The New Forest - An Introduction...

The New Forest, one of Britain's oldest medieval forests – is now tagged as an area of outstanding beauty, heritage and one of the United Kingdoms treasured National Parks. As you venture your way into the New Forest, it becomes very apparent that this beautiful place is unique on so many levels – from the way the wildlife peacefully interact with the locals and visitors to the delightful range of scenery and landscapes – which changes from season to season.

You’re in the New Forest – one of the must see natural sights of beauty on any visit or holiday to England. A visit or holiday within the New Forest can be special for multiple reasons. Small towns like Lyndhurst, Brockenhurst and Burley are a joy to explore, there are numerous forests, heaths and wildlife to explore in the vast spaces between villages and there are a number of additional attractions, theme parks, gardens and wildlife centres dotted in and about the park area.

The New Forest encompasses an area of 150 square miles, and within the space there are ancient woodlands, heathlands that are blanketed by gorse and age old valleys. 

As you explore, you’ll uncover picture perfect, quaint English villages – the type with narrow winding lanes and quaint little cafes and tea-shops, you’ll see horses, ponies, cows and many other animals and birds just frolicking in the landscape either side of you (and sometimes on the roads). You’ll also get the chance to take on some wonderful walks and treks that dissect rivers, streams and more. It’s why New Forest is one of the most wonderful natural places in Southern England, and why over seven million people come to visit every year.

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