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The Great Britain Guide

Mountain bike trails · South East England

Red Squirrel Trail: Parkhurst Forest

In or near Carisbrooke.

Red Squirrel Trail: Parkhurst Forest — a mtb trail in england south east.

Footpath from Noke Common Road to Tuckers Gate - geograph.org.uk - 4547366

PAUL FARMER — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Wootton · 5.0 km

About

Red Squirrel Trail: Parkhurst Forest is a mtb trail located in england south east, mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. Detailed amenities and visitor information may vary; check the OSM page for the latest tagged metadata.

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Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Isle Of Wight
  • Ramsar wetland: Solent & Southampton Water

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Red Squirrel Trail is a mountain biking trail located in Parkhurst Forest, South-East England. This trail offers a well-maintained route suitable for cyclists of various skill levels. Visitors can expect a mix of terrain, including woodland paths and open spaces, providing an engaging biking experience. The surrounding forest is also home to diverse wildlife, including the elusive red squirrel.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
50.7169, -1.3108
Parish
Newport and Carisbrooke
Postcode
PO30 5PR
Parliamentary constituency
Isle of Wight West
Nearest railway station
Wootton5 km

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Red Squirrel Trail: Parkhurst Forest

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Red Squirrel Trail: Parkhurst Forest?
Red Squirrel Trail: Parkhurst Forest is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode PO30 5PR), in the parish of Newport and Carisbrooke.
What is Red Squirrel Trail: Parkhurst Forest?
Red Squirrel Trail: Parkhurst Forest — a mtb trail in england south east.
How do I get to Red Squirrel Trail: Parkhurst Forest?
The nearest railway station is Wootton, about 5.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode PO30 5PR.
Is Red Squirrel Trail: Parkhurst Forest a protected site?
Yes — Red Squirrel Trail: Parkhurst Forest is part of the Isle Of Wight National Landscape (AONB) and the Solent & Southampton Water Ramsar wetland.
How do I get to Red Squirrel Trail: Parkhurst Forest?
The nearest railway station is Wootton, about 5.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PO30 5PR.