The Forest in the ‘Fall’. Leaf watching. When + where…
You don’t need to fly to New Hampshire to see the famous autumn or ‘fall’ foliage. Our wonderful New Forest puts on a great display every year too. It’s just…
read more“The New Forest is like Narnia” says Mark Kermode
BBC and Observer film critic Mark Kermode is my new favourite guy. Here he talks about how diverse it is and why it makes such a great location for filming.…
read moreSteve Elson, Photographer-about-town and Lymington’s famous Postie.
We spotted Postman Steve on a Lymington Facebook group back in 2016 and quietly noted and followed his photographic work. During the summer in 2018 when he posted some particularly…
read moreCycling in the New Forest
Many parts of the forest, hidden to the motorist, are easily accessible by bicycle on designated gravel tracks. Once you get into the open forest, there are family friendly, safe…
read moreMatt Rosevare, our young wildlife photographer in residence….
One day earlier in the summer of 2018, I was out walking on Tanners Lane Beach. I spotted two chaps with a large camera photographing the water reflection on the…
read moreThe Rope Swingers Secret Guide to the New Forest
Love to swing? Then this is a post for you. Here’s our (not so) secret guide to the best rope swings in the forest. This is a place with plenty of trees,…
read moreWhat to do with the kids? Our full download….
This blog is written to help busy families choose what to do locally. The first 7 activities are all free; Rope Swing Guide, Swallows and Amazons days out on Tanners…
read moreJason Crane. Castle keeper, mechanic, adventurer…
Lighthouse keeper, castle custodian, fisherman, boat mechanic, serial business-starter, dad (and occasional but obsessive skier) Jason Crane is a pin up for the good life by the sea. I asked…
read moreRomantic New Forest Walks.
Want some time away with your partner? Here’s our guide to the best romantic places and spaces. The coastal path is a fantastic route. You’ll find views of the Isle…
read moreLisa Morgan, Pop -up Farmshop guru. Keyhaven.
Lisa is famous for selling fresh meat and local produce straight from her farm, plus a host of specially selected local fish, cheese and other New Forest goodies. I have…
read moreJames Fry, Gin Master at The Cave Bar in Milford on Sea
Despite being half Spanish, I was born and bred in Lymington and have stayed all my life thanks to its wonderful scenery, incredible social scene and the best drinking holes…
read moreDiscovering Hurst Castle and a fabulous coastal walk.
A boat trip out to a massive castle, a secret (very good) cafe, and a great walk back home. There are masses of dark passages to explore, strange crevices and…
read morePeppa Pig and Paultons Theme Park. Our visiting tips and guide.
Visiting Peppa Pig World and recovering afterwards… it’s no longer something to dread… Driving to the New Forest from London or the east. Then you’ll pass this lovely family theme…
read moreOur guide to organising your stay…
Here is our guide to all the best bits of the area and all our favourite providers. If you have any questions, just ask us. Places for special meals… If…
read moreFood lovers guide to the New Forest…
1. For a cool ‘at home in the country’ atmosphere – The Courtyard at The Pig Hotel in Brockenhurst. With its traditional entrance hall, greenhouse dining room, bar, drawing room…
read moreClare SH, Interior Designer + shop owner of No64 Milford on Sea
Having travelled around the world as an interior designer and stylist, Clare has always found her biggest inspiration and influence comes from growing up and living in the New Forest.…
read moreExploring the National Park coast on our favourite wild beach…
The New Forest National Park coast has miles of beautiful and protected shoreline. Wild ponies and cattle live on much of it in. It’s well worth exploring for some beach-y downtime.…
read moreDriving to the forest? The best spots for a great lunch.
Want some lunch ideas on your way to and fro from the forest? We’ve done some homework for you and even organised some lovely freebies for you too. Here’s our list:…
read moreWeddings at Gins Barn: boats, brides, a big barn and a bison.
Need some inspiration for a New Forest wedding? Need a reception location near Beaulieu Abbey? Whilst it’s not like us to brag, we had to on this occasion. In May…
read moreThe ‘time warp train’ London Waterloo 1hr 48mins.
Decompression needed? Take the time-warp train to Lymington Pier Waterloo Station to Lymington Pier Station (1 hr and 50 mins) is my favourite British train journey, writes Rachel Parsons, owner…
read moreSwallows and Amazons? Really wild days for exploring families.
Swallows and Amazons doesn’t just have to be a wonderful book of our past. It is possible to live those water-y, exploring, wild-swimming, tree climbing summers? Here’s our guide for…
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