Best New Forest Winter Walks
With meandering woodland trails, picturesque coastal strolls and rolling heathland as far as the eye can see, you’re spoilt for choice when it comes…
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Our lowdown of the best things to see and do in the New Forest...
Free Things to Do in the New Forest with Kids
The New Forest boasts all kinds of adventures, many of which don’t cost a thing to enjoy, ideal if you’re seeking low-cost day trips or…
read more9 Amazing Dog Friendly Cafes in the New Forest
With near-endless tail-wagging trails and open space to roam, the New Forest is just as exciting a place to visit for dogs as it is…
read moreDog-Friendly Beaches in the New Forest
While the New Forest might be most well-known for its vast woodland walks and wild roaming ponies, it also has a 40-mile-long coastline, perfect for…
read moreThe Best Dog-Friendly Pubs in the New Forest
The New Forest boasts a wealth of dog-friendly spots, perfect for off-leash adventures. And when you’ve worked up an appetite exploring woodland trails, open heathland…
read moreRomantic New Forest Walks
With picture-perfect scenery and tranquillity at every turn, the New Forest is a stunning place to visit with your significant other.
read moreIs the New Forest Dog Friendly?
Yes, the New Forest is very dog-friendly! However, there are a few guidelines you need to be aware of when visiting the area with your…
read moreA Dog Friendly Guide to the New Forest
Discover all the New Forest’s best dog-friendly walks, beaches & places to eat. With ancient woodland & stretches of coastline to roam, there are loads…
read moreLocal pub guide: drinks, fires and fodder.
Here’s our (very short) guide for pubs in the South of the New Forest: The Angel and Blue Pig on Lymington High Street. Ancient,…
read moreWalking in the New Forest
The 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 moreThe Gun Inn, Keyhaven
This cosy Fisherman’s bar has undergone a total refurbishment using reclaimed oak panelling and floors with quality antique furniture. There is a large garden…
read moreHistoric Houses around the South Coast
The New Forest, and surrounding area, is dotted by a number of historic buildings that are well worth a day-trip or visit during your escape!…
read moreExbury Gardens. 200 acres of woodland garden magic.
Exbury is a private house and gardens a few miles east of Beaulieu. The owners are part of the Rothschild family. Many of them it…
read moreBeaches in the New Forest
Discover the wonders of the New Forest’s lovely coastline with our top beaches to visit, offering everything from sandy shores & vibrant beach huts to…
read more“The New Forest is like Narnia” says Mark Kermode
BBC and Observer film critic Mark Kermode talks about how diverse the New Forest is.
read moreOur Guide to Getting Lost and Enjoying It
Getting lost is an art form we try to avoid most of our lives. Lost, we are taught, is something to fear and dread. Lost…
read moreThe Rope Swingers Secret Guide to the New Forest
Love 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…
read moreDiscovering Hurst Castle and a fabulous coastal walk.
he Spit divides the choppy Solent waters and creates a calm lagoon which is an excellent site for paddle boarding trips, kayaking and quiet sailing.…
read moreThe Forest in the ‘Fall’. Leaf watching. When + where…
You 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…
read moreWalking? Detour to find famous trees who’ve escaped the chop!
The New Forest was once a Royal Hunting forest. It is one of the best places in England to find these ancient and giant trees.…
read moreForaging in Hampshire
Foraging for free and organic food is a real pleasure. It is Slow Living at its best. Wild food is all around us. Far more…
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