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South East England

Great Bridge, Fordingbridge

South East England

Great Bridge, Fordingbridge

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Great Bridge, Fordingbridge

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Cycling

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Location: Fordingbridge, New Forest, Hampshire, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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Tips

November 19, 2020

Hiking

At the heart of this market town is the Great Bridge, a seven-arch medieval stone bridge that spans the River Avon. Built around 1200, it was expanded in the Victorian era and remains a main road in the town.

The best views of the bridge are not whilst on it, although crossing it on foot does give you lovely views of the river. The George pub has a beer garden that looks directly across to the bridge or there’s a park opposite, on the east side of the Avon which also has great views.

June 28, 2023

Cycling

Crossing the River Avon, the Great Bridge dates back to medieval times and comprises of seven arches. If you want a really good view of the bridge, stop for a drink in The George's beer garden on the banks of the river.

September 26, 2025

Hiking

The "Fordingbridge Bridge," known as the Great Bridge, is a historic seven-arched medieval stone bridge in the town of Fordingbridge, Hampshire, England, over the River Avon. While the current structure dates from various periods, including significant 19th-century widening, the original medieval bridge was built before 1252. It remains a prominent landmark, with views of the bridge best enjoyed from the nearby park or The George pub.

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James Alexander Seton – Great Bridge, Fordingbridge loop from Fordingbridge

6.73km

01:42

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Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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Folds Farm Footbridge – Great Bridge, Fordingbridge loop from Fordingbridge

8.52km

02:15

80m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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4.2

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#3.

Great Bridge, Fordingbridge – Fordingbridge Hospital loop from Fordingbridge

4.75km

01:12

10m

10m

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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Location: Fordingbridge, New Forest, Hampshire, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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