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What two better things to combine together than a peaceful walk in the New Forest followed by a well-earnt visit to one of our country pubs?! With 143 miles of footpaths, 193,000 acres of land to explore and over 60 pubs, the New Forest is the perfect place to enjoy a pub walk!

February Half Term may be in the middle of winter, but don’t let that stop you having loads of fun in the New Forest! Take a peek at our mega list of things to do and places to stay – and you’ll realise that in the New Forest, February is always fantastic.

If you make one New Year’s resolution for 2019, make sure that it’s to have more fun in the New Forest! And with events ranging from food festivals to dog festivals, to marathons and fireworks spectaculars, there really is something for everyone to enjoy.

Imagine a holiday surrounded the most beautiful wildlife, nature and landscapes, plus a whole list of fun things to do & places to see and where you can even bring your furry friend along to enjoy all the fun, too.

Our halls are decked with boughs of holly and the Big Day is nearly upon us!

So, if you’re searching for a few family friendly things to do in the run-up to December 25, look no further than the New Forest.

… you will be if you come to the New Forest!

Winter in the New Forest is a magical time of frosted, rustling leaves, wild pink and orange sunsets, starry skies and roaring fires in our pubs and restaurants. The bare landscape makes it easier to spot our ponies and deer, too, as well as foxes and owls.

The New Forest is a wonderful place to celebrate – whether it’s a Christmas party, celebration lunch or, indeed, The Big Day itself, then you definitely need to check out the amazing breaks, food and events taking place over the festive season in the New Forest.

You have possibly heard of Burley, right? The small New Forest village was made famous from the ‘white’ witch, Sybil Leek who lived here during the 1950s and who’s memory lives on in some of the gift shops that can be found in the village centre.

It may feel like the children have only just gone back to school however October half term really isn’t too far away at all. With loads of fantastic events and activities happening across the New Forest we will be here bringing a whole load of fun for the family…

As the big kids are back to school, parents are back to work and the bustling months of summer leave us behind, the New Forest brings with it the spectacular colours of autumn and the opportunity to explore our attractions without the crowds.