Blog

There are so many reasons why you should visit the New Forest this October half term! This year half term is from Monday 28th October to Friday 1st November and the New Forest is the perfect place to enjoy an autumn family break.

Autumn is one of the most wonderful times to visit the New Forest. Our woodlands become a riot of colour as the vivid greens make way for rich oranges, reds and golds and the fallen leaves make for great fun kicking your way along the footpaths, especially if you have younger members of the family with you!

When it comes to picnics, where you eat is as important as what you eat which is why we’ve compiled our own guide to best places to throw down the tartan rug in the New Forest so you’ll always find the one that’s perfect for you.

It’s traditionally seen as summer’s last hurrah – three amazing days of fun before we all go back to work, to school, and to our winter routines. And there’s no better place to spend August Bank Holiday weekend than the magical New Forest.

Does anything beat a great family walk? One on which you see new things, discover new places and maybe stop off for a scrumptious picnic or at a delightful pub? We don’t think so which is why we’ve compiled the ultimate guide to the best family experience of all – a walk in the magical New Forest.

The New Forest Show is a three-day celebration of farming, food and fun which is rated among the top agricultural shows in the country. From food and flowers, music and main ring attractions to cooking, crafts and county pursuits.

The days are longer, the weather’s better – no wonder summer is the best time to get onto the New Forest’s tracks, highways and by-ways. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just starting out, here are some of the best ways we know, to enjoy the New Forest on two wheels.

Foxgloves scattering through the woodlands, wild flowers covering the heathlands in a wash of vibrant colour and birds calling from atop yellow flowering gorse bushes are just some of the delights this time of year bring to our stunning surroundings across the beautiful New Forest Hotels.   

School may not be out for summer quite yet….but it’s coming! Six whole weeks to kick back, relax and enjoy yourself with the kids in the magical New Forest. Lucky, then, that loads of our amazing attractions & activities, top-notch hotels and holiday parks have got some brilliant events and deals for families to share.

Strange as it may sound, one of the reasons the magical New Forest looks so wild and beautiful is because of us humans!

It was King William the Conqueror who started it all, after he invaded in 1066. And, in the main, it’s the activities of the Commoners and their ponies...