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Rare wildlife discovered at New Forest BioBlitz
Published on Monday 10 June 2013 in Habitats & wildlife news
Rare species of moth, bat and plant were discovered in the New Forest National Park during a 24-hour census of wildlife.
Love Your National Parks celebration launched
Published on Monday 10 June 2013 in Visiting news
Celebrating National Parks which bring us health, wealth and happiness
Second annual UK National Parks Volunteer Awards launched
Published on Friday 7 June 2013 in Get involved news
UK National Parks seeks nominees for second annual volunteer awards
Linford Park planning application update
Published on Friday 7 June 2013 in View applications news
Linford Park planning application withdrawn
Crucial habitats for birds and bees created at farm
Published on Tuesday 4 June 2013 in Habitats & wildlife news
Crucial habitats for birds and bees are being created at a dairy farm in the New Forest as hedgerows are restored and field borders rich with pollen and nectar are planted.
Views sought on the distinctive character of two New Forest villages
Published on Tuesday 4 June 2013 in Planning policy news
Local people have come together to produce design guidelines which will help to conserve the character of their villages in the New Forest National Park.
Nature detectives to hunt for rare singing insect at New Forest BioBlitz
Published on Thursday 30 May 2013 in Things to do news
Nature detectives are poised for a 24 hour dash to record wildlife in the New Forest, including using smartphones to discover whether a rare singing insect still lives in the area.
National Parks photo competition winner named
Published on Thursday 23 May 2013 in Learning about news
Adventurer Ben Fogle names winner of UK National Parks 'Actively Yours' photo competition
Valuing England's National Parks
Published on Thursday 23 May 2013 in Caring for news
Our most beautiful landscapes are living, working places where beauty drives the economy.
Watch the New Forest National Park on ITV tonight
Published on Tuesday 21 May 2013 in Learning about news
The natural beauty and special qualities of the New Forest National Park will be showcased in an ITV documentary tonight with Caroline Quentin.
Pupils put best foot forward for Walk to School Week
Published on Monday 20 May 2013 in Travel news
Thousands of school children in the New Forest are getting out of the car and stretching their legs for Walk to School Week.
Teaching future generations about litter
Published on Wednesday 15 May 2013 in Schools & groups news
Over 16,000 pupils have learnt about the damaging effects of litter on the New Forest during the last five years.
Excitement in the New Forest as goshawk chicks hatch
Published on Monday 13 May 2013 in Visiting news
There’s excitement in the air across the New Forest thanks to the arrival of two special chicks.
Multicultural Forest exhibition at the New Forest Centre
Published on Wednesday 8 May 2013 in What's on news
Stunning landscapes, beautiful views and an abundance of wildlife are just some of the many things people love when they visit the New Forest.
More time for discussions on unique New Forest landscape
Published on Friday 3 May 2013 in Our work news
People interested in preserving the character of the New Forest now have more time to give their feedback on the New Forest National Park Authority’s draft Landscape Action Plan.
Record number of visitors for World War II exhibition
Published on Friday 3 May 2013 in History & culture news
A record number of people visited a World War II exhibition which shed new light on the New Forest’s pivotal role during the war.
Even wildlife has trouble on the property ladder
Published on Thursday 2 May 2013 in Things to do news
Choosing your new home to raise a family is always a big decision, and it seems it was no different for a pair of goshawks in the New Forest.
New Forest Open Art competition
Published on Wednesday 1 May 2013 in Things to do news
The New Forest is world-renowned for its stunning landscape, picture postcard views and magnificent wildlife.
National Park staff take on Commuter Challenge
Published on Wednesday 1 May 2013 in Travel news
Staff at the New Forest National Park Authority are leaving their cars at home and travelling to work by walking, cycling and catching a train.
ITV series to feature New Forest National Park
Published on Tuesday 30 April 2013 in Learning about news
The New Forest National Park will be featured as part of a new ITV series with actress Caroline Quentin to celebrate the country’s National Parks.
New train station nameplates greet passengers to the New Forest National Park
Published on Tuesday 23 April 2013 in Visiting news
New nameplates have been put up at rail stations to greet train passengers arriving at New Forest National Park gateway stations.
Statement re the New Forest Spring Sportive cycling event
Published on Tuesday 16 April 2013 in Living in news
The New Forest National Park Authority is greatly concerned by reports of the activities of a minority of people who set out to disrupt this weekend’s cycling event. This is now a police matter.
Update - unexplained dog deaths
Published on Wednesday 10 April 2013 in Visiting news
Forest organisations are treating the incidents of dogs falling ill and dying after walking in areas of the New Forest very seriously.
Secretary of State appoints three new National Park Authority members
Published on Thursday 4 April 2013 in About us news
Three new members have been appointed to the New Forest National Park Authority by Owen Paterson, the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
New Forest households try wood fuel to escape rising fuel costs
Published on Thursday 4 April 2013 in Habitats & wildlife news
As fuel costs rise, a small but growing band of New Forest residents who want cheaper, cleaner energy are increasingly looking at wood fuel boilers instead of fossil fuels and the national grid.
New Forest National Park Authority's position on cycle events
Published on Wednesday 3 April 2013 in Caring for news
The New Forest National Park Authority has confirmed its position on cycling in view of comments received from local residents and event organisers.
Your views can help shape the New Forest landscape
Published on Tuesday 2 April 2013 in Building conservation news
The landscape of the New Forest National Park is a mosaic of ancient and ornamental woodland, heaths, rivers and historic villages; it is also the most densely populated national park in England.
Veteran pilot and singer launch World War II exhibition
Published on Tuesday 26 March 2013 in Caring for news
A veteran pilot and a singer who entertained the troops during World War II have helped launch a special exhibition, shedding new light on the New Forest’s pivotal role during the war.
Views sought on preserving the character of Ashurst and Colbury villages
Published on Monday 25 March 2013 in Building design news
Links to 13th century monks and a speech from a future prime minister at the railway station are part of the fascinating village facts unearthed by Ashurst and Colbury residents in the New Forest
Look after your bike and yourself on the road
Published on Friday 22 March 2013 in Things to do news
With the warmer Spring weather, many people will be enjoying a day out cycling in the New Forest.
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