Broadhill Lane
About this track
A short, straightforward track near Fordingbridge that offers a quick walk or ride through typical New Forest terrain. Broadhill Lane is an easy, gently graded route on ground surface, ideal for a brief outing or as part of a longer loop. It passes through open access land where ponies, cattle and donkeys roam freely.
Highlights
- Quick ten-minute walk from Fordingbridge
- Open access through free-roaming livestock country
- Ground track, easy gradient throughout
- Dogs welcome on open access land
What to expect
A well-defined ground track with easy, flat to gentle walking. You'll pass through open New Forest terrain—heathland and grassy areas grazed by ponies, cattle and donkeys. The track is straightforward to follow. After wet weather the ground may be soft or muddy in places. No formal waymarking needed on this short route.
Good to know
- Dogs welcome (keep under control near livestock & wildlife)
Keep dogs under control near livestock and away from ground-nesting birds (March–July). The track can be boggy after rain, so suitable footwear is advisable. This is free open-access land with no charges. A short route, but easy to extend by linking with surrounding paths.