Roydon Woods Nature Reserve – Lymington River Footbridge loop from Pilley

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Roydon Woods Nature Reserve – Lymington River Footbridge loop from Pilley

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Roydon Woods Nature Reserve – Lymington River Footbridge loop from Pilley

01:12

4.54km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: September 17, 2026

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New Forest National Park

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2.01 km

Roydon Woods Nature Reserve

Highlight • Trail

This nature reserve is within the New Forest National Park but lies outside the traditional forest boundary. Managed by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, the reserve is a …

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2.59 km

Lymington River Footbridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Footbridge over the Lymington River in a picturesque setting, a stone's throw from Roydon Manor.

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2.67 km

Roydon Manor

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Roydon Manor was built in the late 17th century and is Grade II listed. The house was built by Gresham Hussey from bricks made at the local brickworks, and its …

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2.81 km

Gate in New Forest National Park

Highlight • Rest Area

The gate was really easy to open. I'm not sure if this is usually like this.

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3.20 km

Roydon Woods Trail, New Forest National Park

Highlight • Forest

Lovely woodland cycle along off road tracks and trails

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4.43 km

St John the Baptist Church, Boldre

Highlight • Religious Site

Set high on a hill in a remote position, the site of St John's church Boldre is thought to have been a place of worship for more than 4,000 years. …

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4.44 km

St John the Baptist Church, New Forest

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St John the Baptist Church was built by William I in 1079 when he created the New Forest, although its use as a place of worship may be considerably older. …

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4.54 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.22 km

967 m

311 m

Surfaces

2.94 km

812 m

379 m