Castleman Trailway
Travel from Ringwood to Poole along the disused Southampton to Dorchester railway line on this easy cycle and walking route. Route highlights include 3 lovely country parks - Avon Heath Country Park, Moors Valley Country Park and Upton Country Park. The trail runs for a distance of about 15 miles on a fairly flat path so it's a good ride for families or anyone looking for an easy, sheltered walk.
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Castleman Trailway Ordnance Survey Map 
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Castleman Trailway Open Street Map 
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Castleman Trailway OS Map 
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Castleman Trailway Open Street Map 
- Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking
Castleman Trailway Pubs/Cafes
The country parks on the route all have good cafes where you can stop off for some refreshments. At Avon Heath for example there's a splendid cafe with a good menu serving delicious coffee, cake, breakfasts & lunches. It's located at a postcode of BH24 2DH for your sat navs.
At Upton Country Park there's tea rooms with a lovely terrace where you can enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Walled Garden. It's a great spot for a rest on a warm summer day.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
Castleman Trailway. View of the trail near Ringwood
LDP Waymark Castleman Trailway
Seat on Castleman Trailway. A metal seat with a leaf motif on the north side of the cycleway.
Castleman Trailway on a sunny day in 2009
Bridge carrying the Trailway over River Avon mill stream near Ringwood. The trailway follows the course of the dismantled Brockenhurst-Ringwood railway.
Castleman Trailway in Ferndown Forest. View of The Trailway crossing Uddens Water and heading south west
A view looking west towards West Moors village
Tree lined section near Lions Hill. A view looking north-east towards Ashley Heath
Elevation Profile
