New Forest Blog

Resident's favourite walks

Find your own path There's nothing quite like exploring the New Forest on foot. From ancient woodlands and rolling heathland to peaceful streams and picturesque villages, a walk here is a chance to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with the nature all around you. And with every season bringing…

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Top Christmas events in the New Forest 2026

From twinkling lights to meeting the big man himself, there’s plenty going on in and around the New Forest in the lead up to Christmas. Plan ahead for some exciting Christmas events – whether you are looking for some festive foodie treats to days out with all the family. Take a look at some of the…

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Christmas shopping and markets in the New Forest

There's something magical about Christmas shopping in the New Forest. Festive lights twinkling along village high streets, independent shops filled with thoughtful gifts, the smell of freshly made fudge and Christmas markets bringing together talented local makers and producers. Whether you're…

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Spending a day on Beaulieu High Street

Beaulieu High Street is one of the New Forest's loveliest places to spend a day. They say, you haven’t been to the New Forest if you haven’t been to Beaulieu. With its beautiful historic buildings, donkeys roaming the high street, independent shops, welcoming cafés, galleries and wonderful places to…

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White Stuff to open in Ringwood

Much-loved British lifestyle brand White Stuff opens new store during October half term, with four days of launch celebrations. The Furlong in Ringwood has announced the arrival of British fashion and lifestyle brand White Stuff, which will open its doors on Thursday 29th October 2026, bringing its…

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Top things to do this November in the New Forest

As autumn continues and winter begins to creep in, November brings with it the remains of the rich reds, oranges and yellows of the autumn canopy. November in the New Forest sees those last chances to catch stunning autumnal walks in the forest, opportunities to sit in front of roaring log fires at…

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New Forest Eats ‘n’ Treats returns for 2026

Sunday 15 November 2026 | 10am-3pm | Brockenhurst College Get ready for one of the most exciting festive events in the New Forest calendar as New Forest Eats ‘n’ Treats returns to Brockenhurst College on Sunday 15 November 2026. Back by popular demand, this Christmas shopping and food & drink…

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Autumn on plate: Taste the New Forest this season

Autumn tastes good in the New Forest. It's the season of long lunches after crisp woodland walks, steaming mugs of coffee, Sunday roasts beside the fire and menus filled with the flavours of the changing season. Across the New Forest, our pubs, restaurants, cafés, farm shops and local producers make…

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New Forest tales and stories

When dusk falls and the trees cast long shadows across the heathland, the New Forest can feel like a landscape made for storytelling. For centuries, tales of dragons, giants, witches, ghosts, pixies and strange creatures have been woven into the history of this ancient landscape. Some explain…

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The Halloween Spooktacular begins at Paultons Park tomorrow

Spooky season is upon us, and you won't want to miss Paultons Park's Halloween Spooktacular running from 9th October- 2nd November. The park will be decorated with thousands of pumpkins and straw hay bales, transporting families into the fang-tastic season with Tornado Springs and Peppa Pig World…

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