View of Hampton Ridge – Bluebell Path — Broomy Inclosure loop from Hyde

View of Hampton Ridge – Bluebell Path — Broomy Inclosure loop from Hyde

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View of Hampton Ridge – Bluebell Path — Broomy Inclosure loop from Hyde

01:18

24.2km

190m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

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New Forest National Park

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Start point

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1.22 km

Abbots Well

Highlight • Historical Site

Abbots Well was formerly known as Alleynewell within the ancient boundaries of the New Forest when defined during the reign of King Edward I (1272-1307). This perpetual spring was, for …

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2.35 km

View of Hampton Ridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views across the Forest from a well drained gravel trail

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2.58 km

Hampton Ridge Gravel Track, New Forest National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Between Fritham and Frogham this wonderful gravel track passes along Hampton Ridge and through the Amberwood Inclosure giving varied views and a sense of wide open space.

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9.22 km

Heather Fields Climb, New Forest National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

10.9 km

Ancient oak woodland at Holly Hatch

Highlight • Natural Monument

A lot of the New Forest is pine, but the parts that have the native Oak and Beach tress are often the most special.

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11.0 km

Bluebell Path — Broomy Inclosure

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This pretty gravel section runs through Broomy Inclosure. Particularly, best visited in early spring, when a violet spread of bluebells provides a lovely backdrop.

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18.2 km

Ford at New Forest National Park

Highlight • Bridge

Took a break at this stream and enjoyed the scenery. You need to cross the stream via a ford which I guess means getting a bit wet when it floods - no problem on the day I cycled over it.

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