New Forest Blog

The New Forest’s Top 10 Beauty Spots

Breathe it in. The wide-open heathlands. The scent of pine. The glint of sunlight through ancient trees. New Forest is full of wildlife and beauty - but where are the truly unmissable views and scenery? We’ve rounded up ten of the most stunning spots to inspire your next visit. 1. Blackwater…

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The New Forest Food Festival is back, bigger and better!

THE NEW FOREST FOOD FESTIVAL IS BACK, BIGGER AND BETTER GRAB YOUR EARLY BIRD TICKETS BY 9TH AUGUST Taking place on Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th August, join us for a fantastic weekend of gastronomic delights. The two-day festival is the perfect way to enjoy delicious food, fantastic entertainment…

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Top things to do this August in the New Forest

As the heather begins to bloom turning our landscape into shades of purple, August marks the peak of summer in our beautiful New Forest national park. One of the truly magnificent experiences you can do during August is to catch the breath-taking sunrises or sunsets across the carpets of heather…

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Top summer walks in the New Forest

Discover wide-open heathlands, ancient woodland trails, and secret coastlines - all on foot. Walking is one of the best ways to experience the magic of New Forest in summer. Whether you’re wandering through sun-dappled woodland, following trails across the heath, or tracing the coastline with sea…

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Top unique experiences in the New Forest

Go beyond the guidebook and discover a different side of the New Forest. The New Forest is a place of ancient traditions and natural beauty - but it’s also full of unexpected adventures and quietly extraordinary experiences. Whether you're looking to reconnect with nature or try something completely…

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Pack a picnic in the New Forest

Slow down, graze in good company, and savour the sunshine with a picnic in the New Forest. There’s something timeless about laying down a blanket, opening up a basket of good food, and spending the afternoon surrounded by birdsong, wildflowers and gentle ponies in the distance. Whether it’s a family…

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