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Overview

Circular route taking in New Forest heaths with the heather in full Summer colour. Lunch stop at Fritham with optional Pub visit

Sunday, 24 August 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
22.5km / 14.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 18299 15201
Nearest postcode:
SP6 2LN
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Start time:
9:30 am

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