by New Forest Walks | Jun 12, 2023 | Features, Information
A walk in the New Forest can take you through a patchwork of landscapes and habitats. The national park is Europe’s largest area of lowland heath and boasts 30,000 acres of woodland. There are special moments of tranquility to savour in ancient woodland, in...
by stephen1 | Aug 12, 2026 | Features
Heathlands gradually turning vivid shades of purple and pink is one of the seasonal delights of the New Forest. The late summer display of heather is a colourful backdrop to walks across the forest. On paths flanked with waves of heather, you can savour the floral...
by New Forest Walks | Apr 6, 2026 | Features, Information
The New Forest Breezer bus service links Southampton, Totton and Lymington through the New Forest villages of Ashurst, Lyndhurst and Brockenhurst. The New Forest Breezer 86, replaces the Bluestar 6 service. The X1/X2 service linking Bournemouth and Lymington has been...
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 ancient woodlands, all look particularly stunning under clear blue skies. When temperatures soar, it’s important to enjoy the...
by New Forest Walks | Jun 4, 2026 | Features
Guest authors Nick and Michelle Harris of Camper Charter in Romsey on how a campervan can provide the freedom to travel between some of the New Forest’s best walking locations. The New Forest is one of those rare places that rewards slow travel and exploration....
by stephen1 | Jan 8, 2026 | Features
Whether its New Year, or anytime during the year, making a resolution to get out and walk more is always going to benefit your physical and mental health. NHS advice is that even a brisk 10-minute daily walk has lots of health benefits and counts towards your...
