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Go Ape Moors Valley
Overview
Nestled between the New Forest and the south coast beaches, Moors Valley Country Park is a picture-perfect location for an active day out near Bournemouth.
With plenty of fun-filled outdoor activities, there's an experience for adventurers of all ages at Go Ape Moors Valley.
YHA members get 10% off outdoor adventures with Go Ape (all activities and locations, excl. Saturdays).
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
Liberty's Owl, Raptor and Reptile Centre
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Forest Leisure Cycling
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Bournemouth
Serious shopping and entertainment centre. Tethered balloon flights, great beaches and top concerts throughout the year. Visit the Bournemouth website
Walking and Rambling in the New Forest
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Watersports in the New Forest
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Cycling in the New Forest
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Brownsea Island
The perfect day’s adventure, this island wildlife sanctuary is easy to get to but feels like another world from the moment you step ashore. The island sits in the middle of Poole Harbour, with...
Brockenhurst Riding Stables
Your ride will take you out into the New Forest Country Park to take in the wonderful views and see wild ponies and other animals that live in the forest. Visit the Brockenhurst Riding Stables website
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve
One of the UK’s finest beaches and extensive nature reserve. Enid Blyton lived here, so look for Policeman Plod’s thatched cottage!
Arne Nature Reserve (RSPB)
A special landscape where you can enjoy the vast open heathland with an opportunity for bird watching. A fantastic place for family walks at any time of year. One of the few places in the UK where all...
Salisbury Cathedral
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