Parkhill Inclosure

Wood, Forest in Hampshire New Forest

England

Parkhill Inclosure

Mossy logs by Park Ground Inclosure
Mossy logs by Park Ground Inclosure Credit: David Martin

Parkhill Inclosure is a picturesque woodland area located in the county of Hampshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, it is part of the larger New Forest National Park. The Inclosure is known for its diverse range of tree species and vibrant wildlife, offering visitors a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The woodland is primarily composed of oak and beech trees, which dominate the landscape with their towering presence. These ancient trees provide a dense canopy, casting dappled shadows on the forest floor below. The undergrowth is a tapestry of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, creating a rich and vibrant ecosystem.

Parkhill Inclosure is home to a variety of wildlife species, including deer, badgers, foxes, and a multitude of bird species. Birdwatchers can expect to spot woodpeckers, tawny owls, and various species of songbirds in this serene woodland setting.

The Inclosure offers a network of well-maintained footpaths and bridleways, making it a popular destination for walkers, runners, and cyclists. These trails wind their way through the woodland, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore the area's natural beauty at their own pace.

In addition to its natural attractions, Parkhill Inclosure also features a picnic area and a small car park, making it an ideal spot for families and nature enthusiasts to enjoy a day out in the countryside. The Inclosure is open to the public throughout the year, allowing visitors to experience the changing seasons and the ever-evolving beauty of this enchanting woodland.

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Parkhill Inclosure Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.843346/-1.5487467 or Grid Reference SU3104. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mossy logs by Park Ground Inclosure
Mossy logs by Park Ground Inclosure
Stream below Beechen Lane
Stream below Beechen Lane
Unsettled Weather, Parkhill Inclosure Wintry sunshine beneath heavy grey clouds along one of the forest cycle tracks.
Unsettled Weather, Parkhill Inclosure
Wintry sunshine beneath heavy grey clouds along one of the forest cycle tracks.
Cycle Route in Parkhill Inclosure One of the excellent cycle routes which provide access to the heart of the forest.
Cycle Route in Parkhill Inclosure
One of the excellent cycle routes which provide access to the heart of the forest.
Houses in the Forest Denny Lodge, Denny Cottage and Upper and Lower Holding are four named dwellings in this clearing in the middle of the forest.
Houses in the Forest
Denny Lodge, Denny Cottage and Upper and Lower Holding are four named dwellings in this clearing in the middle of the forest.
Dead tree bridges a stream A small stream follows its boggy course through the woods towards the marshy ground at Shatterford Bottom.
Dead tree bridges a stream
A small stream follows its boggy course through the woods towards the marshy ground at Shatterford Bottom.
Cycle Path near Denny Lodge
Cycle Path near Denny Lodge
New Copse Cottage Surrounded by the forest, an isolated house near the railway.
New Copse Cottage
Surrounded by the forest, an isolated house near the railway.
Towards the Railway The railway line through the middle of the forest is crossed by tracks at regular intervals. It doesn't seem to be a major barrier.
Towards the Railway
The railway line through the middle of the forest is crossed by tracks at regular intervals. It doesn't seem to be a major barrier.
Logpile in Perrywood Hazeley Inclosure
Logpile in Perrywood Hazeley Inclosure
Gates between the Inclosures It may look like one big mass of trees but the various areas of the forest are kept separate from each other by a lot of fences. 
Jim Champion in his picture <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/43062">SU3204 : Driftway between Parkhill Inclosure and Stubby Copse Inclosure, New Forest</a> explains that wide tracks like this are called  driftways and are for moving animals around from one grazing area to another without them wandering off into the forest.
Gates between the Inclosures
It may look like one big mass of trees but the various areas of the forest are kept separate from each other by a lot of fences. Jim Champion in his picture SU3204 : Driftway between Parkhill Inclosure and Stubby Copse Inclosure, New Forest explains that wide tracks like this are called driftways and are for moving animals around from one grazing area to another without them wandering off into the forest.
Cycleway and Driftway part company The wide grassy driftway is only followed by one of the forest cycle routes as far as the turn here.
Cycleway and Driftway part company
The wide grassy driftway is only followed by one of the forest cycle routes as far as the turn here.
Gate by a Driftway The surfaced track crosses one of the wide grassy ways in between the wooded inclosures which can be used for moving livestock around the forest.
Gate by a Driftway
The surfaced track crosses one of the wide grassy ways in between the wooded inclosures which can be used for moving livestock around the forest.
Using the Cycle Route We were impressed with the extensive network of cycle routes around the forest.
A reliable way of exploring without ending up in the mud.
Using the Cycle Route
We were impressed with the extensive network of cycle routes around the forest. A reliable way of exploring without ending up in the mud.
Signage - A337 southbound
Signage - A337 southbound
Minor Junction - A337 southbound
Minor Junction - A337 southbound
Grazing and woodland, New Copse
Grazing and woodland, New Copse
Grazing and woodland, New Copse
Grazing and woodland, New Copse
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Parkhill Inclosure is located at Grid Ref: SU3104 (Lat: 50.843346, Lng: -1.5487467)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: New Forest

Police Authority: Hampshire

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///enchanted.denim.trombone. Near Brockenhurst, Hampshire

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