The National Park boasts 26 miles of lesser-known

Land management by farmers and landowners is crucial

The New Forest has the most extensive area

Around 1,000 ancient trees have been recorded in

The New Forest is a special and nationally-important

Heathland is probably the most iconic scenery of

Woodlands within the New Forest vary from the

In terms of national scarcity, the bogs and

Explore the Forest's past through this interactive timeline

As well as being world-renowned for its habitats

History Hits videos on some of the New

The New Forest is well known for its

Probably the most well-known fact about the New

The New Forest commoning community is a diverse

Commoning makes a positive contribution to the remarkable

In this section you can find out more

The New Forest is one of the most

The National Park has 75% of the valley

The New Forest contains many small rivers and

The New Forest is a hotbed of high

Welcome ... to the start of an important

The New Forest National Park is freely accessible

The National Park Authority recognises the many benefits

We support cycling in the National Park, whether

Since 2006 we have funded sustainability projects within

More than 95% of visitors to the New

The New Forest has a rich and varied

View the tiled Lidar map of the National

One of the main tools we have to

Few people realise the important role that the

The open landscape of the New Forest where

Feeding ponies causes serious issues in the New

Through the New Forest Land Advice Service (NFLAS),

Providing affordable housing for commoners has long been

Our Past, Our Future will deliver 21 projects

The Our Past, Our Future landscape partnership scheme

Landowners and managers are crucial in maintaining the

We are always looking for dedicated and passionate

Our vision is to be a global exemplar

'To do good you actually have to do

The term 'natural capital' is used to describe

With greater understanding about natural capital and the

There are 37 parishes and towns wholly or

A map of the National Park boundary (2

Alison Barnes Tel: 01590 646633 Chief Executive  

If your home is next to the Open

In the main the landowners are responsible for

The New Forest became a National Park in

The New Forest has a long and proud

Introduction The aim of the fund is to

You can apply for up to £200,000 from

This fund will help improve local countryside access

Volunteering is a great way to meet people,

Project Key activities NCS youth engagement volunteering As

Stunning scenery, changing seasons and historic culture make

If you see a problem which you think

The New Forest National Park offers outstanding learning

Explore this section of the website to find

The New Forest National Park is the ultimate

From winding rivers to expansive heathland, ancient woodland

About half the planning applications we receive are

This section explains the planning application process -

All planning application fees should be paid at

Before applying to carry out tree work it

What are material considerations? When reviewing your comments

Use these links for guidance on how to

Online: Go to view planning applications and complete at least one

To carry out work on trees protected by

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Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs) were introduced in the

If you wish to remove a hedgerow in

Lack of planning permission for building works or

After you contact us we will investigate whether

Suspected breaches of planning control should be reported

There are 20 conservation areas in the New

We advise on all aspects of the historic

Policies referring to building design are contained in

From traditional thatched cottages to historic houses and

The planning system is a vital tool in

The New Forest National Park Design Guide Supplementary

National planning policy confirms that authorities may prepare

National Planning Policy In March 2012, the Government

Browse the New Forest's best walking routes in

We've created a number of routes around the

Dog walking is very popular in the New

The 2018 New Forest Walking Festival will run

For some of the best cycling routes in

If you’re looking for cycle hire in the

The New Forest is a beautiful place enjoyed

PEDALL provides inclusive cycling sessions for people who need

Explore the colourful military history of the New

Pack your bucket and spade and let’s head

Discover Lyndhurst’s rich heritage, amazing natural beauty and

Take the family on a wildlife adventure in

The New Forest is a wildlife-rich landscape covering

A Date With Nature in the New Forest

Horses and ponies are central to the cultural

Enjoy grandstand views of the National Park from

Swap screen time for wild time in the

Houses and Gardens Visit the countryside museum and

Museums and galleries Spend an action-packed day at Beaulieu featuring

There are a wide range of campsites within

From holiday cottages ideal for walking and cycling,

Hotel stays are very popular with visitors to

From family homes to lovely old farmhouses or

Let the train take the strain and enjoy

The New Forest National Park is well-served by

You don’t need a car to see the

The New Forest is a beautiful place, full

These New Forest Marque member restaurants and tea

Nestled among the ancient woodlands and smallholdings of

These New Forest Marque member hotels and inns

These New Forest Marque member Bed and Breakfasts

Please help ground nesting birds If you’re out

The New Forest is well-known for its roaming

The New Forest's unspoilt natural beauty is one

The New Forest is a great place for