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Because the New Forest is a pooches’ paradise, that’s why!
According to the New Forest National Park Authority, 25,000 dog walks take place here each day but there is so much space you could walk for hours and never see another hound.

The winter’s over, spring has sprung and now’s the time to plan your best Easter ever…in the magical New Forest. Not only do we have real Easter bunnies hopping round our heathlands, we also have plenty of amazing things to do and a huge variety of great places to visit for that first family trip of the year.

As you may already know we’re currently extremely busy developing a new mini community at Sandy Balls which consists of three brand new accommodation units! Well, we’re excited to announce the project is coming along nicely and should be ready for Spring! Eeek!

We know we’re famous for our Great Outdoors. But did you know that the New Forest’s Great Indoors is equally fantastic, too? From art galleries to museums, spas to activity centres, we have some amazing places to spend some time when you’re visiting this magical part of the world.

The New Forest is so magical and we want everyone to be able to explore every part of it, no matter what their mobility is! Whether you want to discover the beautiful wildlife in our heathland and woodland, or if you fancy enjoying the beautiful scenery of the coastline, we have the perfect accessible routes for you. 

Remember when February used to be the dullest half-term holiday?
Not anymore it isn’t!
Take a peek at our mega list of things to do and places to stay in the New Forest – there are so many we reckon that one week just isn’t long enough to enjoy them all!

Over the last 3 years villagers have been providing a special postal service to resurrect their uniquely romantic village postmark and on Sunday 10^th February BBC TV’s Countryfile will be celebrating their efforts.

Roses are red, violets are blue – so start sorting a New Forest Valentine’s Day that’s perfect for two! Whether it’s a classic Champagne dinner, a Mediterranean sharing platter or the chance to play Cupid with real arrows, we’ve got an experience that’s just right for you.

If you’ve had enough of the cold days, dark nights and feeling under the weather, is there anything better than slipping on a fluffy white bathrobe and pampering your way back to wellness in the tranquillity of a spa?

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!