The Forest of Bere is a historic forest covering an area of approximately 14,000 acres (5,700 hectares). It’s one of the few remaining ancient forests in the region.

It has a rich and diverse history that dates back several centuries. It was originally established as a royal hunting ground by the kings of England and was well-known for its abundance of deer.

Predominantly, the forest is composed of broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and ash, along with pockets of coniferous plantations.

There's a fantastic network of cycling and walking tracks throughout which join up with the Meon Valley Trail, a former railway path.

Andy Wedge

October 1, 2023

Lots of hidden gems here, some lovely bits of single-track you just have to explore and find them.

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Elevation 70 m

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Location: Soberton, Winchester, Hampshire, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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Pilgrims' Trail in Forest of Bere

Old Winchester Hill

Wickham Rail Bridge

The Original Nelson's Column

St Peter’s Church and Roman Stone Sarcophagus, Soberton

St Mary's and All Saints Church, Droxford

View of Portsmouth Harbour from Portsdown Hill

Southwick Hill Climb

Forest of Bere – Trampers Lane Entrance

Droxford Disused Railway Station

View from Beacon Hill

Countryside Singletrack Path

Forest of Bere

1. Beacon Hill, Meon Valley Trail and the Forest of Bere loop — South Downs National Park

2. View of Boarhunt Valley – Forest of Bere Trails loop from Fareham

3. Forest of Bere – Meon Valley Trail Entrance loop from Swanwick

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