Visit the New Forest | National Park | Official Tourism Board
The official tourism website for the New Forest. Wild horses won’t be able to drag you away from the New Forest once you’ve experienced its peace and fallen in love with the forest’s idyllic glades, ancient woodland, open moors, heathland and cliff top walks.
New Forest Visitor Tourist Information
When visiting the New Forest there are numerous Visitor Information Panels around the area, along with various Local Information Points which can provide really useful information to help you enjoy your time and make the most out of being in our …
Things to Do in the New Forest | Activities & Attractions
Walking is a top activity here in the New Forest, from a simple stroll through the trees to a long-distance hike encompassing our stunning landscapes, quaint towns and villages and beautiful coastline. There are over 140 miles worth of walking paths in our magical National Park. For more exhilarating activities, explore the forest on horseback, …
Explore the New Forest and Hampshire
The special heritage of the New Forest is one of the many reasons why people come to visit us. The sense of history in the New Forest remains strong and the ancient system established by William The Conqueror to protect and manage the woodlands and wilderness heaths is still very much in place today through the efforts of our Verderers, Agisters and Commoners.
New Forest Blog | Top things to do and see
Crisp mornings and cosy evenings, step into a Narnia-like world on a trip to the New Forest this December. With plenty of festive fun to be had, plus some amazing opportunities to try out some of our New Forest fare, check out the top things to do this December here in the New Forest.
New Forest Guided Tours - Visit the New Forest
Take a tour through the New Forest and discover our unique wildlife and nature, including our famous free-roaming ponies, stunning floral landscapes and ancient woodlands.Explore our quaint towns and villages and fantastic historic sites! Guided Walks and Tours There is really no better way to explore the depths of the beautiful New Forest than on foot.
The New Forest’s fascinating culture and heritage
Oct 21, 2024 · The New Forest, with its ancient woodlands, wildlife-filled heathlands and timeless charm, is a place where nature and history intertwine seamlessly.First established as a royal hunting ground by William the Conqueror in 1079, this special destination has preserved much of its heritage and culture.From age-old traditions and rural working life, to myths and legends from years gone by, the New ...
New Forest Heritage and Culture
The New Forest's myths and legends. The New Forest is a land shrouded in myths and legends that have been whispered through the centuries. From ghostly tales of haunted woods to stories of dragons, witches, and hidden treasure, the forest’s ancient trees and misty landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for folklore to flourish.
New Forest Wildlife, Free Roaming Animals & Nature Reserves
Take a walk through the New Forest and it probably won’t be long until you come across some of our New Forest ponies - approximately 5,000 ponies roam freely within our National Park. You will often also come across donkeys, although these are in lesser numbers than the ponies at around 200!You’ll most likely see some of our cattle too, from big ones to fluffy ones, they're hard to miss!
FAQs - the New Forest
The New Forest is famous for being William the Conqueror’s ‘new hunting forest’ and the place where King William II is said to have been fatally wounded and died due to an arrow being shot at him in 1100AD by Sir Walter Tyrrell.