Explore the Skamper New Forest Half Marathon
Location: Bolderwood, England
Embark on a memorable half marathon adventure through the heart of the New Forest, starting and finishing amidst the natural beauty of Bolderwood. This 21.1km route offers a true escape into the ancient woodlands, tracing a path northward around Highland Water Inclosure before heading south towards Woods Corner and back. You'll run on predominantly wide, compacted gravel paths and tracks, with occasional grassy sections, making for varied and engaging underfoot conditions.
With a gentle 137m ascent and minimal hilliness, this scenic route is ideal for endurance training, a longer sightseeing run, or even as a preparatory run for a spring marathon. The entirely unpaved course immerses you in the tranquil embrace of the forest, providing a peaceful yet rewarding running experience for those seeking natural landscapes and refreshing air.