Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 6, 2025

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9.94 km

Ocknell Plain

This quiet section of road cuts through Ocknell Plain, a region of open heathland dotted with grazing ponies, horses and even donkeys.

The area was used for the Stoney Cross …

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16.4 km

Winding Road in New Forest National Park

Great ride

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16.6 km

Canadian War Memorial

The Canadian War memorial is a roadside cross marking the spot where Canadian troops were stationed during the build-up to D-Day. From here, you can enjoy expansive views across the forest.

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20.1 km

Part-time Pond

A pond that was very dry but as it says part time pond, so would think it’s full of water during the wetter seasons. Had a lovely wooden/stone toad in the middle.

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20.1 km

Wild Horses in New Forest National Park

Just let them pass

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20.5 km

Portuguese Fireplace Memorial

Fireplace built for one of the camps for the Portuguese and Canadian loggers brought over to help with the war effort.

It can be found in a clearing by the roadside close to Millyford Bridge.

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22.6 km

The New Forest Inn

Great country pub with a good beer garden

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23.9 km

Fishpond Piece

Forest

28.8 km

Heart of the New Forest National Park

29.2 km

French's Bushes

Forest

40.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.3 km

878 m

494 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

29.9 km

10.3 km

494 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Ocknell Plain – Portuguese Fireplace Memorial loop from Plaitford

Ocknell Plain

Winding Road in New Forest National Park

Canadian War Memorial

Part-time Pond

Wild Horses in New Forest National Park

Portuguese Fireplace Memorial

The New Forest Inn

Heart of the New Forest National Park

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