Alice Holt Forest entrance

Visiting Alice Holt Forest, Hampshire

Finding great places to visit with the kids and the dog is a must for us and we just love being able to jump in the car and explore all that Hampshire has to offer. One of our favourites is Alice Holt Forest so I thought I would share a little bit about it with you…

About Alice Holt Forest

Alice Holt Forest is one of the largest surviving ancient woodlands in the South of England. Managed by Forestry England it offers a wide range of ways for people to enjoy the great outdoors here in Hampshire and the surrounding areas. From the Gruffalo trail to Go Ape, woodland walks and den building, play areas plus a cafe, plenty of areas for your dog to enjoy, accessible paths for wheelchairs and pushchairs, nature trails and cycle trails there is something for all.

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