outgoing, cheeky, funny…
Born in Southampton and raised just around the corner on Emsworth Road, Octavia has grown up with the New Forest as her backdrop. After Walhampton, Ballard and Brockenhurst College, she completed a degree in Business Management and Marketing before working in hospitality, retail and online merchandising — including a spell living in Sydney.
As New Forest Escapes’ sales and support guru, Octavia finds guests the perfect place to stay and makes every stage of the booking process feel effortless. With a deep understanding of our properties and the surrounding area, she matches people with the right escape, offers thoughtful recommendations, and keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Her warm approach, clear communication, and genuine care ensure guests feel looked after from the moment they get in touch.
Shirley Holms to Setley Pond — a gentle woodland‑and‑heathland loop that’s just as lovely on foot as it is on horseback. I love this route for its peaceful paths, wide-open views, and the quiet moment by the water at the end.
I love a trip over to the Island (Isle of Wight) — breakfast at Chessell Café, a game of padel at Tapnell Farm, and finishing with a drink at The George in Yarmouth.
