The summer months are well and truly underway and whether you are looking for summer holiday ideas this July or for a pre-school holiday getaway, there’s plenty to entertain you this July in the New Forest. Spend those warm and balmy days exploring our timeless landscape, from relaxed days upon our…
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As Midsummer begins to descend upon the New Forest, make the most of the longer, balmy summer days. June is the perfect time for outdoor adventures – from nights under canvas at one of our campsites to days spent strolling through the vibrant woodland or spent sipping something cool in a pub garden…
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There’s something truly special about May in the New Forest. As the days grow longer and the air warms, the landscape gently shifts into a new season and here at Hockey’s Farm Shop, it’s one of our favourite times of year. Cuckoo Copse is a peaceful corner of the farm, known for its beautiful…
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Kicking off with a bank holiday weekend, May half term is packed full of fun adventures for all ages to have in the New Forest. From thrilling new rides to budget-friendly ways to spend time together as a family, we’ve got plenty of top events and things happening in the New Forest. Step back…
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As spring begins to draw to an end, summer begins to unfurl its grasp on the New Forest. Catch the end of the carpets of blue and purple as the bluebell woods begin to finish and absorb the vibrant greens from the freshly opened leaves from the forest’s canopy. With two bank holiday weekends and the…
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Dogstival – Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st May 2026 Set in the heart of the New Forest, Dogstival is the UK’s most unique - and delightfully bonkers - festival dedicated to our four-legged best friends. On 30th & 31st May, Burley Park transforms into a full-blown doggy paradise, packed with…
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The seasons are changing and new life is being born. It’s time to celebrate the arrival of spring by planning your New Forest Easter adventures. Whether you are looking for things to do over the Easter weekend or for across the school Easter holidays, there’s plenty to entertain all ages in the New…
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When you think of the New Forest, you might picture ancient woodland, wide-open heathland and free-roaming ponies. But alongside the natural beauty, there’s another layer to discover - a thriving creative scene shaped by light, landscape and local stories. Artists have long been drawn to the New…
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Spring is finally heading this way; it’s time to say goodbye to the colder weather and embrace new beginnings. See the New Forest come alive with vivid hues from the spring flowers, look out for new life beginning to emerge including some of the early arrivals of New Forest Pony foals and the return…
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The New Forest isn’t just about big skies and open landscapes. When the weather turns, or you simply fancy slowing the pace, there’s a rich mix of indoor attractions and activities waiting to be discovered in the New Forest. From hands-on museums and creative workshops to spa days, food experiences…
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