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Natural Monuments

South East England

Bolton's Bench

Natural Monuments

South East England

Bolton's Bench

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Bolton's Bench

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This Highlight is in a protected area

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New Forest National Park

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

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November 14, 2022

Hiking

Bolton's Bench commemorates the 18th century New Forest Master Keeper, the Duke of Bolton. It's a great place to stop and take in the views from under the giant yew tree at the top, stretching from the spire of St. Michael’s & All Angels church in Lyndhurst out across open heathlands, White Moor, Matley Heath and towards the waterside village of Hythe.

February 23, 2022

Hiking

forest

June 28, 2023

Cycling

A huge Yew Tree sits atop Bolton's Bench which offers commanding views across the New Forest. It is often known as simply 'The Bench' and is considered the gateway to the National Park. It is in memory of the Duke of Bolton a master keeper of the New Forest in the 18th century.

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Bolton's Bench & the Bisterne Dragon loop from Lyndhurst

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Hike the 2.4-mile Bolton's Bench & Bisterne Dragon loop from Lyndhurst, exploring New Forest views and a legendary dragon sculpture.

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Lyndhurst, Boltons Bench & Matley Wood loop

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Hike the moderate 7.6-mile Lyndhurst, Boltons Bench & Matley Wood loop in New Forest National Park, enjoying diverse landscapes and iconic p

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Lyndhurst Village — New Forest National Park

1.14km

00:18

10m

0m

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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Elevation 40 m

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

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