Author: Josh Taylor
Riders invited to join cycling celebration and add to 10,000km for £10k fundraiser for New Forest inclusive cycling charity
By Josh Taylor
New Forest inclusive cycling charity PEDALL’s summer of fundraising reaches its peak this month with all invited to celebrate cycling at Pass the PEDALL. Riders of all ages and abilities are invited to New Park Showground, Brockenhurst, on Saturday 26 September to take part in the event – now in its third year. PEDALL aims … Continued
More than one thousand inspired to take climate action at nature-themed festivals in Southampton and the New Forest
By Josh Taylor
Communities were brought together for a week of events across Southampton and a one-day festival in Ringwood celebrating the wildlife on our doorsteps. More than 500 people attended last weekend’s New Forest Thrive festival (4 July) at Carvers Recreation Ground in Ringwood. The festival was full of performances, including acrobatic storytelling from ‘Joli Vyann’, drumming … Continued
New Forest nature scheme supports dozens into green careers
By Josh Taylor
Nearly 30 interns on a groundbreaking nature scheme in the New Forest have gone on to work or volunteer in the environment sector. Since September 2023, the Countryside Education Trust (CET), in Beaulieu, has provided 27 internship opportunities for young people aged 16-25. The aim was to create options for young people and career changers … Continued
Take a walk on the wild side with a week of events celebrating Southampton’s nature
By Josh Taylor
Urban Wild festival returns this month with a packed schedule of events celebrating Southampton’s environment and community connections to nature in the city. The week-long festival takes place across Southampton from 23 to 31 May and encourages families and people of all ages to connect with nature on their doorsteps, through creative and sustainability-themed events. … Continued
Extension of New Forest protection rules approved by NFDC’s Cabinet
By Josh Taylor
New Forest District Council (NFDC) will extend two rules designed to help protect the New Forest, its wildlife and the safety of people who live in and visit the area. At their meeting on 1 April 2026, NFDC’s Cabinet agreed to extend the two PSPOs currently in force in the district. The two Public Spaces … Continued
How the New Forest National Park Authority is supporting the next generation of creatives
By Josh Taylor
Our New Forest Young Content Creators scheme is helping to break down barriers for young people in and around the National Park to talk about climate and nature. Young creatives aged 16-30 applied for funds of up to £150 to support them in producing digital, climate and nature-focused content on topics that they are passionate … Continued