New Forest Blog

Fungi Facts

With autumn comes the stunning array of magnificent fungi across the New Forest. From bright red toadstools to funky shaped yellow fungi, it’s a fantastic moment when you spot some when exploring the forest. Here’s some interesting facts about fungi in the New Forest: The New Forest is home to a…

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Autumn wildlife

Cooler days and darker nights mean only one thing – autumn’s coming! But, as summer slips away, don’t be sad – with the change of seasons comes the chance to release your inner David Attenborough and spot even more of the New Forest’s beautiful and unique wildlife. Along with our roaming ponies…

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Book autumn breaks to the New Forest

If you’re suffering with the slight washout summer blues then cure them by planning a fabulous autumn break in the magical New Forest! Autumn is THE New Forest season. It’s the time when tree leaves explode into colour; of crisp, country walks, tranquil, uncrowded beaches and menus at our hotels…

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Summer adventure and outdoor activities in the New Forest

This summer, why not explore the New Forest in a different way? Whether you fancy zipping through the skyline on a high ropes course or taking to the water for a different perspective of our coastline, there are lots of adventures and opportunities to be had here. Make the most of the longer days by…

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Our secret coast

We call it our secret coast – the 40 miles of tranquil shoreline that mark the place where the magical New Forest meets the sea – as many people don’t think of sea and sand when picturing the New Forest! Image - Lepe Country Park It’s a world of quiet beaches, elegant estuaries and a history…

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Our favourite New Forest locations

The New Forest is full of enchanting and magical locations to visit, so we’re here to help you to ensure that you experience some of the best and don’t miss out! Here’s a selection of our favourite New Forest locations… - Bolderwood – Here you can enjoy a marvellous mix of ancient woodlands, pine…

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Reconnect with water

There can’t be many people who don’t know that being by water – the so-called Blue Mind effect – is super-beneficial to our wellbeing. Given the recent heatwave – with promises of more to come – isn’t it time you decided to reconnect with water and enjoy all the wonderful things it gives us? We…

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Last minute summer breaks in the New Forest

Summer comes just once a year and there’s still time to have your best one yet – by grabbing a last minute summer break in the beautiful New Forest. Imagine being able to explore more than 140,000 acres of heathland and forests, with trees so old, they date back to Tudor times. Treat yourself to a…

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10 reasons to visit in the summer

Hip hip hooray – it’s the first day of summer today! Perhaps the happiest season of the year, with sun, outdoor adventures, delicious food and stunning colours all around. There is nowhere better to love this season than in the New Forest. Here’s our top 10 reasons to visit the New Forest in summer……

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How to celebrate summer solstice in the New Forest

If you’ve always wanted to celebrate a summer solstice but couldn’t face the Stonehenge schlepp, then may we make a suggestion? Come and celebrate this magical moment in the calendar year, when the night is at its shortest and the day is at its longest, in the New Forest. Why? Well, we’re not short…

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