Guided Walk: New Forest and Lower Avon Valley

About

This guided walk discovers the landscape and history of the New Forest and Lower Avon Valley south of Salisbury, near to Fordingbridge.

Led by local environmental historian Dr Hadrian Cook, this will be an enjoyable, approximately seven-mile circular walk.

It will include uneven ground and some climbs. The walk lasts approximately 4-5 hours and will explore the western boundary of the New Forest, the adjacent farmed landscape, the Avon floodplain including the watermeadows, and associated settlement history in the valley. An annotated map with be provided on the day.

Please bring clothing suitable for the weather and stout footwear, sun protection, drink and snacks as required. Please bring your own lunch. There will be a refreshment stop in Fordingbridge.

Location and details for the meeting point will be sent in your booking confirmation email.

Pre-booking essential as numbers are limited.