Reset and rejuvenate yourself this February, the New Forest beckons you with its fresh, winter’s air and an opportunity to slow down and escape the hustle and bustle of modern-day life.
Don’t let the winter blues get you down, make the most of the ever-increasing daylight hours and embrace to big outdoors, whether on a long, winter’s walk blowing the cobwebs away on our coastline or by ambling through our Narnia-like forest trails.
Take a look at some of the things you can do this February in the New Forest…
Cosy up by a roaring log fire
What better way to spend a cold day than huddled with some hearty food in front of a fireplace. Pick from some of our gorgeous New Forest pubs such as The White Hart, Lymington or The Waterloo Arms, Lyndhurst where the fireplaces will be lit and cosy. Why not combine your pub stop with a pre- or post-pub walk – we’ve several to choose from taking you to different areas of our beautiful National Park.
Rejuvenate at one of our luxury spas
Reset your mindset and take away the stresses and strains with a New Forest spa day. Take your pick of treatments from relaxing massages to pampering facials, soak up warming waters and take in the stunning scenery surrounding some of our luxury spa hotels. You could even make a break of it and book a short stay – look out for special offers on spa days and stays.
Spot the first signs of spring
Spring is just around the corner – catch a glimpse of what’s to come on a snowdrop walk.
Head to the Wilderness Garden at Beaulieu’s Palace House for a gorgeous display of these delicate flowers with the peaceful surroundings of the Beaulieu river.
Dotted around Furzey Gardens (re-opening on 14 February) you will find snowdrops and other early-emerging spring flowers such as crocuses and daffodils. If you have a four-legged friend, they are also welcome in the gardens during February so long as they are well behaved and kept on a short lead.
Likewise, take a stroll around the churchyard at Damerham, near Fordingbridge for a beautiful carpet of the dainty white flowers.
Spend time at some of our indoor attractions
If the weather isn’t playing ball, then this doesn’t mean you can’t have fun in the forest. Take your pick from some of our indoor days out and activities.
Book yourself onto a session at The Pickle Pad, Mudeford, for your chance to play one of the most popular sports of today, pickleball.
Explore the gallery space at St Barbe Museum & Arts Centre in Lymington and look out for hands-on activities being run in the February half term for little ones. Plus, delve a little deeper into the New Forest’s ways of life on a pit stop at the New Forest Heritage Centre, Lyndhurst.
Enjoy family time this February half term
From seeing Disney’s Pixar cars at Beaulieu to enjoying the thrills of the big rollercoasters at Paultons Park, there’s plenty to entertain all ages of children over February half term. Take a look at our events listings and our dedicated February half term blog to give you more ideas and inspiration to help you make the most of the week off.
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