Ringwood Ford Bottom

Valley in Hampshire New Forest

England

Ringwood Ford Bottom

Minstead : The A31 Looking along the A31. — Minstead : The A31 Credit: Lewis Clarke

Ringwood Ford Bottom is a charming valley located in Hampshire, England. Nestled within the New Forest National Park, this idyllic area is renowned for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The valley is situated near the town of Ringwood, which provides convenient access to amenities while still maintaining a sense of peaceful seclusion.

Surrounded by rolling hills and dense woodlands, Ringwood Ford Bottom offers breathtaking views and an abundance of outdoor activities. The valley is traversed by the tranquil River Avon, which adds to the area's picturesque charm. Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks along the riverbank, exploring the rich flora and fauna that thrive in this unspoiled habitat.

In addition to its natural attractions, Ringwood Ford Bottom also boasts historical significance. The valley is home to the remains of an ancient ford, which was once a crucial crossing point for travelers and traders. This ford played a pivotal role in the area's development and is a testament to its longstanding heritage.

For nature enthusiasts, Ringwood Ford Bottom offers a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and an array of bird species. This makes it a popular destination for birdwatching and wildlife photography.

Overall, Ringwood Ford Bottom is a captivating destination that seamlessly combines history, natural beauty, and tranquil surroundings. Whether visitors seek outdoor adventures, historical exploration, or simply a peaceful retreat, this picturesque valley offers an unforgettable experience in the heart of Hampshire.

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Ringwood Ford Bottom Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.893963/-1.627142 or Grid Reference SU2610. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Minstead : The A31

Looking along the A31.

Lewis Clarke

Minstead : The A31

Looking along the A31.

Lewis Clarke

Minstead : The A31

Looking along the A31.

Lewis Clarke

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Grave

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and his wife's grave All Saints Church

Shaun Ferguson

Track off Stoney Cross Plain

A summer version of SU2510 : Newtown, track

Hugh Venables

West of Stoney Cross Plain

Hugh Venables

Withybed Bottom

With a dog off the lead running free. The combined effect of this creates a lot of extra disturbance for ground nesting birds.

Hugh Venables

Valley by Fox Hill

Hugh Venables

Valley by Fox Hill

The start of Long Brook into Withybed Bottom.

Hugh Venables

The Compton Arms, Stoney Cross c.1970

Before it became the corporate and characterless Little Chef and the Travelodge of today, The Compton Arms was a long established country inn - a free house, with a reputation for fine food and good ale. Named after a local squire, Henry Compton, its origins lie much further back than when this photograph was taken. In the 18th century it was a posting inn that catered for the local gentry by supplying horses and post chaises for hire, and because of the number of influential personages residing in the locality, a Post Office was established at the inn in 1837. This would have benefitted the local inhabitants considerably, as Stoney Cross was on the mail coach route from London to Poole via Southampton. Interestingly, although the building long ago had given up its post office, in 2008 it still retained its now disused Edwardian GPO postbox. Link At sometime in the past, in order to accommodate the ever increasing number of motorists, the building had been sensitively extended to the east, the extension incorporating a new bay window to match the old one to the west. Since then, the old coaching inn has been remodelled, and now compares unfavourably with the photo above in this Sept. 2021 Streetview image: Link