Guided and organised walks in the New Forest
While the New Forest is relatively easy to explore, sometimes having an expert guide on hand can reveal more about your surroundings and the fascinating stories and history of the forest. The following groups and organisations offer a variety of bespoke or organised...
Top 10 most popular New Forest walks of 2023
As 2023 draws to a close, we’ve compiled the top 10 most popular walks in the New Forest over the past year, based on page visits on NewForestWalks.co.uk. 1. Lyndhurst – Brockenhurst loop Our most popular route is a great walk connecting two of the main...
Buckler’s Hard riverside path reopens
The popular footpath from Buckler’s Hard to Beaulieu, alongside the Beaulieu River, has reopened to walkers after two years. It means there are now two riverside loops for walkers to enjoy the tranquility and stunning birdlife on the Beaulieu River. The riverside walk...
On the trail of the New Forest Unicorn
A new children’s book, inspired by the New Forest’s iconic ponies, makes for an original way to explore the national park. New Forest resident Carole Smith came up with the idea for Have You Seen The New Forest Unicorn? during the Covid pandemic lockdowns....
New rules come into force in New Forest
This summer, residents and visitors are being encouraged to make sure they know about new measures in the New Forest. The district council has introduced two new Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs), supported by Forestry England, the New Forest National Park...
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Light Footprints: How to help protect the New Forest.
The New Forest welcomes millions of visitors each year to enjoy the stunning landscapes, tranquility and wildlife. However, with them comes pressure on the delicate ecosystems, wildlife and landscapes which make the New Forest so special and internationally renowned....
History walks in the New Forest
The way New Forest looks today is largely down to its unique history – how it has been ruled, worked and lived in over centuries. Telltale signs of that history can be spotted on many popular walking routes. A royal hunting ground When The New Forest – or...