Sandy Balls Holiday Village

Avon Valley Path

Follows the River Avon through 34 miles of Hampshire countryside, mixing flat riverside sections with gentle climbs around Ringwood and Fordingbridge. Mostly easy terrain suitable for families, though the full route is best tackled in stages. Dogs welcome throughout. Expect peaceful water meadows, ancient woodlands, and charming market towns – brilliant for wildlife spotting, particularly kingfishers and otters. Worth doing for varied scenery and accessible nature without serious hills.

A Walk to the Huff Duff, SW Hants

Meanders through mixed woodland and open heathland with gentle to moderate inclines, following well-maintained National Trust paths around Ibsley Common. Dogs welcome on leads near grazing livestock. Best suited to older children rather than buggies due to uneven forest tracks and some rooty sections. The intriguing destination—a WWII radio direction-finding station nicknamed "Huff Duff"—offers fascinating wartime heritage and sweeping views across the Avon Valley, making this a rewarding blend

Hale Purley Figure of Eight Walk, SW Hants

Meanders through ancient woodland and heathland on mostly flat, well-maintained paths with occasional gentle slopes. Ideal for families with older children (7+) who can manage the distance, though some narrower sections and tree roots make it tricky for buggies. Dogs welcome and will love the varied terrain. The figure-of-eight layout lets you choose a shorter loop if needed, and the mix of forest shade and open heath feels surprisingly remote despite being close to the New Forest edge.

Play Trail

A Short Stroll Around Hightown, SW Hants