Wildfire warning following dry weather

Wildfire warning following dry weather

A warning about wildfires in rural areas, including the New Forest, has been issued by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (HIWFRS). With an Amber Wildfire Alert in place throughout most of England and Wales at the start of May, a HIWFRS statement said...
Where to find bluebells in the New Forest

Where to find bluebells in the New Forest

A shimmering carpet of bluebells is a sure sign that spring has arrived and the New Forest’s shady woodlands are wonderful places to witness this natural wonder. Bluebells usually flower throughout mid-April to late May – they flower early to benefit from...
Great walks are only a train ride away

Great walks are only a train ride away

Guest author,  Kieran Seale, explains how the new Railwalks.co.uk website is getting people walking, with the help of Britain’s rail network. I have always enjoyed walking in the countryside.  So when Covid hit and I realised how much it meant to...
New Forest Tour bus walks

New Forest Tour bus walks

The New Forest Tour is celebrating 20 years on the road this summer.  The seasonal open-top bus began operating in 2004 on a circuit through Lyndhurst, Brockenhurst, Lymington and Beaulieu. Since then more than 500,000 passengers have enjoyed tree-top views of...
New Forest Walking Festival 2024

New Forest Walking Festival 2024

The popular New Forest Walking Festival is set to return this autumn.   This year the festival runs for two weeks from Saturday 19 October to Sunday 3 November, with plenty of expert-guided walks for all interests and abilities, covering topics such as wildlife,...