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Rufus Stone Circular

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Overview

New forest walk, around Long Beech Inclosure.

Thursday, 25 June 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 27049 12521
Nearest postcode:
N/A
what3words:
thudding.magma.dads
Start time:
10:00 am

Park and Meet at Rufus Stone car park, near Sir Walter Tyrrell Pub. Approach via Brook.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

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  • exclusive discounts from our partners
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Join now for just £3.75 per month
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