Queen Elizabeth Country Park
Horndean, East Hampshire
Over 2,000 acres of open access woodland and downland with three waymarked walking trails, two permissive bike trails and a play area. The top of Butser Hill, the highest point on the South Downs, is nearby.
Highlights
- Three waymarked walking trails
- Two permissive bike trails
- Play area and visitor centre cafe
- South Downs Way passes through
Good to know
- The park is a free, open access site
- A weekly parkrun starts at 9am on Saturdays
Getting there
Queen Elizabeth Country Park, Gravel Hill, Horndean, Hampshire, PO8 0QEParking: Car parks include Gravel Hill. Check the official site for charges.
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What's on at Queen Elizabeth Country Park
Halloween Hollow at Queen Elizabeth Country Park
Queen Elizabeth Country Park's Halloween Hollow is a booked session at the end of October half-term. It includes a spooky trail, a pumpkin playground with bowling and ring toss, and pumpkin carving.
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