When is Pannage? Monday 14 September – Sunday 29 November 2026 One of the New Forest's most fascinating autumn traditions is about to begin. Each year, pigs are released onto the Forest to roam beneath the trees, snuffling their way through fallen acorns as part of the centuries-old tradition of…
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Set in the heart of the New Forest, Rhinefield House Hotel is one of those places that’s worth making time for. With its grand architecture, historic interiors and 40 acres of beautiful grounds, there’s plenty to enjoy whether you’re staying overnight or simply visiting for a few hours. Come for…
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This September, Burley Village Hall will once again be filled with paintings, ceramics, woodcraft, glasswork and plenty of local creativity as the Woodlanders return for their 36th annual exhibition. Taking place from Saturday 12 to Sunday 27 September 2026, the exhibition brings together 16 local…
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...You Couldn’t Make it Up – Or Could you? Somewhere in the vast and largely unremarkable folder marked Things The Universe Did On Purpose , tucked between "the exact chemical composition of custard" and "why wasps exist at all," you will find a small, damp footnote about a Hampshire drainage pipe in…
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When the summer holiday rush comes to an end, a special kind of magic arrives in the New Forest. The days become a little calmer, the air a little crisper and the landscape slowly transforms as greens give way to shades of gold, copper and red. Autumn is a wonderful time to slow down, explore and…
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As the summer gently slips away and autumn’s arrival commences, see the changes in the New Forest as the leaves begin their transformation. Make the most of the remaining summer moments, with laidback wanders through the forest and peaceful evenings spend upon our coastline watching the boats bob…
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Every August, the New Forest transforms into a sea of purple. As summer reaches its peak, the heathlands burst into colour as millions of tiny heather flowers bloom across the landscape. Hillsides, open heathland and sweeping valleys are covered in shades of pink and purple, creating one of the New…
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The best way to experience the New Forest isn't always from behind the wheel. Whether you're arriving by train, choosing to leave the car behind for the day or looking for a more sustainable way to explore, travelling car-free allows you to slow down, discover hidden corners and experience the New…
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Go New Forest is reassuring visitors with holidays and day trips planned to the New Forest that businesses across the destination remain open, while urging everyone travelling to the area to plan their journeys carefully and continue to follow official advice. The ongoing fire has caused significant…
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Summer doesn't always have to be packed with plans. Sometimes, the best days in the New Forest are the ones where nothing much happens at all. A slow walk beneath the trees. A picnic shared with friends. Coffee brewed outside a tent while the morning mist lingers between the woodland. An afternoon…
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