New Forest Tour
See the New Forest National Park like never before! Enjoy grandstand views on an exhilarating, open-top ride through pretty villages and magical landscapes, passing wandering ponies. Only 10 minutes’...
Women-only social walk from YHA New Forest
Overview
Saturday 12th September 2026
Distance: 5.2 miles (8 km)
Duration: 3 hours
Led by: Outdoor Adventure Girls
Discovery and connection
This gentle women-only social walk explores some of the New Forest's most picturesque landscapes, taking in ancient woodland, open heathland and the characterful villages of Burley and Brockenhurst.
Expect opportunities to spot free-roaming ponies and enjoy a relaxed pace designed to encourage conversation and connection. Suitable for those with a reasonable level of fitness.
This walk has passed.
This is in partnership with YHA's Festival of Walking - view other social walks.
What makes it special
- Experience the unique wildlife and free-roaming ponies of the New Forest
- Explore two of the area's most picturesque villages
- Free cuppa and cake at the finish
Date and time
Saturday 12th September
Start: 10:00am
Starting point: YHA New Forest
Price
It’s free to sign up for this event. We’re encouraging participants to make a voluntary donation to support our Breaks Programme, helping groups of young people and families facing challenging circumstances to access life-changing adventures in our hostels.
Hostels nearby
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