Enjoy Ponies and Paddles at Latchmoor Brook, The New Forest
Latchmoor Brook is a shallow stream on the edge of the New Forest where you can picnic, paddle, see ponies and hunt for fossils.
You will definitely need your wellies!
Splashing and Paddling
Latchmoor Brook is a peaceful place to combine a picnic and a paddle to cool off during the summer.
During the winter or wet months it can be muddy and I understand the mud could be dangerous.
Fossil Hunting
You can find fossils along the stream at any point from the path to the woods. You are most likely to find fossilised shells but, if you are very lucky, you may find fish remains and shark teeth.
Please note that you need permission to collect specimens and are not allowed to dig here.
The Mud
It was muddy when we visited and we could not walk far along the brook.
I understand the mud can become dangerous so be sure to only visit during dry times of the year.
To Find Latchmoor Brook
Follow the path from Telegraph Hill car park that leads to the left. You walk past gorse bushes and go down a slight hill. At the bottom of the hill you come to a boggy area and a small stream, which is Latchmoor Brook.
We crossed the brook and turned right to walk along it. The brook is initially shallow but quickly cuts into the clay, developing steep banks, before disappearing into the forest.
Visit the Latchmoor Brook Fossil Hunting website
Further Information
Nearest Town: Fordingbridge, New Forest
County: Hampshire
Nearest Postcode: SP6 2QY
Opens: Daily
Cost: Free
Where to Eat: Bring a blanket and a picnic.
Facilities: None
How Long We Spent There: 2 hours
Buggies: I managed with an all terrain buggy. The paths are grassy, uneven and boggy in places and there is no path along the brook itself.
Parking: There is a small car park called Telegraph Hill car park.
Cost of Parking: Free
Wildlife You Might See: Ponies and insects.
Information Written: March 2019
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