A useful checklist on what you need to prepare for a walk in the New Forest.
New Forest walking receives £200k boost
A grant from Active Travel England aims to improve walking, cycling and wheeling for residents and visitors.
Ghosts, witches and folklore – Halloween walks in the New Forest
Discover stories of haunted houses, ghostly sightings and witchcraft on a Halloween walk in the New Forest.
Autumn walks in the New Forest
As the forest gradually turns to dazzling shades of gold, red and brown, savour the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness.
Pannage season pigs in the New Forest
Pannage season sees pigs released onto the open forest as part of the timeless seasonal tradition.
Sometimes it’s not just the walk – it’s the people.
Guest writer Mark Darcy from New Forest Wellbeing CIC on how forest walks can help connect nature, community and mind.
New Forest Walking Festival 2026
A range of special themed guided walks during the annual New Forest Walking Festival.
Get set for Movement 26.2 walking rewards
How walking more could help you win rewards under a planned NHS scheme to get people exercising.
Lyndhurst’s Scarecrow Trail
How many scarecrows can you count on a walk around Lyndhurst’s annual trail?
Walks to see summer heather in the New Forest
Where to enjoy the late summer wonder of waves of pink and purple heather.