Hurn Forest
Hurn Forest is a woodland area near Ringwood, Dorset, described as a haven for wildlife and adventure, home to rare and fascinating species including the Silver-Studded Blue Butterfly, the Smooth Snake, and roe deer. The forest is open from dawn until dusk every day.
Area: 259.4 ha
Region: Near Lyndhurst
Address: Hurn Forest, United Kingdom
Website: www.forestryengland.uk/hurn-forest
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Open from dawn until dusk every day
Best for
Wildlife spotting, nature lovers, mindful walking and wellbeing
Wildlife
Home to rare and fascinating species including the Silver-Studded Blue Butterfly, the Smooth Snake, and roe deer. Suitable for nature lovers and wildlife spotters.
Reviews
This was our local walk while I was away with my dog. The pathways were great so even on a rainy day we could still get out and about. The little fairy doors were cute and a nice little find. The car park is free.
We entered the forest via Shorefield holiday park, it was a really nice walk - just a little disappointed that some dog owners can not pick up after their dogs. We took a buggy for the really little person and we did OK, albeit a bit bumpy in places!
One of my favourite places to run .. love it here , also nice for a bike ride or walk with the kids