in our café and finish your visit with a quiet stroll in one of the more remote parts of the Forest Come and make your own adventure in a world of trees. Cycle, walk, ride, play and Go Ape in the vast Bedgebury Forest alongside the National Pinetum, the world's finest collection of conifers. Safe and healthy recreation for all ages and abilities The Forest of Bere in south-east Hampshire is a mixture of woodland, open space, heathland, farmland and downland. The many habitats provide an excellent area for nature lovers, whatever the season. There are walking and cycling opportunities within the forest ideal for all abilities Friston Forest offers an infinite number of way marked routes for visitors to explore the beech woods. Its undulating terrain makes it popular with walkers and mountain bikers. Quiet valleys within the forest offer sheltered habitats for many species of wildlife. Glimpses of rare butterflies and elusive deer can reward patient observers. The New Forest is a lively, working landscape with many secrets to discover. The best way to experience The New Forest’s hidden gems and truly appreciate the sights, sounds and smells of the forest is to escape from the confines of the car and head out on foot, bicycle or on horseback for a more intimate feel of the forest, its coast and villages. On the northern edge of the Chiltern escarpment, Wendover Woods affords spectacular views across the Aylesbury Vale. You can either spend an energetic day orienteering and cycling followed by a drink and slice of handmade cake in our forest cafe or stroll along the all ability trail to reach the Chiltern's highest point for a picnic. The attractive setting of the car park and adjacent picnic site is the start point of two themed trails, taking the walker along pleasant contrasting routes through the forest. There is a wayfaring course for the more energetic and a horse riding route open to permit holders. As an ancient woodland site, King's Wood is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Follow our Beech Walk and keep a look out for the unusual sculptures. The forest car park is well placed for picnic areas and the children's play area, which has a number of unusual play structures created to represent creatures of the forest. Mainly comprised of coniferous trees, Hemsted Forest provides a lovely background for relaxing walks. The site is particularly popular with dog walkers and horse riders. This is the biggest country park in Hampshire with over 20 miles of trails catering for walkers, cyclists, mountain bikers & horse riders, plus a café and visitor centre. The South Downs Way runs through the park and across the nearby Butser Hill National Nature Reserve. It is situated just off the A3 near Petersfield.
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