by New Forest Walks | Sep 6, 2025 | Features
Of all the seasons, autumn is arguably the most spectacular in the New Forest woodlands. The summer’s lush green canopy gradually turns to dazzling shades of gold, orange, brown and red. The trees prepare to shut down for winter, but not before one of...
by stephen1 | Oct 16, 2025 | Features
The New Forest is steeped in history and folklore – with stories of haunted houses, ghostly sightings and witchcraft. This Halloween, take a walk in the forest to discover some of the legends and creepy tales that have been passed down through generations....
by New Forest Walks | Sep 15, 2025 | Features, News
Every autumn the sound of gentle snuffling comes from the undergrowth in the The New Forest. Pannage season sees Commoners turn their pigs out on the open forest, exercising the Right of Mast which dates back to medieval times. The pigs happily eat acorns, beech nuts...
by stephen1 | Oct 7, 2025 | Features
Parking charges are set to be introduced in the New Forest in 2026, Forestry England (FE) has announced. FE said caring for the New Forest has become increasingly expensive. This includes the price of materials needed to repair and maintain car parks which have...
by Deborah Stafford | Oct 4, 2025 | Features
Take a walk through Lyndhurst next weekend and you’ll come across some rather odd-looking, straw-stuffed characters. The village’s much-loved Scarecrow Trail returns on 11-12 October. Now in its fifth year, the community event has become a firm fixture in...
by stephen1 | Jun 23, 2025 | Features
The New Forest is beautiful in the summer sunshine – the purple heather on heathlands, and the mighty oak and beech trees in the woodlands, all look particularly stunning under clear blue skies. When temperatures soar, it’s important to enjoy your walk safely....
