There’s something truly special about a visit to Burley Fudge Shop. Tucked away in the heart of Burley village, this family-run business has been crafting handmade fudge in the New Forest for over three decades. Their secret? Time-honoured recipes, quality ingredients, and a genuine love of…
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Autumn has well and truly arrived in the New Forest, and here at Hockey’s we’ve got a packed calendar full of delicious treats, seasonal experiences, and festive fun. From our free-roaming pannage pigs, to a ghoulishly great Halloween half term, and right through to Christmas sparkle - we’ve…
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When October arrives, the New Forest takes on a special kind of magic. From misty mornings and crunching leaves to ghostly tales and glowing pumpkins, there’s no better place to embrace the Halloween season. Whether you're after half-term family fun, a spine-tingling ghost walk or just a reason to…
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A Forest cloaked in mystery The New Forest, with its ancient woodlands, misty mornings, and quiet moors, is a location full of unique experiences and tales of years gone by. When dusk falls and the trees cast long shadows, the Forest takes on an eerie magic — when legends awaken, and stories of the…
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Celebrate Halloween, Christmas, or New Year’s Eve at Sandy Balls: A Getaway Like No Other! As the air grows crisper and the days shorter, there's no better place to immerse yourself in the magic of Sandy Balls. Nestled on the edge of the New Forest near Fordingbride, Sandy Balls offers a winter…
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From cursed paintings to the ghosts of dead kings; from covens of witches to spectral monks, this part of the world is home to far more than its fair share of apparitions, phantoms and creepy goings-on. So, as we glide towards Halloween, only one question remains…are you brave enough to visit the…
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As the leaves turn vibrant shades of red and orange, there is no better time to embark on such a fun-filled autumn adventure in the New Forest. Pumpkin Picking has become a must-do activity by locals and visitors alike during the autumn season! Put on your cosiest sweater, grab your boots and head…
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It’s time to get your spook on here in the New Forest. We’ve some spine-tingling events taking place in the lead up to and over Halloween. Whether you are looking for days out and activities to join in with over Halloween or a half term Halloween-themed break, we’ve got you covered. Grab your…
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FREE Tickets Available – Reserve Yours Today! Get ready to embark on an enchanting autumn adventure at Strawberry Fields in Lymington! Put SO41 8PT into your Sat Navs, follow the vibrant orange flags and signs along the road to reach the New Forest Pumpkin Patch. Don't Miss Out – Reserve Your FREE…
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Because the New Forest belongs to us all, we all need to care for it. It’s one of the UK’s biggest Sites of Special Scientific Interest and is home to some of the country’s rarest plants, animals and fungi, as well as the world-famous roaming New Forest ponies. Whether we’re riding, cycling, walking…
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