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Queen Elizabeth Country Park
Park Activities There are plenty of things to do at Queen Elizabeth Country Park. From gentle pursuits such as walking, taking in the view, and relaxing with a cup of tea from the cafeteria, to striding out along the long distance footpaths, testing your skills in the saddle, and getting off the beaten track to explore nature and history. Please check with staff in the Visitor Centre about the current facilities on offer, as routes can change, and the weather can make some activities impossible to pursue.
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    Adventure play
    Juniper Adventure Trail - an extensive range of play equipment suitable for children aged eight and over.

    Tots Play Trail (left)
    A range of animal themed play equipment for childrem under 8 years

     

 
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    Guided walks
    All walks start from the Visitor Centre unless stated otherwise. Some walks have restricted numbers, for these booking is essential. Visitors should wear strong boots or shoes and clothing appropriate for the weather conditions. In very warm weather, plenty of liquid should be taken. The Park is hilly and therefore the walks can be challenging.

     

Short Routes
There are three permissive walking trails, which are clearly waymarked on the ground.

  • Short woodland trail 3km (1.9 miles)
  • Long woodland trail 8km (5 miles)
  • Downland trail 2.7km (1.7 miles)

Long distance paths
If you intend to walk beyond the Park, you will find the following ordnance survey maps useful:
1: 50000 Landranger series - 197 Chichester and the Downs
1: 25000 Pathfinder series - SU61/71 Horndean and SU62/72 Petersfield and East Meon.

  • Staunton Way: Queen Elizabeth Country Park to Staunton Country Park 13.5km (8.5 miles) starts at the visitor centre
  • Hangers Way: Queen Elizabeth Country Park to Alton. 34 km (21.1 miles) starts at the visitor centre.
  • South Downs Way: This national bridleway passes through the Park and runs from Winchester to Eastbourne 161 km (100 miles)
 
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    There is a permissive trail of 9.7 km (6 miles) within the forest.
    For general information about horse riding please contact us tel 02392 595040.

     

 
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    Mountain bike trails
    There are two permissive bike trails which are clearly waymarked on the ground

    • Novice mountain - bike trail 6 km (3.7 miles)
    • Advanced mountain - bike trail 5 km (3.1 miles)

     

Off road cycle trails
Two further trails start in the Park and lead out into the surrounding countryside. These use the rights of way network and some public roads. Queen Elizabeth 16 km (10 miles), Meon Valley 16km (10 miles). For more information on these routes and others in Hampshire, a pack of 'Off Road Cycle Trails' is available from the Visitor Centre for £2.99 or visit our cycling website.

 

Wayfaring and orienteering
The forest course caters for a range of abilities with up to twenty posts to find. A pack, with a map and guidance notes, is available from the visitor centre - cost 75p.

Model Gliding
The Meon Valley Soaring Club operates on Butser Hill (non powered models only). www.mvsa.freeserve.co.uk

Off road driver training
Individual or group driving experiences. Specialist recovery and winching courses. For more information tel 02380 571 804, mob 07803 069 449

If you are looking for a venue for your next event contact the Visitor Centre tel 023 9259 5040.

 
 
Children in the woodland
 
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