A ranger’s New Forest: wildlife and ancient trees

Join New Forest NPA ranger Naomi for a walk exploring the National Park and its special habitats and wildlife.

This guided walk will start at the Knightwood Oak car park at 10am and complete a loop of roughly 6 kilometres.

Walkers will visit two of the New Forest’s famous oaks – the Eagle Oak and the Knightwood Oak and learn about some of the ways habitats and wildlife are cared for in the Forest.

The walk will end at the Knightwood Oak in time for lunch where there are picnic benches. No dogs, please.

Duration:

• Approximately 2 hours and around 6 kilometres.

Difficulty:

• Suitable clothing and footwear should be worn.
• The route is mostly gravel rides but includes some uneven and potentially muddy areas.

Cost:

• £5 / under 16s go free.

Location:

• Knightwood Oak car park, Ornamental Drive, Lyndhurst, SO43 7QB

This walk is part of the New Forest Walking Festival 2026. Click here to find a full list of events.

Parking charges apply in Forestry England car parks. Find out more.