Two cyclists ride along a path at Whitemoor, with grazing ponies and woodland in the background

Cycling

Cycling in the New Forest

Cycling is a great way to get around the Forest, see wildlife and discover new places. Please ensure that you follow the New Forest cycling code and cycle on the waymarked cycle routes and linking roads.

Two cyclists following a dirt track in the New Forest.

Cycling routes

Find New Forest cycle routes.

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Rider with PEDALL - New Forest Inclusive Cycling on a Forest track in the sun using specialised adapted cycles.

The New Forest cycling code

To help you make the most of cycling in the New Forest, we ask that you please follow both the Highway Code and this New Forest Cycling Code which is supported by cycling groups and local organisations:

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a group of people sitting on bikes on a bridge

PEDALL - New Forest Inclusive Cycling

PEDALL provides inclusive cycling sessions for people who need support so that they can enjoy cycling in the New Forest National Park.

Cycling for all Cycling for all

Cycle hire

If you’re looking for cycle hire in the New Forest, you really are spoilt for choice.

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Read about our work to encourage responsible cycling, promote accessible cycling and manage recreation.

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Cycling stories

8 October 2025

Target exceeded at Pass the PEDALL charity event celebrating inclusive New Forest cycling

PEDALL Operational Lead Gareth Jones leads a group of cyclists on a wide track during Pass the PEDALL 2024

9 September 2025

Pass the PEDALL challenge returns to celebrate cycling for all in the New Forest

Cyclists ride along a New Forest track at New Pak near Brockenhurst with trees and greenery in the background

20 September 2024

Charity leader completes 12-hour New Forest challenge for PEDALL Inclusive Cycling

11 September 2024

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