New Forest Blog

Escape to autumn wellness with your star-aligned spa day

Autumn is a time of gentle change. The air turns crisp, the forest glows in golden light, and the pace of life slows. It’s the perfect time to pause, breathe, and focus on yourself. This autumn, we’re inviting you to the New Forest to rediscover balance, recharge your energy, and reset your…

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Top things to do this October in the New Forest

As the forest leaves continue to turn to rich golds, yellows and oranges, October makes the perfect time for an autumnal explore of the beautiful New Forest. See if you can spot pigs snuffling on the forest floor as part of our annual pannage tradition, look for (but don’t touch!) colourful fungi…

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Late summer adventures in the New Forest

There’s something quietly magical about the tail end of summer in the New Forest. The pace has slowed, and the landscape is shifting – from the vibrant purples of high summer to the soft, golden tones of early autumn. The light is lower, the days are gentler, and there's a calm that wraps around…

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Relax at the New Forest’s New Spa Retreat

The New Forest Spa & Wellness Centre opened in May 2025 This calm, adult-only retreat offers a thoughtfully designed mix of heat and cold therapies inspired by the surrounding landscape. Highlights include: A Finnish-style sauna with a Himalayan Salt Brick Wall A peaceful steam room enhanced with…

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Top things to do this September in the New Forest

As the colours begin to change, September brings us into the early autumn, arguably the most beautiful time of year in the New Forest. Take advantage of the cooler days and step into our stunning landscape as the rich oranges, reds and gold hues slowly begin to transform our canopy. Take advantage…

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Top August Bank Holiday Events in the New Forest

Make the most of your August Bank Holiday weekend (Saturday 23 August - Monday 25 August 2025 ) in New Forest with a mix of music, heritage, guided walks, gardens, and family fun. Whether you're after live concerts, forest exploration, or quiet time in a garden, there's something to elevate your…

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Top family days out in the New Forest

With the school summer holidays now in full swing, start planning your family adventures. Create lasting memories as you spend time together in our unique National Park. From dipping your toes in the water on our coastline, to soaking up the views of our heather-clad landscape on a family bike ride…

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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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