The Winter Solstice of 2023 is nearly upon us! Just after 8am on Friday December 22, the sun will rise, marking the 24-hour period when the Northern hemisphere experiences the shortest day - and a night-time lasting 16 hours. This special time of year is traditionally celebrated as a season of…
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Get those steps in in the magnificent surroundings of the New Forest. Whether you are choosing to go on a walk for some post-Christmas exercise or are looking to blow those cobwebs away, we’ve put together a list of ten of our best winter walks that you can enjoy. The Lepe Loop Take to the New…
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Whether it’s rain, snow or cold, don’t let the weather spoil your fun here in the New Forest! You’ll find plenty to do here, despite the weather so whether you are looking for rainy day ideas or for a short break at a quieter time of year, you will still find a lot to entertain all ages. Here are…
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With walking and cycling being some of the most popular ways to spend the day in the New Forest, we decided it was super important to enhance your New Forest experience by creating easier to follow route navigation, ensuring that you can enjoy your time without worrying about losing your way in the…
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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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With oodles of footpaths to explore, the New Forest is an ideal place for a family walk. Whether you are looking for a walk that’s buggy friendly, one suitable for preschoolers or longer walks that you can do with older children, there’s plenty of choice. Here, we’ve selected our top 10 family walks…
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There are so many amazing family attractions in the New Forest, so we understand that it can be a little overwhelming to choose where to visit, so we’ve whittled down the list to showcase our top family attractions! Plus, we’ve popped them into categories for you, so you can choose attractions that…
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Summer afternoons are for relaxing and lazing around in a pretty pub garden in the New Forest. With a brilliant choice of refreshing local drinks and flavoursome food to order and enjoy, all while being surrounded by beautiful flowers and bright green trees. Some pub gardens even have views of the…
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Feel the warmth on your skin as you step into summertime in the New Forest. Take a walk through our beckoning woodlands, create fun times and memories together on our coast and make the most of what July has to offer. It’s festival and shows season! With the weather set to (hopefully!) play ball…
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No one wants to leave their furry friend behind when they’re off on holiday - but if you come to the magical New Forest, you really don’t have to! With more than 20 dog-friendly hotels; as well as holiday parks, wonderful walks, rivers to splash in and beaches to explore – not to mention Dogstival…
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