March is National Bed Month! Created by the Sleep Council and the Sleep Charity in July 2020, National Bed Month promotes a better night’s sleep. If you are planning a holiday, getting a good night’s sleep should definitely be on the tick list when choosing where to stay. New Forest Cottages have over 180 properties […]
Easter is on its way, which means it’ll soon be time for us to get hopping down the bunny trail in search of fun and family-friendly events. The New Forest National Park and the adjacent beautiful beaches and coastline is a fantastic destination for an Easter holiday. If you haven’t booked a break away yet, […]
If you’re thinking of a last-minute dash for a break away from home this half term, there are some great New Forest cottages that you and the kids will love that are still available – if you’re quick! Bring the family down to the New Forest National Park this half term to let off steam, […]
With airport queues, the possibility of strikes and too many ‘ifs’ and ‘buts’, holidaying at home in the UK continues to be a popular choice. But larger holiday properties that can accommodate groups of friends, big families and grandparents are getting harder to find. It’s wise to book as early as you can, especially around […]
Love is most definitely in the air on 14th February, and there’s nowhere better to be than the New Forest when cupid and her bow comes around. Nothing says romance like walks through frosty dappled woods in hazy sunshine, long lunches in a gastro pub by a roaring log fire, or sea-salty walks along the […]
If you’re vegan, are taking part in Veganuary this year, or just interested in exploring vegan-friendly eating in the New Forest, this blog is just for you. Over half a million of us take part in Veganuary. The 30-day ‘challenge’ takes place each January to entice meat eaters and buyers of animal products to move […]
We declare it’s officially time to get excited about Christmas! If you are still pondering ‘shall we go away?’, we would say (obviously) a resounding yes – take a break, relax, and have some fun. But herein lies the quandary of where to go. Have a look at Lymington in the New Forest. It is […]
As Christmas approaches, you may be thinking about where to take a festive break. Look no further, because the New Forest is just the ticket and provides a beautiful wintery landscape. Think puffing chimney pots from tiny, thatched cottages and old country pubs with roaring log fires. Take walks over frosty heathlands with thousands of free-roaming ponies […]
The New Forest is always a sure hit for outstanding autumn colour, boasting the highest concentration of ancient trees in Western Europe. What’s more, it’s relatively flat, with only a few gently rolling hills, so great for families and those who prefer strolls rather than full-on hikes. Walks and What to See: The Knightwood Oak […]
You know autumn and winter are on their way when you can feel that little nip in the air and the sun hides up a tad too early. But those crisp blue skies and fuggy morning mists are perfect for a short break away for woodland walks and days exploring the coastal paths that border […]