Imagine waking up in the New Forest on a crisp winter morning. A slow breakfast before wrapping up for a woodland walk. Twinkling lights across New Forest village high streets. An afternoon spent Christmas shopping, followed by a festive dinner beside the fire. And perhaps a glimpse of free-roaming…
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With a history intertwined with witchcraft and many a haunted building or two, there’s lots of reasons to get your spook on this Halloween in the New Forest. Delve into what’s going on this Halloween across the New Forest. From children’s trails to events not for the fainthearted, plus…
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With just a few weeks to go until the schools break up for October half term, it’s time to start thinking about your next New Forest adventures. Whether you are after some spooky fun, ways to get the kids outdoors or places to escape to if the weather isn’t playing ball, we’ve got loads of amazing…
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Shop, taste and celebrate local at the New Forest Marque Autumn Market Autumn is a brilliant time to celebrate everything local, and this October more than 20 New Forest producers, makers and creatives are coming together for a whole weekend dedicated to the very best of the New Forest. The New…
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The crowds have dispersed; the kids are back at school, and your favourite coffee shop has started selling various pumpkin flavoured beverages. You know what that means - summer is officially over and the New Forest’s secret season is finally here! We may be biased but we believe the only true way…
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Last week, we explored the first part of The New Forest Embroidery, on display at the New Forest Heritage Centre in Lyndhurst, travelling from William the Conqueror and the creation of the Nova Foresta through centuries of royal history, commoning, shipbuilding and the arrival of the railway. But…
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You could walk past it once and see trees, animals and figures from the past. Look again, and you begin to realise just how much New Forest history has been stitched into this remarkable piece of work. The New Forest Embroidery, on display at the New Forest Heritage Centre in Lyndhurst, tells…
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There's something about autumn that suits the New Forest perfectly, and makes it even more magical. The first hint of gold appears in the trees, mornings become cooler and mistier, and woodland paths begin to crunch beneath your feet. Pigs snuffle through fallen leaves, country pubs start to light…
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October is arguably the best time of year to visit the New Forest. Expect stunning scenes as the forest continues its transformation into rich golds, reds and oranges as autumn descends upon the canopy. Snuffling on the forest floor for fallen acorns, you may be lucky enough to spot a pig or two as…
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Part of the magic of exploring the New Forest is stumbling across its villages. Surrounded by ancient woodland, open heathland and miles of walking and cycling routes, each has its own character. Think independent shops, cosy pubs, cafés made for a mid-walk coffee and beautiful places to stay when…
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