Keep your distance from the animals and don't feed or pet them - you may be fined.
By HMakin
National Parks UK joint press release: National Park Authorities across the UK have agreed a new shared position on wildfire management, committing to stronger planning, partnership working and public engagement to help tackle the growing threat of wildfires. The new position statement, agreed through the UK National Parks Wildfire Group, comes as climate change increases … Continued
By HMakin
Issued by New Forest District Council on behalf of the partners involved in the recovery from the A31 Picket Post heathland fire. Local organisations involved in the response to the Picket Post heathland fire are working together on the longer-term recovery of the New Forest impacted areas, businesses and communities. The fire, which started on 9 August 2026, affected … Continued
By Ro Schneider
The last couple of weeks have been a challenging time for the New Forest community, however there is no doubt that in a crisis we see remarkable collaboration, courage and determination. We are truly amazed by and thankful to everyone involved! Whilst the recent fire was devastating, it affected an area of 1.6km squared. … Continued
By HMakin
The New Forest National Park Authority today welcomed the Government’s temporary ban on the sale of disposable BBQs. During the current major heathland wildfire in the National Park (although in this case caused by a vehicle) the Authority has joined partners in issuing wildfire safety messages. A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) was introduced in … Continued
