Moreton is a village and civil parish in Dorset, England, situated on the River Frome about 8 miles east of Dorchester.
* Dog bin at Moreton Village only.
Accessibility: Some paths were relatively flat and even at the time of visit and may be accessible for some pushchair and wheelchair users and those with mobility or other issues; a reccying visit is advised to check out which paths are suitable for particular requirements, if doing this it’s probably worth looking at the route starting from Moreton Village.
Moreton Forest Grid ref SY819911
Moreton Forest is an attractive, large and varied woodland with options for short and long circular walks along its network of paths. Dogs will love it! There is also a wide ford and footbridge with walking links through to Moreton village and surrounding countryside. The Jubilee Trail crosses the woodland.
There are tea rooms at Moreton village, near the ford.
The Forest has many different types of trees, heathland areas and a wide, shallow ford (dependent on weather conditions) which is crossed by a footbridge.
Parking areas are available at several laybys bordering the northern edge of the woodland along theTincleton road and some parking is also available at Moreton village. The nearest public transport links are at Bovington, see bus stop map for more information. It is then possible to access Morden Forest from Bovington via a public footpath.
Please be aware there are free range sheep and
hens near the ford!