In the not too distant past, holidays used to be a tricky time for many dog owners. According to a recent survey, 36% of us spent our holiday fretting about our pooches not being with us. Were they OK? Did they like boarding? Is my friend looking after them properly? We missed them and what’s […]
We all long to discover outstanding little gems by the sea. Watch the waves tumble in and laugh at seagulls chatting in squawky banter. The New Forest is lucky to be able to offer both a countryside and forest retreat with the coast on your doorstep. Seashore walks on stormy winter days are just as […]
Shallows Lodge is in the south of the forest, surrounded by dappled woods, birdsong and countryside, yet only five miles from the coast. Very much the epitome of an English country holiday cottage – with the option of days swimming and sunbathing in your very own beach hut. Shallows Lodge is the recently […]
Summer in the New Forest is truly wonderful, fauna is in full bloom, ponies, donkeys and wildlife are pootling around the villages and the New Forest Ice cream van becomes a popular pit stop. Yet many people forget that this national park also has 40 miles of coastline. To celebrate the abundant feast from our […]
There are some wonderful National Trust properties surrounding the New Forest. Below are some ideas for a morning or afternoon jaunt, others are a little further, but all within an hour or so’s drive. New Forest Northern Commons Whilst the National Park Authority run most of the New Forest, pockets of land belong to […]
Flawlessly linking the New Forest’s ancient woodlands to the sea and Isle of Wight, is the elegant, Georgian market town of Lymington. This active marine town is famous for its sailing and you’ll notice plenty of sailors donned in appropriate gear strolling around the town. 1. Sailing There are two large marinas in Lymington – […]
Cycling and outdoor activities are the best ways to explore the New Forest. For cyclists, the New Forest is well catered for with over 100 miles of designated cycles routes throughout the national park’s 220 square miles. Keep an eye out for cycling events throughout the year. One of the most popular on the summer […]
You’ll find enchanting Walnut Cottage in the blissfully secluded and cutely named village of Tiptoe, in the south of the New Forest. The white-washed exterior walls conceal stylish and attractive interiors, with each room exuding oodles of country cottage character. There’s so much to love about this gorgeous, light-filled cottage, which dates back 500 years […]
The Solent Way is a beautiful 60 mile walk, split into 8 distinct sections through Hampshire countryside and coastline. Each section provides an opportunity for a full day walk with options to stop and explore attractions, wildlife, heritage sites and amazing scenery. There are plenty of opportunities for pit stops for a picnic, or pop […]
With Brexit and the triggering of article 50 in the news, comes the uncertainty of how little your pound will stretch whilst on holiday in Europe. If you’d prefer to stay away from the confusion of Brexit and know how much your total holiday will cost, take a break in the UK this year, and […]