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Tommy is a local to the area, living in lovely seaside Lymington, he spent his formative years crisscrossing over Beaulieu Heath being shown all kinds of curiosities from rare orchids, to playing on the remnants of old WWII structures.

These days he prefers to get out onto into the forest by cycling, even more so with good company and those with him will attest to and endless supply of "fun facts" about the area and it's history.

Hidden gem in the forest? It's got to be The Turfcutters Arms over in East Boldre, not just for it's delicious food and warm atmosphere, but it's small exhibit on RAF Beaulieu and the history of the Beaulieu Aerodrome.

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Spending a day on Beaulieu High Street

By Tommy Ryan on Oct. 29, 2026

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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Taste, shop and meet local makers at the New Forest Marque Autumn Market

By Tommy Ryan on Sep. 30, 2026

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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Getting Started with Bikepacking: Bike & Bike Bag Hire in the New Forest

By Tommy Ryan on Jul. 20, 2026

Bikepacking in the New Forest - Premium Bike & Bike Bag Hire fromThe Woods Cyclery Getting out into the forest by any means is a joy in itself, with near endless miles of trails and paths to explore, you’re spoilt for choice here in the forest. What’s the best way to get around though? I may be a…

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