Help care for the Forest - extreme heat warning, fires and BBQs banned.

Keep your distance from the animals and don't feed or pet them - you may be fined.

New Forest pony colouring

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Visitors are advised not to feed ponies or other forest animals because it is unhealthy for them and they may kick or bite. Feeding also encourages animals to gather near roadsides and car parks, increasing the risk of dangerous encounters and accidents. The message is presented by New Forest National Park alongside an illustration of ponies.

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Please do not feed ponies or other forest animals – it’s not good for them and they can kick and bite! It also attracts them to roadsides and car parks which can be dangerous.

Illustration of a pony and foal in the forest. New Forest National Park logo at the bottom right.