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.
New
Forest Hotels
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An
Introduction To The New Forest
A
Brief History Of The New Forest
Interesting
Facts About The New Forest
Getting
To The New Forest & Travelling
Around
Places & Towns To See In The New Forest:
Lyndhurst
Ringwood
& Burley
Beaulieu
& Neighbouring Places
Lymington
& New Milton
Day
Trips From The New Forest
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