Written by Steve Edmed, Owner of New Forest Cycling Tours

I’ve always had a love for mountain biking and cycling in general, so it was a no brainer that I wanted to work in this field and show visitors to the New Forest just how stunning this area is.

I set up New Forest Cycling Tours in 2021, having completed my Level 2 Mountain Bike Leader qualification with British Cycling. I love opening up visitors’ eyes to the wonders of the New Forest, giving them the confidence to experience some off-road riding and helping them learn (and often spot) some of the special wildlife that calls the New Forest home.

Here at New Forest Cycling Tours, I absolutely love to showcase the stunning New Forest National Park in an environmentally-friendly and sustainable way.  I run a number of rides to take into account a riders’ ability and preferences.

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Which rides can you choose?

  • The Old Railway Line – Following sections of the disused railway line, this 3–4-hour tour starts and ends in Brockenhurst and is one of our most popular tours.
  • Coast to Forest Tour – starting in Keyhaven, this 3–4-hour tour takes in some of the New Forest’s stunning coastline.
  • The Roar of the Dragon – starting in Brook, this ride takes you through Bolderwood with its deer sanctuary and oriental driveway plus stops at the New Forest Reptile Centre.
  • New Forest Leisure Ride – our shortest ride at 1-2 hours, this is a great tour giving you a snapshot of the New Forest.

All tours give you the opportunity to see some of the New Forest’s amazing wildlife. We may be lucky enough to spot deer, New Forest ponies, donkeys and in the autumn months, the pigs out for pannage.

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All tours can be booked on the website or by calling me directly on 07976 688437.

Bike hire can also be arranged as part of our tour with us.

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Exclusive rides

I run tours for guests staying at a number of accommodation places across the New Forest, including Hazelhurst Farm and Back of Beyond Touring, Camping & Glamping Park.

I can also offer bespoke tours, so if there’s a particular area you’d like to explore, do get in touch with me.

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Why choose me?

  • I am a fully qualified Level 2 Mountain Bike Leader
  • First aid trained
  • Fully insured
  • DBS checked

Find out more

To find out more information about New Forest Cycling Tours, please visit https://newforestcyclingtours.com/