Paddle boarding in the New Forest
All of us in the office love a paddle. Across the New Forest this sport has become super popular, and with some truly special places to go, do join in.…
read moreOur lowdown of the best things to see and do in the New Forest...
All of us in the office love a paddle. Across the New Forest this sport has become super popular, and with some truly special places to go, do join in.…
read moreIn the early heat wave of July 2022, Rachel interviewed Jen of Wild Times next door to the New Forest Escapes office in Lymington’s St Barbe museum cafe. Jen runs…
read moreIn need of some holiday inspiration?? As mums in the office, we understand the need to find ways of entertaining the little ones during school holidays. There are plenty of…
read more100% plant based foodie places… 1. Noohn The Cross- Burley – Ringwood- BH24 4AB Fizz, the owner, has your enjoyment as her upmost priority with a passion for…
read moreOne of the mainstays of local, seasonal and excellently-eco, is newly re-loved Gun Inn, Keyhaven. The food here is so good that we are now recommending it as a serious…
read moreHere’s our list of spots for those who want to get wet (and less wind), or not wet at all! Personally, my favourite thing to do to help connect kids…
read moreSouthampton City, and it’s suburbs at Totton, with the oil refinery, at Cadland, are the busier areas. However the National Park boundaries and green belt are well kept and it’s…
read moreGeneral safety for wild swimming As ever, we strongly suggest you follow the wild swim code of safety. – tell someone where you are going and when you expect to…
read moreWe love that the animals have right of way. There is even a law court dedicated especially to the right to graze animals ‘wild’ here. Livestock, grazing, and cutting wood…
read moreThere 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 of…
read moreThe area is a wonderful place to explore on foot. We have written extensively about where to go. – Walk the beaches. Here’s our guide. Read more. Head off for…
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 moreBoth Rachel Parsons and Rachel Smith in our office, ride and our passion is anything with fetlocks and forelocks. They both have their own horses but we have heard consistently…
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 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 least.…
read moreReady. Set. Go…. Here’s our guide to where to set up your egg-tastic afternoon for New Forest Easter Egg Hunt. (And the puns stop here!) Coastal Easter Egg Hunt 1.…
read moreCycling in the New Forest Come on down! The area is predominantly flat and has fantastic cycle trails and road cycling options. Phil, our excellent graphic designer is a keen…
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 moreThis blog is written to help busy families choose what to do locally. We’ve listed free activities and also ones that come with a cost but are well worth checking…
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…
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