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New Forest walk from Matley Wood to Brockenhurst circular.

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Overview

Walking mainly on gravel paths heading out into Ladycross Lodge, Standing Hat and then to Brockenhurst for our lunch stop. Returning via Balmerlawn and Parkhill Inclosure.

Sunday, 18 January 2026
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Several refreshment opportunities for lunch at Brockenhurst.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 33089 07442
Nearest postcode:
SO43 7FZ
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Start time:
9:30 am

Park and meet at Matley Wood CP.

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