Unearthing history at Buckler’s Hard

Unearthing history at Buckler’s Hard

More of the remarkable history of Buckler’s Hard is set to be unearthed as the Maritime Archaeology Trust and local volunteers continue the work of surveying the historic village slipways and shipyard. A free exhibition in the dig tent by the slipways includes...
Equine flu warning for New Forest ponies

Equine flu warning for New Forest ponies

Horse riders and walkers in the New Forest are being urged to stay well clear of livestock amid the outbreak of equine flu. The illness has been reported in a number of New Forest ponies in the national park over recent weeks. Equine influenza, or horse flu, is not...
Rooting out invasive species

Rooting out invasive species

Walkers can help conserve the New Forest’s biodiversity during Invasive Species Week 2026 – 22-29 June – by recording non-native species such as rhododendron. The annual event aims to raise awareness of invasive non-native species and show how...
Brockenhurst set for new CrossCountry services

Brockenhurst set for new CrossCountry services

More long-distance train services are set to stop in the New Forest following an updated timetable from CrossCountry. The operator announced there would be new direct connections to Brockenhurst in its timetable changes which come into effect from 17 May. Travellers...
Police on the beat with solo walkers

Police on the beat with solo walkers

Hampshire Constabulary is continuing its series of walks in the New Forest aimed at people concerned about walking on their own. The force has teamed up with Forestry England for the Walking in Partnership Beat Surgeries. Posting on social media, New Forest Police...