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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If you ask most visitors, they will probably say yes. Long sunny days, picnics in the woods or by the beach, walks alongside free-roaming ponies, and long lunches in beautiful beer gardens all make June, July and August an easy choice. But does that make it the best season of the year? Ask locals…
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GRAB YOUR EARLY BIRD TICKETS BEFORE 8TH AUGUST Taking place on Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th August, join us for a fantastic weekend of gastronomic delights. The two-day festival is the perfect way to enjoy delicious food, fantastic entertainment, mouth watery cookery demo’s and all-round family fun…
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Make the most of your August bank holiday weekend (Saturday 29 August - Monday 31 August 2026) in New Forest with a mix of heritage, music, guided walks, gardens, and family fun. Whether you're after forest exploration, quiet time, live music or outdoor adventures, there's plenty to keep you…
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