Voted No.1 National Park in Europe in the 2022 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards for Destinations! As well as top National Park in Europe, the New Forest also came 10th in the world, ahead of global big hitters including Banff National Park in Canada and the Grand Canyon National Park in the United States
The New Forest is rich with colours and can be enjoyed all year round, whether you're cycling through the trees on a summer's evening or crunching in the autumn leaves on a scenic stroll. The rare blend of open heathlands and ancient woodlands makes the New Forest a unique and very special place indeed.
The underlying features of these stunning landscapes have changed very little over the centuries. In fact, King William I would probably still recognise much of the forest as the same place he hunted wild deer and boar in days gone by.
Keep an eye out for the ponies, deer, cattle and other beautiful animals that love to roam this area. In September we even have pigs in the New Forest! Known here as Pannage, a tradition where pigs freely roam to eat the fallen acorns.
Between June and September, the New Forest Tour even stops at both Lytton Lawn Touring Park and Shorefield Country Park, giving you an open top tour through our stunning forest landscapes.
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From theme parks to relaxing walks along stunning coastlines, there's plenty to keep you busy when you experience a New Forest holiday.
Whether you seek a heart-racing horse ride or a leisurely stroll, there is something for everyone. On land, the forest offers a vast range of paths and scenic landscapes for walking, running, cycling, horse riding and even peaceful vistas to take a rest from it all.
With access to both inland and coastal waters, the New Forest also offers a wealth of water sports, including sailing, windsurfing and kayaking.
Read more HideThese little towns have rich histories, such as Lyndhurst, where William the Conqueror established his hunting grounds; Burley, where dragons and witches were fought; and Brockenhurst, home of the New Forest show and famous for its excellent transport links into the forest.
Shorefield Country Park and Lytton Lawn Touring Park are both near to the seaside towns of Lymington and Milford on Sea, where you can enjoy some of the finest food and most spectacular views in in the New Forest.
Read more HideWith over 40 miles of coast and 140 miles of tracks, there are plenty of fantastic walks and cycling routes to be enjoyed. Not only this, but there are plenty of walking and cycling events that take place annually, meaning you can enjoy the forest all year round.
Breathe a breath of fresh air and enjoy walking or cycling in safety along the off-road tracks and throughout the rolling countryside landscapes. Take your time and enjoy the views, or meet our free-roaming animals at your own leisure.
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