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Forestry England

Hodgemoor Woods bike park after majority of ramps removed

“I would rather my son broke his leg than had a broken brain staring at screens”: Young cyclists stage protest to stop diggers removing bike park jumps deemed “unsafe”

Forestry England says the youngsters are “welcome” to use the woods’ bridleways and horse trails instead, though a decision on the future of the ramps won’t be made until next year

Wed, Aug 19, 2026 16:06
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New Forest rider and pony (CC licensed by iNew Forest:Flickr)

New Forest chiefs’ anti-cycling attitude akin to apartheid advocates, says local club

The Verderers’ Court’s renewed call for off-route cyclists to be prosecuted has sparked accusations of prejudice and bias from campaign groups

Sat, Nov 05, 2022 18:15
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Longslade Bottom New Forest

“Someone could be killed”: Path users blame speeding cyclists for New Forest danger

A bridge closure means access to one route is via two steep gravel paths — a popular spot for cyclists, walkers and horse riders, something visitors say has caused conflict

Mon, Jul 04, 2022 09:27
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New Forest rider and pony (CC licensed by iNew Forest:Flickr)

Threat to axe New Forest’s off-road cycle network as court criticises “out of control” cyclists

Forestry England told to “toughen up” action against what one local official describes as “gangs of hardcore bikers”

Wed, Jan 20, 2021 12:41
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