by New Forest Walks | Dec 16, 2025 | Features
Even for seasoned walkers, many of the New Forest’s historical sites and local landmarks can be easily passed by without noticing – sometimes they are literally under your feet. Now, thanks to Jodi Longyear’s guidebooks, you can find the hidden history,...
by New Forest Walks | Nov 12, 2024 | Features
With clear frosty days, crimson sunsets – and the occasional snowfall – the New Forest can amaze and inspire, even in the depths of winter. Pack some turkey sandwiches, mince pies and a flask of coffee and blow away the winter blues while you explore the forest...
by New Forest Walks | 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 | Jul 22, 2025 | Features
Nine hundred and twenty five years ago this August, one of the most significant historical events in medieval England took place place among the trees of the New Forest. King William II – known as Rufus – was killed while hunting in the forest on 2 August...
by New Forest Walks | Mar 10, 2025 | Features
The peace and tranquility of the New Forest was shattered during World War Two. With a strategically-important location on the south coast, the forest was to play a vital role in the preparations for D-Day in June 1944. More than 80 years on, it is still possible to...
by New Forest Walks | Feb 9, 2026 | Features
A walk in the New Forest is the chance to fall in love all over again beneath the branches of ancient oaks and beech trees. Here’s a few suggestions for savouring time together in the fresh air with romantic strolls in the forest this Valentine’s...
