Slosh Through the Woods at Millyford Bridge, New Forest
The Highland Water flows through the trees at Millyford Bridge offering the chance to paddle, climb, balance, explore, cycle or picnic your way through the New Forest.
Millyford Bridge Inclosure
From the car park there is a main path that follows the Highland Water to a wooden gate.
Beyond this gate is a network of paths to explore.
The Highland Water continues to the left.
On the right is woodland and some other streams.
A Portuguese Fireplace
Depending on which way you drive to Millyford Bridge, you may notice a fireplace standing all alone in the middle of nowhere. This known as the Portuguese Fireplace and it is the last remnant of a camp established by the Portuguese army during World War 1 to assist in the production of timber.
Finding the Car Park
The closest post code I could find to Millyford Bridge is SO43 7GQ, which takes you to the car park for Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary. From here, follow the road to Lyndhurst and the Millyford Bridge car park is on your left.
As the post code is close but not exact, please be sure to have a look at map before you go.
Visit the Millyford Bridge website
Further Information
Nearest Town: Near Lyndhurst, New Forest
County: Hampshire
Nearest Postcode: SO43 7GQ – but please see note above on finding the car park.
Opens: Daily
Cost: Free
Where to Eat: Bring a blanket and a picnic.
Facilities: None
How Long We Spent There: 3 hours
Buggies: Choose a buggy that can handle stony paths.
Parking: There is a car park.
Cost of Parking: Free.
Wildlife You Might See: Ponies, fish, insects, butterflies, rabbits and birds.
Information Written: June 2022
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