Insider’s Guide to the Northern New Forest
There are some lovely villages in this area. But with a far less population, life here spreads out into nature. There are no large towns in the north…
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There are some lovely villages in this area. But with a far less population, life here spreads out into nature. There are no large towns in the north…
read moreDid you want to see the actual walk before you suggest it to your family and friends? This is exactly the blog and You Tube link for you. Dave is…
read moreBen and Suzi started their antique & vintage interiors business 8 years ago and have a workshop in Lymington which they open to the public on Friday, Sat and…
read moreDuring Coronavirus you can still explore but you’ll want to find lovely quiet spots… here are some ideas from keeping kids busy in the garden, to the best Easter Egg…
read moreChoosing where you go for a winter walk is important. Windy? Head for the protection of the trees in the forest. Sunny? Head to the beach. Want silence? Go to…
read moreWant to explore a magical kingdom? Need to find a particularly beautiful picnic spot? Have someone with you who is riding in a pram or a mobility vehicle? Then this…
read moreThe New Forest beaches are very beautiful and diverse. Sandy, silty, pebbly and many are near coastal bird reserves. Here’s our guide to spending a day on the local beaches……
read moreHere are our top 10 picnic spots…enjoy! We’ve written a great deal about the local area and places to visit. They have been chosen because they’re beautiful, unique, quiet and…
read moreSo we have written extensively on what’s free and fun in other posts, but here’s the ‘take-away’ for busy parents… – Head to the beach – for a day at…
read moreGetting lost is an art form we try to avoid most of our lives. Lost, we are taught, is something to fear and dread. Lost has connotations of chaos. But…
read moreLove to swing? Then this is a post for you. Here’s our (not so) secret guide to the best rope swings in the forest. This is a place with plenty of trees,…
read moreWant some time away with your partner? Here’s our guide to the best romantic places and spaces. The coastal path at Milford. The main picture for this blog is the…
read moreA boat trip out to a massive castle, a secret (very good) cafe, and a great walk back home. There are masses of dark passages to explore, strange crevices and…
read moreThe New Forest National Park coast has miles of beautiful and protected shoreline. Wild ponies and cattle live on much of it. It’s well worth exploring for some beach-y downtime. Dog…
read moreYou don’t need to fly to New Hampshire to see the famous autumn or ‘fall’ foliage. Our wonderful New Forest puts on a great display every year too. It’s just…
read moreThe New Forest was once a Royal Hunting forest. It is one of the best places in England to find these ancient and giant trees. The National Park is home…
read moreForaging for free and organic food is a real pleasure. It is Slow Living at it’s best. Wild food is all around us. Far more than you might think is…
read moreGet your glitter carrot on! Ideas for a kids walk with a fun nature theme. Here at New Forest Escapes we love a good kids adventure (and often feel like…
read moreForest Bathing isn’t some kind of expensive spa treatment or washing ritual, we’re talking about a tech-free, time-out, stillness and quiet enjoyment of a beautiful wild place. And best of…
read moreDogs are part of New Forest life. So long as they are well behaved, it’s pretty much access all areas in the area and in the National Park. There are…
read moreWhich is the best pub where? Here’s our guide for winter pubs in the New Forest: In no particular order: The Angel and Blue Pig on Lymington High Street. Ancient,…
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