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South Wiltshire Group

We are the South Wiltshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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Overview

A ramble through the varied landscape of the New Forest. Includes Rockford Common, the  Linwood area and sections of the Red Shoot and Broomy Inclosures.  Heathland with extensive views and a variety of woodland. Mainly on good tracks but possibility of muddy patches after rain. Minor route and distance adjustments may be necessary on day of walk depending on weather conditions. One stile. Good parking.  

Everyone is welcome. If you would like to join this walk, please notify the walk leader (details below) or email swrsundaywalks@gmail.com.

If you would like to car share, please let the walk leader know when you book and we will hopefully be able to facilitate this.

There will be two stops during the day for coffee and lunch (please bring a picnic)

Assistance dogs only.

Sunday, 18 February 2024
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.2km / 10.7mi
Ascent:
231.6m / 760ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 16433 08279
Nearest postcode:
BH24 3NF
what3words:
bulb.nicely.lost
Start time:
9:30 am

Rockford Common NT Car Park (free), High Wood Lane, BH24 3ND ; What3words: bulb.nicely.lost. Postcode users should note that this postcode covers a wider area. Please contact walk leader for directions if needed.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking