The New Forest boasts an impressive array of uncommon and special butterfly species. Being...
Things to do
Enjoy your time in the New Forest National Park while helping us care for this special place.
Things to do
Here's how to make the most of your visit while helping to care for this special place. As well as being a great place for walking and cycling, the National Park is also home to riding stables, golf courses, sites of historic interest and many places to enjoy a drink or meal out.Dog walking
Dog walking
Dog walking is very popular in the New...
New Forest Tour
New Forest Tour
Enjoy grandstand views of the National Park from...
Flavours of the New Forest
Flavours of the New Forest
Join the New Forest Marque and Stanwell House...
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Walking
Walking is a wonderful way to see the New Forest National Park close up.
Tall Trees Accessible Trail
Tall Trees Accessible Trail
A woodland walk for all seasons Stimulate your...
Sturt Pond Accessible Trail
Sturt Pond Accessible Trail
Sturt Pond is a tidal inlet and a...
Lyndhurst Accessible Trail
Lyndhurst Accessible Trail
Lyndhurst is often called the capital of the...
Knightwood Oak Accessible Trail
Knightwood Oak Accessible Trail
Starting from Knightwood Oak car park, this walk...
What's on
New Forest Walking Festival
The 2024 New Forest Walking Festival has drawn...
Cycling
PEDALL – New Forest Inclusive Cycling
PEDALL provides inclusive cycling sessions for people who need...
Cycling
Make the most of cycling in the New Forest by trying our cycle routes. The National Park has many quiet country lanes, perfect for cycling, as well as over 100 miles of way-marked cycle tracks across the Crown Lands of the Forest. It's easy to hop off a train and go for a cycle ride. Make sure you take care of yourself and the environment by following our New Forest Cycling Code.
Spotting wildlife
The New Forest is full of fascinating wildlife of all shapes and sizes. There are lots of places where you stand a chance of spotting some of the area's varied species. Please take great care not to disturb the wildlife and stick to main tracks where possible.
Spotting wildlife
Best places to spot wildlife
The New Forest is globally important for wildlife...
What's on
New Forest Reptile Centre
Come and experience 'A Date With Nature' at...
What's on
New Forest Walking Festival
The 2024 New Forest Walking Festival has drawn...
Family activities
Horse riding
Horses and ponies are central to the cultural...
Family activities
The National Park's open countryside, villages and coast provide the ideal opportunity to explore the great outdoors: go on a country hike, play Pooh-sticks over a steam, try out a couple of cycle tracks, or buy an ice cream. Plus there are many visitor attractions to explore.
History and culture
The New Forest is home to fascinating historical sites, houses, gardens, museums and art galleries for you to explore on a visit. Browse this section for maps of some of the most interesting places and learn something new about the Forest.
History and culture
Historic stories and songs
Sharing stories of past events, exploring myths, legends and folklore...
Walking
Historic routes
The historic walking routes can now be found...