New Forest: Beaulieu and the Southern Forest Loop
Circle the southern New Forest from Lyndhurst through Brockenhurst and Beaulieu, returning via Lymington and Sway. This is a slow landscape drive with time for a village or harbour break.
Driving roads near Lyndhurst. Town and attraction visits are optional. · 17 miles · 39 minutes estimated driving · Circular
Photo: @ Stuart Logan / Geograph
Highlights along the way
Beaulieu
The village and riverside provide a natural stopping place; the museum is a separate booked visit where required.
Southern forest
Open common and woodland alternate on the smaller public roads between settlements.
Before you set off
Free-roaming animals have priority in practice: leave plenty of space and follow forest limits. Park only in authorised places. Check current road closures and conditions before travel. Driving time is an estimate without stops or live traffic. The plotted route follows the driving roads. Nearby towns, attractions and photo subjects are optional independent visits; leave and rejoin the route only if you choose. No stop detours are included in the driving line.