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Bolton's Bench loop from Ashurst New Forest

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Bolton's Bench loop from Ashurst New Forest

Hard

4.8

(5)

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Bolton's Bench loop from Ashurst New Forest

05:01

61.3km

530m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 23 m for 30 m

After 61.3 km for 30 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.14 km

Bolton's Bench

Highlight • Viewpoint

Bolton's Bench commemorates the 18th century New Forest Master Keeper, the Duke of Bolton. It's a great place to stop and take in the views from under the giant yew …

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16.0 km

Fordingbridge Off-Road Cycle Trail – Heathland Summit, New Forest National Park

Highlight • Forest

Open forest track on one of the highest open heathland areas in the New Forest.

The track makes up part of the Fordingbridge Off-road Cycle Trail.

Enjoy the wide and …

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16.3 km

Heathland Gravel Track, New Forest National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Fantastic section of the forest on a slight hill. Open heathland with ponies and colourful heather.

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19.4 km

Milkham Inclosure

Forest

42.3 km

Gravel Path in New Forest National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The New Forest is known for its great gravel roads and this is a perfect one leading into it.

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49.0 km

Cycling Route Through New Forest National Park

Highlight • Forest

Scenic ride through the New Forest just be careful of the free range pigs, cows and horses on the road.

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51.3 km

Poundhill Inclosure

Forest

52.6 km

Dead Oak Trees at Hursthill Inclosure

Highlight • Forest

'Dead tree moor' is a collection of dead oak trees in a flooded part of Hursthill Inclosure. It’s an unusual and slightly eerie sight.

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52.6 km

Dead Trees Marsh, New Forest National Park

Highlight • Natural Monument

This is a fascinating spot characterised by a swamp and a plethora of jagged leaveless trees that create a haunting but beautiful scene. It's a fantastic photo opportunity, so don't forget to pack your camera!

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52.6 km

Wooden Bridge Over the Stream, New Forest National Park

Highlight • River

Ground can get very boggy and flooded in places. be prepared to get wet !!

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61.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.5 km

13.3 km

13.0 km

7.56 km

1.93 km

1.82 km

198 m

Surfaces

35.9 km

23.0 km

1.06 km

844 m

563 m

Elevation

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Bolton's Bench loop from Ashurst New Forest

Bolton's Bench

Fordingbridge Off-Road Cycle Trail – Heathland Summit, New Forest National Park

Heathland Gravel Track, New Forest National Park

Gravel Path in New Forest National Park

Cycling Route Through New Forest National Park

Dead Oak Trees at Hursthill Inclosure

Dead Trees Marsh, New Forest National Park

Wooden Bridge Over the Stream, New Forest National Park

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