Name: West Walk, Forest of Bere
Rating: 5.0

West Walk, Forest of Bere

West Walk, Forest of Bere, Hundred Acres Road, Wickham, Fareham, UK

1-90 Years

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West Walk, Forest of Bere is a large woodland area covering 350 hectares, offering a peaceful natural escape within the historic Forest of Bere. It is the largest remaining part of this ancient forest and provides a perfect setting for outdoor exploration and relaxation. Ideal for families and nature lovers, it combines scenic beauty with a variety of outdoor activities.

Visitors can enjoy walking and cycling trails, including the Forest of Bere trail and Millennium Trail, as well as a dedicated wellbeing trail for mindful walks. The site also features a children’s play area with climbing structures, swings and a sandpit, a den-building area, picnic spots and opportunities for horse riding across permissive routes. Additional highlights include natural woodland paths, wildlife-friendly spaces and refreshments from a café offering drinks, snacks and homemade treats.

Entry to West Walk is free, though parking charges apply for visitors arriving by car.

West Walk, Forest of Bere offers a perfect mix of nature, relaxation and family-friendly activities. With its trails, play areas and peaceful woodland setting, it provides a refreshing outdoor experience. It is an ideal destination for walking, picnicking and enjoying the calm beauty of the forest.

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Free
Host birthday parties: No

Features

With walking and cycling trails, outdoor play and picnic spots, West Walk is the ideal family day out. At 350 hectares, it is the largest remaining fragment of the ancient Forest of Bere.
Set amongst the tall pine trees, our play area is great for keeping your children entertained. Including a balance beam and all-ability swing, swinging hoops, rotating climbing chimney and for the little ones, a giant sand pit and wooden playhouses.
Play together and create your own temporary woodland hideout – find your way to the den making area and see what adventure awaits! There are two waymarked walking trails and many natural paths to help you discover West Walk on foot.
Mimi Makes is serving up high-quality barista coffee, made with locally roasted beans, tea, cold drinks and delicious homemade cakes, bakes (made daily by Mimi from her home kitchen) and healthy snacks.
Please follow our forest code to help you enjoy the forest responsibly. If you are visiting with your dog, follow our dog code, keep them under close control to help protect local wildlife such as ground nesting birds, and bag and bin your dog’s waste.

Facilities

Accessible toilet
Assistance dogs welcome
Dogs allowed
Picnic area
Play Area
Toilets

What to see

Horse riding at West Walk: West Walk provides some fantastic places to ride your horse. From May 2025 equestrians can enjoy riding off bridleway on permissive routes throughout West Walk, Hundred Acres and Wood End without requiring any permit from Forestry England or TROT. Shared use of the forests requires patience and respect for fellow visitors. Please adhere to locally signed no go areas, including picnic and play areas.
Walking trails at West Walk: With two moderate trails to choose from, venture deep into the forest on foot at West Walk. The Forest of Bere trail is perfect for first time visitors to the forest, or if you are up for a bit more of a challenge, follow the Millennium Trail!
Wellbeing trail at West Walk: Spending time amongst the trees and really noticing nature is scientifically proven to boost our mental and physical health. Follow the trail to take a mindful walk through the forest that invites you to really relax. Themed panels along the trail will invite you to pause, notice and connect with the forest environment around you.

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Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

2 March to 30 April: 7:00am to 6:00pm
1 May to 10 September: 7:00am to 8:00pm
11 September to 31 October: 7:00am to 6:00pm
1 November to 1 March: 7:00am to 4:30pm

Address: West Walk, Forest of Bere, Hundred Acres Road, Wickham, Fareham, UK

Post Code: PO17 6JD

Council: Winchester

County: Hampshire

By Car: Access either from the A32 Meon Valley Road, north of Wickham or Hundred Acres Road. The site is signposted West Walk at the entrance. Parking Charges apply.
By Bus: Take the number 69 bus that runs between Winchester and Wickham Square. The nearest stop is a 2.2 mile walk to West Walk.