Castleman's Corkscrew Trailway – Rhinefield Ornamental Drive loop from Burley

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Castleman's Corkscrew Trailway – Rhinefield Ornamental Drive loop from Burley

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Castleman's Corkscrew Trailway – Rhinefield Ornamental Drive loop from Burley

03:39

43.5km

270m

Cycling

Moderate 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 23, 2026

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New Forest National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.41 km

Holmsley Inclosure

Forest

9.13 km

Old Railway Bridge at Set Thorns Inclosure

Highlight • Trail

The bridge is along the boundary of the Set Thorns Inclosure, with the old railway line passing through the northern tip of the tall pine and oak woodland.

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9.47 km

Castleman's Corkscrew Trailway

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Known as the Castleman's Corkscrew, this former Southampton to Dorchester railway line is an excellent flat gravel track. It forms a section of National Cycle Network 2 that connects Brockenhurst …

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15.8 km

Whitefield Moor

Highlight • Natural

Several sealed roads cross this open moor which is popular with many of the New Forest’s wild horses (and cattle).

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17.4 km

Black Knowl, New Forest National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Wide open gravel trails run alongside this large scenic moorland.

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20.1 km

Wooden Bridge Over the Stream, New Forest National Park

Highlight • River

Ground can get very boggy and flooded in places. be prepared to get wet !!

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20.1 km

Dead Trees Marsh, New Forest National Park

Highlight • Natural Monument

This is a fascinating spot characterised by a swamp and a plethora of jagged leaveless trees that create a haunting but beautiful scene. It's a fantastic photo opportunity, so don't forget to pack your camera!

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20.2 km

Dead Oak Trees at Hursthill Inclosure

Highlight • Forest

'Dead tree moor' is a collection of dead oak trees in a flooded part of Hursthill Inclosure. It’s an unusual and slightly eerie sight.

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21.4 km

Poundhill Inclosure

Forest

25.6 km

Rhinefield Ornamental Drive

Highlight • Trail

Rhinefield Ornamental Drive takes you straight through Blackwater Arboretum. Many of the trees along the road were planted back in the late 19th century when Rhinefield House was built. The once country mansion is now a hotel.

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