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Braggers Lane – Swim Spot on the River Stour loop from Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

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South West England

Braggers Lane – Swim Spot on the River Stour loop from Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

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Braggers Lane – Swim Spot on the River Stour loop from Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

02:39

45.9km

200m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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: May 10, 2026

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New Forest National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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10.8 km

Dayman's Wood

Forest

19.7 km

Burley Road Downhill, New Forest National Park

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At over 5km long, Burley Road is a great stretch of smooth tarmac. To put a smile on your face, head north for a downhill run into the pretty village …

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21.9 km

View of Burley Manor

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Great open space for a break

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22.5 km

The Queen's Head pub, Burley

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The Queen's Head pub was used by smugglers and highwaymen in the 17th century as a stopping point. Old coins, brandy bottles and pistols were discovered in a hidden cellar …

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22.6 km

Burley Inn

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Always seem to gravitate here 🤪

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26.1 km

Braggers Lane is a lovely stretch of tree lined road surrounded by grassland and woodlands. It opens out to some lovely views at the north eastern end with views over to grounds of Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre.

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28.8 km

Legg's Row

Forest

34.0 km

View of the River Avon from Avon Causeway Bridge

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Views of the River Avon

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44.1 km

Swim Spot on the River Stour

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful wild swimming spot situated along a tranquil stretch of the River Stour in Bournemouth. The swimming spot is located inside the Stour Valley Local Nature Reserve which is defined …

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45.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

28.9 km

12.2 km

3.65 km

937 m

182 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

43.2 km

2.35 km

283 m

Elevation

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Highest point (70 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Thursday 25 June

28°C

18°C

0 %

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Braggers Lane – Swim Spot on the River Stour loop from Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Burley Road Downhill, New Forest National Park

The Forest Alder

View of Burley Manor

The Queen's Head pub, Burley

Burley Inn

Braggers Lane

View of the River Avon from Avon Causeway Bridge

Swim Spot on the River Stour

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