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.
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Discover the world of New Forest commoning through the first-hand experiences of two Young Commoners. Join Jake Moore and Tom Hordle as they uncover the fascinating story of commoning in the New Forest, revealing how Commoners and their livestock play a vital role in shaping and preserving this stunning, cherished landscape. The ‘walk and talk’ … Continued
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Exbury Gardens is an RHS Partner Garden and, once again, this year RHS members can enjoy the gardens for free in March, June and September. Proof of RHS membership will be required on the day of your visit, so please ensure that you have your membership card with you. Please note that if you have … Continued
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Shake off the winter chill and join a lively Spring Quiz Night at the Lookout, packed with fun, friendly competition, and plenty of laughs. It’s the perfect chance to gather your favourite people, put your knowledge to the test, and enjoy a great evening out. Bring along a team of up to six players and … Continued
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With Wild New Forest Tours Set beneath big skies and alongside winding creeks of the Lymington-Keyhaven Marshes, we’ll explore this rich coastal landscape while learning how to tell duck species apart, recognise different behaviours, and understand what draws so many birds here throughout the year. As well as enjoying the birds themselves, we’ll look at … Continued
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Led by experienced local wildlife experts, this gentle 2–3 km walk is the perfect introduction to the New Forest National Park. Join Wild New Forest on the Wild Wilverley Walk, a guided journey through a special part of the Forest, where you’ll explore beautiful landscapes and have the chance to encounter ponies, deer, and a … Continued
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Greener Brockenhurst hosts this fascinating talk with Presenter: Dr Shaun Russell Join an illustrated public talk on the impacts of climate change on British wildlife over the past 200 years, and the importance of amateur ‘nature diaries’ in charting these changes. A recently-discovered 68-year diary kept by a relative of Charles Darwin will be exhibited … Continued
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Greening Ringwood invites you to Souper Saturday! Bring your own mug, and enjoy homemade soup and a roll or slice of bread for just £2. Where possible, soups are made from excess food from Ringwood Community Fridge. This event is part of the New Forest Awakening Festival running throughout March 2026.
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Celebrate our final day of the New Forest Awakening festival with a day that is noisy, fun, and full of life! We are opening up the farm for a high-energy family day where children can get up close to our most famous residents and learn what it’s really like to be a New Forest farmer. … Continued
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See exactly where your food comes from. Your morning starts with our famous Hungry Farmer Breakfast, featuring our own award-winning butchery produce. After breakfast, we’ll be joined by New Forest expert Andrew Parry Norton for a talk on local land management. Then, pull on your wellies for a guided tour of the Hockey’s Farm Loop. … Continued
