New Forest Blog

Ideas for child-free breaks and days out in the New Forest

Looking to escape without the kids? Whether you are looking for a short break for two outside of the school holidays, an experience or a day out without the chaos and noise that youngsters can bring, we have some great suggestions for child-free breaks and days out in the New Forest. If it’s…

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How to start A digital detox in the New Forest

In a fast-paced world dominated by screens and technology, there comes a time when the soul yearns for a break, a chance to unplug and reconnect with simplicity. If you find yourself in need of a digital detox, then the lush greenery and peaceful surroundings of the New Forest await you. Reasons to…

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Visit the New Forest x Sandy Balls

Celebrate Halloween, Christmas, or New Year’s Eve at Sandy Balls: A Getaway Like No Other! As the air grows crisper and the days shorter, there's no better place to immerse yourself in the magic of Sandy Balls. Nestled on the edge of the New Forest near Fordingbride, Sandy Balls offers a winter…

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Mindful moments in the New Forest

Thanks to new research, most of us know that taking time to be in a forest can help quell feelings of stress and anxiety and promote an atmosphere of wellbeing. Similar effects come from being near large bodies of water – lakes or the sea - and even birdwatching. Scientists have discovered that just…

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Guest blog: Wild New Forest

Who we are? Wild New Forest Guided Tours is a community interest company (CIC) dedicated to preserving and enhancing the natural beauty of The New Forest National Park. As a not for profit company within the New Forest, our mission is to support the preservation and sustainability of this unique…

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Tips for enjoying the last of the summer sun in the New Forest

As the golden days of summer slowly give way to the crispness of autumn, it’s time to savour the final sun-soaked moments – and there’s no better place to do so than in the New Forest. With magical ancient woodlands, beautiful heathlands and quaint villages, the New Forest is the ideal location to…

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Top things to do in September in the New Forest

The mad rush of the school summer holidays will soon be behind us and now it’s time to settle into the start of the autumn months. What better way to do this is there than with a visit to the New Forest this September? September is a beautiful month to visit the New Forest. You’ll often find the New…

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Cycling fun for everyone in the New Forest

The New Forest, with its gorgeous landscapes, ancient woodlands and over 100 miles of cycle tracks, is the perfect place for outdoor adventures on two wheels. Whether you’re a cycling enthusiast, a family with young children or have accessible needs and wish to get out to explore with confidence…

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Top dog walks in the New Forest

With its 140,000 acres of heathland and forests and 40 miles of coast – not to mention all our rivers, streams and 140-miles of waymarked tracks – the magical New Forest is the doggy equivalent of paradise on earth. If you don’t want your pet to miss out, why not make this summer the time you treat…

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Top things this August bank holiday weekend

The final bank holiday weekend of the summer is fast approaching, now’s the perfect time to start planning your adventures to the New Forest. From family days out and activities, through to foodie events and live music, discover what you can do this August bank holiday weekend in the New Forest…

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