Those frosty mornings may be here but there is no better a place to spend exploring than the New Forest in the winter months. Think long, brisk walks, warming cups of tea and popping your feet up in front of a roaring log fire. And all this just 80 miles from London!

In this blog, we take a look at some of the highlights you can experience this February, whether it’s a cosy break for two or a family getaway over the February half term.

Calling all 007 lovers

If you love a good Bond film then be sure to check out the Bond in Motion – No Time to Die exhibition currently running at the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu. The exhibition features some of the cars, gadgets and costumes from the most recent film. Whilst here, take time to explore the rest of Beaulieu’s extensive car collection and plan a visit to the grounds around Palace House.

Discover more about the beautiful New Forest

Avoid the crowds of summer and make time off-season to discover some of the New Forest’s gems. New Forest Discovery Walks run by Wild New Forest will be running walks on selected dates in February to explore Lymington, Lyndhurst and Wilverley. If you aren’t familiar with these areas then this is a great opportunity to find out more. Plus, even if those areas are familiar to you, you are sure to find out something new, plus get an enjoyable walk out of it too!

If you’d rather do your own thing, then that’s fine too. We have ample walks for you to embark upon. These range from short buggy-friendly walks through to long-distance hikes. Find your perfect walking route today.

Take in a tranquil visit to Furzey Gardens

Furzey Gardens is open daily throughout February (please note, the tearooms and toilets are closed until 18 February) for a chance to stroll around these pretty gardens in their centenary year and spot early spring flowers.

Soak up the culture with our exhibitions, theatre and more

You may not initially associate the New Forest with the arts but there’s plenty to see and do here.

Running up until 27 February, The New Forest Heritage Centre in Lyndhurst will be showcasing an Impressions Exhibition featuring the works of three Hampshire printmakers.

Lymington’s St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery is set to host The 62 Group of Textile Artists art exhibition until 26 February. It’ll be the first time that this exhibition has come to Lymington so be sure to take a look.

Adding to the cultural events, Forest Arts Centre has a whole host of activities taking place throughout February including comedy nights, workshops, folk music and more. Browse their full programme to see what’s on when you plan on visiting.

Book yourself a pub break

Whether you fancy staying in a pub with rooms, or simply booking a meal out, rest those tired legs after a busy day’s adventures in the New Forest by cosying up in front of a real fireplace with some fine, local food and drink. Look out for last minute availability and special offers on pub breaks, and other types of accommodation too.

February half term

Looking ahead into later February, it’ll soon be time for half term! There are lots of fun and adventurous things for you to do here in the New Forest. Keep your eyes open for our upcoming blog which will feature lots of ideas for entertaining your little ones over the holidays.