Make a Chair in a Day

In the heart of the New Forest, come spend a relaxing day making a unique chair from coppiced hazel.

Using traditional tools, make a natural chair whilst learning about the history and renovation of the largest hazel coppice left within Crown land of the Forest. BBQ lunch and refreshments included.

As featured on Ch5 TV's 'Britain by Bike' with Larry & George Lamb.

Location: Pondhead Conservation Trust  Inclosure

Time: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Cost: £115

http://www.pondheadconservation.org.uk/products-courses/make-a-chair-in-a-day/

With Autumn and Pannage season here it is a great time to come see the turning of the leaves and the pigs roaming freely around the forest! We are running our largest Ex-Hire sale to date with a range of adult and children’s mountain bikes fully serviced and with new parts where needed. Come down and have a look for yourselves or call us to check out what we have to offer. Also if you need your bike serviced before you head out? Just £39 for standard service (excl. parts) and you can be on your way with peace of mind. Give us a call on 01425 403584 to enquire further

Ex-hire bikes!

We're turning over our fleet, so we currently have some great ex-rental stock for sale. To find out more, call us on 01590 624808 or contact us.

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This practical session will be lead by an Insight Activities tutor. The aim of the session is for the group, or sub-groups to build their own giant ‘catapult’ with the purpose of shooting projectiles at a ‘Castle’ themed target.

The group will be shown some suggested designs, construction and rope lashing techniques. Its then over to them to collectively decide on their design and construct their siege engine. Let the fun commence!

Available Monday – Friday, 12pm – 2.30pm

Our award winning Chef and kitchen team are celebrating the changing seasons with a NEW autumnal set lunch. Our new menu allows you to enjoy the best the New Forest has to offer for just that little bit less midweek lunchtimes. So why not savour a taste of the New Forest and join us in our picturesque country setting and enjoy time with family or friends in either our cosy bar, stunning light and airy garden room or our beautiful farmhouse restaurant.

The party they'll never forget...

With New Forest Activities you can be sure of a fantastic adventure for your child’s party. Every birthday party is special. From enquiry to end, we’ll make sure you have everything you need to create the perfect party.

Whether you’re looking to wear them out running around playing Battlefield LIVE, give them a unique experience paddling on the Beaulieu River, or to teach them a new skill they can be proud of that’ll put a smile on their face, there’s an activity to suit every party. You can choose from our extensive range of outdoor activities that are well suited to all different ages and abilities.

Plus, your party will be organised by one of our friendly team that will look after you from start to finish.

Duration: 2 - 2.5 hours

We operate from two rustic woodland locations. Our Archery ranges in Fordingbridge New Forest and Tolpuddle Dorset use professional quality bows, the same as those used in the Olympics! Our belief is that when introducing a beginner to archery you should offer the best equipment and coaching possible to help ensure success. We offer archery lessons and courses in the New Forest, Hampshire and in Tolpuddle, Dorset.

Our archery range is progressive and accommodates 14 people shooting on the line at any 1 time. We are very keen on keeping people fully active and shooting for the whole session time, no having to share your go. Increase distance, bow power, have a fun competition and shoot for balloons as your archery skills improve. Our archery range is run by a professional ArcheryGB coach.

Axe Throwing is an engaging and exciting woodland activity. Our Axes are custom made in the New Forest, beware of imitations! They are truly unique and have been featured on Channel 4, see if you can challenge ‘Freddie Flintoffs’ record. You’ll learn the proper technique – how to wield and ultimately throw the axe to hit a target. Connect with your inner warrior. Our axes have been custom designed and forged by a new forest blacksmith. A safe and fun activity in the new forest and Dorset for all aged 12+.

Join a 2.5 hour Battlefield LIVE combat game, where you’ll team up with others ready for some serious fun. In 2 teams you’ll enter the woodland to sneak, crawl, hide and outwit the enemy. High tech gaming guns keep score as you play an exciting range of games and scenarios.

Play at one of our 3 battlefields! Our Bailey’s Hard site in Beaulieu is open all year round however on Saturdays from May – September we move to our Bull’s Wood site near East Boldre. You can now experience our new Battlefield LIVE at Moors Valley too! Make sure you choose the site to suit you, or why not try all three?

What you'll get:

• 2.5-hours of combat games led by our friendly instructors
• Family-friendly sessions suitable for those aged 8+ years
• Safe, non-projectile, infra-red gaming guns
• A set of camo overalls to protect your clothes and make you look the part
• Join forces or go head-to-head in a selection of gaming scenarios

Why do it?

• Enjoy epic wins and create memories that'll last a lifetime
• Have fun with each other and other like-minded families
• Experience your favourite combat games such as capture the flag
• Enjoy the same excitement as paintball, without the pain!
• Play in a forest terrain with man-made and natural hide-outs

Fancy yourself as Daryl from the walking dead? We also offer rifle Crossbows for ages 12+, a modern take on traditional archery. Powerful magnified rifle scopes will help you shoot for a zombies head at 25m!

Come and meet Peppa Pig and George in Peppa Pig World! The cartoons most popular characters appear every day that the Park is open for photograph opportunities with their loving fans on the veranda in front of the school house.

Check the Paultons Park App on the day for accurate show times.

Watch your fingers!

Rory and Chewy are our newest arrivals at the Park - they are baby dinosaurs from the Lost Kingdom.They are very cute and love to meet guests along with the Lost Kingdom Rangers. You can find them around Lost Kingdom at various times throughout the day.

Seasonal, subject to weather.

Everyday there will be an incredible opportunity to meet our tame(ish) walking realistic dinosaurs at ALIVE - Dinosaur Encounter.

Looking for Bushcraft courses? Join New Forest Activities for a fantastic introduction to the world of Bushcraft, based in the heart of the New Forest National Park.

You’ll enjoy a full day at our woodland base learning fundamental bushcraft skills and practices. The day’s events will depend on weather conditions and the experience of the group, but will usually cover such things as fire lighting, shelter building, foraging, species identification and sharpes/knife work.

You’ll also get to prepare and cook a tasty vegetable stew for lunch; not before building the fire to cook it on of course!

You’ll have a brilliant time with us, learning new skills in a wonderful New Forest setting. Plus, we’ll equip you with all the knowledge that you’ll need so that you’re able to continue to practice and grow your skills after your day with us.

What's Included?

• A full day in the great outdoors, from 09:30 – 16:30
• Expert instruction from your bushcraft guide
• All equipment provided at our woodland base
• Lunch included, which you’ll prepare and cook over the fire
• Learn how you can continue to practice your skills after your day with us
• Coffee, tea and water top-ups available throughout the day
• Toilets available on-site

A fantastic experience for groups of adults looking for fun in the great outdoors. Our team will have you solving puzzles, stacking crates, swinging from the trees and even jumping from the leap of faith. Sessions vary in duration and cost depending on your objectives. You tell us what you’d like and we’ll deliver.

Price varies depending on event.

Groups can book sole use sessions of any of the Canoeing experiences we offer. We also provide longer trips and can tailor paddles for special interest groups. We can even offer trips on other Hampshire and Dorset Rivers, so let us know if your group want something special

1.30pm daily

See our family of meerkats at feeding time and learn all about their habitat in Little Africa.

1.30pm daily (during advertised opening dates). 

Horses and ponies are central to the cultural heritage of the New Forest. There is no better way to enjoy this special place and really to be part of it. Please contact one of the following to arrange a riding lesson or Forest ride.

Forest Rides and Riding Lessons

Arniss Equestrian

Godshill, Fordingbridge

www.arnissequestrian.co.uk

01425 654114

Bagnum Riding Stables

Bagnum, Ringwood

www.bagnumridingstables.co.uk

01425 476263

Burley Villa School of Riding

Wootton

www.burleyvilla.co.uk

01425 610278

Fir Tree Farm Equestrian Centre

Ogdens, Fordingbridge

www.firtreefarm.org.uk

01425 654744

Ford Farm Stables

Brockenhurst

www.fordfarmstables.co.uk

01590 623043/07503 507324

Eastmoors Riding School

Ringwood Road, St Leonards

www.eastmoorsridingschool.com

07904 902188

Forest Rides only

Brockenhurst Riding Stables

Rhinefield Road

Brockenhurst

07708 788609

4 Seasons Forest Rides

Ringwood

www.4seasonsforestrides.com/

07734 731804

Riding Lessons only

Flanders Farm Equestrian Centre

Hordle, Lymington

01590 682207

Manor Equestrian Centre

Ower

www.manorequestriancentre.com

07920 180672

New Forest Polo School

Sway

www.newforestpoloschool.co.uk

07770 840650

Carriage drives

Burley Wagon Rides

Burley

www.wagonrides.co.uk

07786 371843

Please note: the mention of an individual product, brand or company is for illustrative purposes only and should not be taken as either an endorsement or recommendation by the New Forest National Park Authority of that individual product, brand or company. You are advised to seek independent professional advice as to what might be appropriate for your individual circumstances.

This pop-up exhibition captures the moving, entertaining and often profound tales of people and places from the Waterside stretch of the New Forest.

A collaborative project between Ringwood based Forest Forge Theatre Company and the New Forest Heritage Centre in Lyndhurst, has set out on a mission to preserve the history and heritage of the Waterside area of the New Forest.

In Autumn 2019, working in partnership with the New Forest Heritage Centre, Forest Forge Theatre Company invited residents in four communities to share photographs and stories expressing the Waterside area’s fascinating and diverse history, working with playwright David Lane to bring their memories and experiences together.

Forest Forge Theatre CEO/Creative Producer, Sharon Lawless said: 'The waterside area has been recognised as having the lowest engagement rate with the arts in the New Forest, it is also one of most deprived areas of the forest. This project is so interesting as it's a collaboration between a theatre company, museum, and a playwright. Far from a photography project, we've used the photos as prompts for people to share their stories and celebrate the heritage of their communities, stories that otherwise would be lost.

'Things have changed so quickly that the connection between the Waterside area and the New Forest itself has become lost. The Waterside is personally my favourite part of the forest and it's been a joy to celebrate it with this project. After the exhibition in Lyndhurst we will be taking what we've found back to its communities, and are hoping to develop these stories into a play later in 2020.'

The project was made possible with funding from the New Forest National Park Authority, National Lottery Heritage Fund, Arts Council England, and the New Forest District Council. It also received support from Folio New Forest, Hythe Waterside Heritage, Hythe & Waterside Rotary, and Revital Hythe.

They are a 9 piece Tribute Band that performs completely live the music of Nile Rodgers and The Chic Organisation. With a full set of Chic classics including Nile Rodgers’ & Bernard Edwards’ Produced hits.

“We’re so blessed to now be endorsed by our very good friend and drummer with the Nile Rodgers & Chic. The one and only Mr Ralph Rolle. Thank You Brother for your friendship, and guidance”.

Kick In The Head are proud to present a celebration of the 40th anniversary of the loss of the great, unremittingly genteel, comedienne and monologist, Joyce Grenfell.

Choice Grenfell is a wonderful tribute featuring some of the best of Joyce’s hilarious songs and monologues from Stately as a Galleon and School Nativity Play to A Terrible Worrier and First Flight. Joyce is our guide for a delightful delve into some of her most endearing characters, ably accompanied by her trusted pianist William Blezard.

We are delighted that the family of William Blezard have allowed us access to previously unpublished rehearsal recordings and personal letters from Joyce allowing a unique insight into the queen of comediennes.

As Joyce would have said “We request the pleasure of your company”.

With Suzanne Walters as Joyce Grenfell and Andrew D Brewis as William Blezard.

Additional material written by Simon Downing.

Sketches by Joyce Grenfell are presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD, a Concord Theatricals Company.

“tremendously funny and totally on the ball” The Telegraph

An exhibition of paintings of the New Forest by local artists

Rosie is a lecturer, well known from her work with Radio 4 Gardeners Question Time, contribution to BBC Gardeners World Magazine and regular appearances on BBC Radio Solent's ‘Kitchen Garden’ where she is known as their ‘allotment guru’.

This session will cover everything you need from preparing the ground and sowing through to harvesting. Join us to get your veg garden off to a flying start.

Participants are limited to 12 people to ensure everyone gets the opportunity for hands on participation.

Rosie is a lecturer, well known from her work with Radio 4 Gardeners Question Time, contribution to BBC Gardeners World Magazine and regular appearances on BBC Radio Solent's ‘Kitchen Garden’ where she is known as their ‘allotment guru’.

This session will cover everything you need from preparing the ground and sowing through to harvesting. Join us to get your veg garden off to a flying start.

Participants are limited to 12 people to ensure everyone gets the opportunity for hands on participation.

The Improvised Play Company Present a brand new show ‘Unpredictive Text’

A deliciously different flavour of improvisation.

An evening of two halves. The audience help the improvisers create a multitude of different relationships and characters, out of which they vote for their favourite to put into a play!

Each play is completely improvised, so each play is completely unique.

Funny, sad, tender, touching or emotional, ‘Unpredictive Text’ can go anywhere.

Unpredictive Text will preview at Forest Forge Theatre Ringwood 7 March, 2020, 7.30pm.

Barb Jungr’s reputation as “one of the world’s great cabaret singers” (Time Out New York) may have gone to her head, as she will now only sing songs by writers whose names start with the letter B.

But this means she can return to two colossi of popular song, whose writing has helped define her whole career. A good plan, because she is “one of the best interpreters of Jacques Brel and Bob Dylan anywhere on this angst-ridden planet today” (Village Voice).

In this brand new collection for 2019, Barb will turn her acclaimed ability at reinvention and reinterpretation to exploring her relationship with a set of Dylan and Brel songs she has never tackled before on stage or on disc, all in original arrangements. They include ‘Les Cœurs tendres’ (The tender hearts), ‘Voir un ami pleurer’ (To see a friend break down and cry), ‘Mr Tambourine Man’ and ‘This Wheel’s on Fire’. Placed alongside them will be some of Barb’s own songs, written with a number of wonderful collaborators.

“it’s as if Edith Piaf and Nick Cave had a love-child, who was adopted by Carmen McRae” (Glam Adelaide)

Any performance of an existing song is a conversation between the writer and the singer, and the conversation between Bob, Brel and Barb is a particularly stimulating one, not least because of the way in which gender informs all of their work. Things could get heated. Uh-oh.

Barb can’t wait to scale the mountainous heights of the work of these two extraordinary writers, navigating its complex emotional terrain and traversing its ravines of love, sadness and anger. Why not slip on your crampons and join her for the climb? Bring your own Kendal mint cake.

”the alchemist among jazz singers… electrifying… the top rank of jazz singers… she is truly a marvel, who should not be missed” (Telegraph)

Start planning your big day at Careys Manor Hotel - the last word in luxury wedding venues in Hampshire.

From midday, we will be opening up our doors to give you the chance to explore our beautiful manor house wedding venue, as part of the New Forest Wedding Showcase. Meet our experienced wedding coordinator, Françoise Gysemans and her team of wedding experts. Her hand-picked selection of wedding suppliers will be available to answer all your questions and bring those Pinterest boards to life!

In the pretty village of Brockenhurst, Hampshire wedding venue Careys Manor Hotel & SenSpa nestles amongst the ancient trees of the New Forest National Park. This Victorian manor house is full of historic charm and has stood as the most idyllic backdrop to thousands of love stories and will make the dream setting for the beginning of yours.

From the beauty of our quintessentially English gardens and grand oak staircase to instagrammable food and an incredible spa, you and your guests will create memories to cherish forever.

We believe your wedding should be as individual as you are. At Careys Manor we hold only one wedding a day so you and your guests can receive our undivided attention and feel like the most important people in the world that day. Our friendly team of wedding experts will be on hand to ensure you’ll have everything you need to enjoy every moment of your special day, safe in the knowledge that absolutely everything is taken care of.

Offering timeless elegance, luxurious sophistication and undisputed service, The Montagu Arms is a firm favourite with many brides and grooms.

Discover our 24 luxurious bedrooms and suites, the Library bar offering a range of the finest beverages, our relaxed Magnolia lounge with huge sofas by open fires, picturesque gardens and ambient private dining facilities as we show you around our beautiful 17th century country house.

Meet our dedicated team who have an abundance of experience under their belt in creating your special day and to find out more about our exclusive use packages.

We look forward to welcoming you then.

Choosing your wedding venue is a big decision – so it makes sense to spend time finding the venue that’s perfect for you. Our wedding showcase is perfect for bridal couples to gain a first-hand glimpse into how we host our relaxed, stylish weddings.

What to expect at our New Forest Wedding Showcase

The Bell Inn is an authentic 18th century coaching inn, full of rustic charm and original features. The Inn humbly mixes tradition with modernity – and a surprisingly large number of rooms (28 to be exact!). Among roaming ponies and pigs, and picture-perfect thatched cottages, our unique inn provides a wonderful setting for you to create your own special New Forest wedding day, nestled in the heart of the New Forest National Park.

We’re just 1 mile away from the M27 (Junction 1) and mainline stations, with direct routes to London just 15-20 minutes away.

We love a wedding here at The Bell Inn (just see our reviews!) and we’ll proudly show you around. No need to book, just pop in on the day and one of our friendly team will be on hand to answer all your questions. We look forward to meeting you both!

For further enquiries, simply call us on 023 8081 2214 or email contact@bramshaw.co.uk

Alternatively, request our wedding brochure for more information about weddings at The Bell Inn.

Winter 1968 and showbiz legend Judy Garland arrives in Swinging London to perform a five-week sold-out run at The Talk of the Town.

It is 30 years since she shot to global stardom in The Wizard of Oz, but if her voice has weakened, its dramatic intensity has only grown. As she prepares for the show, battles with management, charms musicians and reminisces with friends and adoring fans, her wit and warmth shine through.

Even her dreams of love seem undimmed as she embarks on a whirlwind romance with Mickey Deans, her soon-to-be fifth husband. Featuring some of her best-known songs, the film celebrates the voice, the capacity for love, and the sheer pizzazz of “the world’s greatest entertainer.”

Hey, they’re gonna get you too. . . the UK’s favourite Queen concert show Real Magic hits town on its nationwide Another One Bites the Dust 40th Anniversary tour.

In 1980 Queen were at the top of their game – triumphing worldwide on stadium tours to promote their million-selling album. . . The Game. A record-breaking 300,000 fans packed into one Beunos Aires concert alone!
This all-action production perfectly recreates both these stadium spectaculars and the more intimate triumphs that preceded them.
Driven on by a band brimming over with superb musicianship, which flawlessly complements a performance that captures Freddie’s on-stage antics and irrepressible personality, a score of non-stop hits beckons:
We Will Rock You, Bohemian Rhapsody, We are the Champions, I Want to Break Free, I Want it All, Killer Queen, Somebody to Love, Radio Ga Ga, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, One Vision, Tie Your Mother Down, You’re My Best Friend, The Show Must Go On and, of course, Another One Bites the Dust are packed into an evening of right royal entertainment.
Ladies and gentlemen, please be upstanding for Freddie, Brian, Roger and John as another packed out performance by the ultimate Queen concert show bites the dust!

Join Forestry England and New Forest National Park staff and be part of the annual litter clean-up this spring. Everyone is welcome and would encourage you to get involved in projects to improve the natural world, and this is a great chance to freshen up the Forest.
Between 20 March and 13 April there will be a number of litter picking events in the New Forest for people to join as part of the Great British Spring Clean, a national campaign led by Keep Britain Tidy.
No obligation to stay for the whole time, just drop by if you are passing. All equipment will be provided, though you may want to bring your own gloves.
Hope to see you there!

Come and make your handmade cards, decorations, key rings, bookmarks, pencil cases, bags, gift bags and wraps.... alll upcycled from old jeans!

Plus ideas for Easter crafts. Lots of ideas and help available.

£3 per person. Children are welcome, but need to be accompanied. Tea, coffee and cake available too.

Find us in the Robert Hole Room. This is event is run by volunteers from Transition Lymington.

Woody (voice of Tom Hanks) has always been confident about his place in the world, and that his priority is taking care of his kid, whether that’s Andy or Bonnie.

So when Bonnie’s beloved new craft-project-turned-toy, Forky (voice of Tony Hale), declares himself as “trash” and not a toy, Woody takes it upon himself to show Forky why he should embrace being a toy.

But when Bonnie takes the whole gang on her family’s road trip excursion, Woody ends up on an unexpected detour that includes a reunion with his long-lost friend Bo Peep (voice of Annie Potts). After years of being on her own, Bo’s adventurous spirit and life on the road belie her delicate porcelain exterior. As Woody and Bo realize they’re worlds apart when it comes to life as a toy, they soon come to find that’s the least of their worries.

Join local expert Graham Giddens on a birdwatching walk on the private land of the Beaulieu estate.

We should see wildfowl, waders (including avocet), skylark and pipits. Advance booking essential via: www.cet.org.uk/events.

Exact meeting location will be confirmed following booking.

Join Forestry England staff and be part of the annual litter clean-up this spring. Everyone is welcome and would encourage you to get involved in projects to improve the natural world, and this is a great chance to freshen up the Forest.
Between 20 March and 13 April there will be a number of litter picking events in the New Forest for people to join as part of the Great British Spring Clean, a national campaign led by Keep Britain Tidy.
No obligation to stay for the whole time, just drop by if you are passing. All equipment will be provided, though you may want to bring your own gloves.
Hope to see you there!

A highly entertaining concert of Irish music and song, ranging from high-energy jigs and reels to heart-warming songs and haunting ballads – guaranteed to keep your toes tapping and the perfect way to celebrate St Patrick’s Day!

‘The Flying Toads’ are:

Val: Vocals, concertina, tenor banjo

Keith: Tenor banjo, bouzouki, vocals

Erik: Uilleann pipes, flute, whistle, vocals

Brian: Fiddle, cittern, mandolin, vocals

The name ‘The Flying Toads’ came about as a spoonerism of the Irish hornpipe ‘The Flowing Tide’. Being a four piece band and each playing several traditional instruments, the ‘Toads’ focus on arrangements that explore the best blending of sounds and dynamics, as well as choosing Celtic tunes and songs that are exciting to listen to, sing along with or dance to.

‘Traditional Celtic music at its best!’ – Catherine Tully, Celtic Music Magazine

‘We started it – pancakes, breakfast the next morning, wedding, holidays, lie-ins on a Sunday, two beautiful girls – and when you get back, we’ll finish it. I love you.’

Alongside Chloe’s future hopes come imminent challenges. Because being married to the military means facing deployment. Behind closed doors there’s tenderness and humour, but as the day of Ashley’s departure comes ever closer, anxiety and confrontations multiply.

‘I will not let my tears rust your suit of armour.’

The Man Who Left is Not the Man Who Came Home is the product of over a hundred one-to-one interviews with soldiers and their wives – where secrets, regrets and experiences have been shared for the first time. A story of resilience, of hope, of change – and what it’s like when the man you love is going to war and might not come back

Kevin Dyer’s new play, performed by Stephanie Greer and Sam C Wilson with Sam Trussler, a military wife, will be followed by an open conversation about the themes of the play, and the country we live in.

Age rating 14+

On a summer’s day in 2016, the organisers of FolkEast Festival masterminded one of the most intriguing and exciting collaborations on today’s folk scene.

Peter Knight, legendary violinist and ex-member of folk-rock band Steeleye Span was paired with leading melodeon player and ex-Bellowhead member, John Spiers, for a special one-off performance which left audiences in awe. With no space to be found in the marquee, people stood five deep in the pouring rain in order to witness the bringing together of two of the most genuinely gifted musicians in their respective fields.

With a standing ovation and roars for more, and much to the delight of folk fans everywhere, Knight and Spiers decided not to leave things there.

The pairing of violin and melodeon is not a new one, but in the hands of Knight and Spiers, Improvisation and invention meet the listener at every turn. Together they have created a musical document that resonates with history, but also something that should inspire future generations of musicians to engage with Britain’s folk dancing heritage, and the beautiful, mysterious tunes that can be found within that heritage.

These uniquely gifted musicians make a sublime pairing, and create a live performance to be remembered for a long time.

“Knight’s playing is a revelation. A world away from folky fiddling, it’s fully informed by the classical style, all long sweeping bow strokes and eloquent legato. Yet he never loses the essential folk heart of the music, tracing a graceful line of his own making”

“Contemplative, accomplished…an evening to relish for some time to come”

“(The melodeon) is a curious kind of versatile, but Spiers knows exactly how to capture and manipulate its range, adding maximum colour and savour to the music”

All quotes from Su O’Brien’s Review of Cambridge Folk Festival’s ‘City Roots’ at Folking.com

This event is part of The Great British Spring Clean.

Kit will be supplied - litter pickers, hi vis and bags.

Based on a popular Roald Dahl book, Big Mouth Theatre’s Witches! follows the story of a young boy who discovers that all the witches in England are staying at the same hotel as him.

The trouble is, they despise children…With comedy, fabulous characters and wonderful visual effects, this student-performed show is sure to entertain people of all ages!

Join us this Mothers Day for a fun filled day at the Wildlife Park with 'Mum's the Word' quiz trail.

Follow the quiz to find the answers whilst learning about our animal mum's.

The Quiz sheet is £1.25 with a prize on completion of the trail (only one prize per quiz sheet).

Treat Mum to the Mother of all gifts this Mother’s Day - a wonderful paddle to the pub on the Beaulieu River with New Forest Activities. You’ll enjoy a gentle guided tour through the idyllic Beaulieu River Nature Reserve before disembarking at the Master Builder’s pub on the riverside at Buckler’s Hard. You’ll paddle to your destination in stable, 3-seater canoes – so let Mum relax as she takes in the views! The Master Builder’s is the perfect pub to grab a bite to eat after your paddle, and perhaps a glass of bubbly to celebrate Mum too!

Food and drink not included. Table reservations may be required.

Treat Mum to a little slice of Paris this Mother's Day and relax in traditional Parisian surroundings, all the while enjoying our specially created 'Fête des Mères' menu.

The 3 AA Rosette Terrace Restaurant combines traditional elegance with all the excitement of modern-British cuisine, making it a really special place to bring your mum for Mother's Day lunch.

Head Chef Matthew Whitfield creates innovate, light dishes that reflect the natural flavours of the forest and it's seasons

Fall down the rabbit hole and celebrate Mother's Day with a whimsical twist on classic British afternoon tea.

We’ll serve the delicious dainty finger sandwiches you love, perfectly paired with a selection of sweet treats, freshly baked scones, cream and jam and loose leaf teas. Better still, how about surprising your mum with a cocktail or glass of champagne?

Menu

A selection of frashly baked cakes and pastries

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Fruit and plain scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam

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Smoked chalkstream trout and beetroot open sandwich on rye

Egg mayonnaise and mustard cress sandwich

Honey mustard glazed ham and mayonnaise sandwich

Cream cheese and cucumber sandwich

Join Forestry England staff and be part of the annual litter clean-up this spring. Everyone is welcome and would encourage you to get involved in projects to improve the natural world, and this is a great chance to freshen up the Forest.

Between 20 March and 13 April there will be a number of litter picking events in the New Forest for people to join as part of the Great British Spring Clean, a national campaign led by Keep Britain Tidy.

No obligation to stay for the whole time, just drop by if you are passing. All equipment will be provided, though you may want to bring your own gloves.

Hope to see you there!

Treat Mum to the Mother of all gifts this Mother’s Day - a wonderful paddle to the pub on the Beaulieu River with New Forest Activities. You’ll enjoy a gentle guided tour through the idyllic Beaulieu River Nature Reserve before disembarking at the Master Builder’s pub on the riverside at Buckler’s Hard. You’ll paddle to your destination in stable, 3-seater canoes – so let Mum relax as she takes in the views! The Master Builder’s is the perfect pub to grab a bite to eat after your paddle, and perhaps a glass of bubbly to celebrate Mum too!

Food and drink not included. Table reservations may be required.

Surprise this very special lady with a host of treats including delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and delicious treats accompanied by a selection of the finest loose leaf teas and fairtrade coffee.

Such an experience is not to be hurried, and for a mother this delightfully relaxing treat is an indulgence not to be missed. Take a seat in our comfortable Magnolia Lounge with its Victorian interior and be treated with nothing but first class service for an unforgettable afternoon.

Mindfulness and mindfulness meditation are terms that are often bandied about in the press but what actually do we mean by them? And why are some people so excited about mindfulness? And what does the science really tell us about its potential power?

Dr Maret Dymond-Bassett will explain how mindfulness is a natural trait and we all have the ability to become more mindful, training our minds to be in the present moment, through mind body meditation practices, rather than dwelling in the past or being caught up in the future. Learn more about how over time practising mindfulness can become a way of life, enabling us to be more connected with and compassionate towards ourselves and others.

Cultivating mindfulness has been shown through quality research to be an investment in our physical and mental wellbeing at home and at work, enabling the enhancement of wellness, joy, creativity and flourishing. Recent studies suggest that practising mindfulness may shape the brain, developing areas important for focus, empathy, compassion and emotional regulation and decreasing areas responsible for fear and perceived stress.

Dr Maret Dymond-Bassett is a mindfulness teacher, trainer of mindfulness teachers, a researcher and Clinical Psychologist. She has worked within industry, academia and the NHS. She is the Director of New Forest Mindfulness and a Course Tutor on The Master of Studies in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) at the University of Oxford.

Maret holds two doctorates, one in clinical psychology (DClinPsych) from the University of Southampton and a research doctorate (PhD), in perinatal psychology from the University of Reading. As well as mindfulness work, Maret continues to offer psychological therapy and is particularly interested in exploring how Mindfulness Based Approaches and Cognitive Analytical Therapy may be used together to help people work through difficulties and then go onto flourish and live a life worth living.

Maret has been practising mindfulness meditation for over 15 years and for over 10 years, has taught mindfulness courses for adults and children, within a variety of settings, including the NHS, other public sectors, the community and in the workplace. She has had a long standing interest in the application of mindfulness for parenting, from pregnancy through childbirth, to new and established parenthood, including how mindfulness might relate to the prevention of post-natal depression.

Maret is also interested in the importance of wellbeing in the workplace, in how we gain and maintain the elusive work-life balance and mental and physical health in the fast paced, information-technology based and demanding environments within which we live and work.

Embark on an educational journey through the vineyards of Bordeaux and join us at The Terrace Restaurant for an intimate dining experience hosted by Head Sommelier Sergio dos Santos and Phil Weeks from Lea & Sandeman Wine Merchants.

Bordeaux is one of the most important wine producing regions in the world with 57 appellations, over 7,000 wine-producing châteaux, and 13,000 wine growers.

Over the course of the evening, you’ll learn about the myriad styles made in the region and taste a flight of Clarets from the major communes of Bordeaux, including a range of vintages. Each wine will be expertly paired alongside a five -course dinner created by Head Chef Matthew Whitfield.

Arrival at 7.00pm.

We would like to advise that due to the social nature of the event, you will be seated with other guests on a large table.

Menu:

Gonet Medeville Brut Non-Vintage Tradition Premier Cru Champagne on arrival with canapés

Gurnard

Fennel, Bolognaise, Seaweed

Graves Blanc, Chateau de Cérons 2015

Lamb

BBQ Shoulder, Gentlemen’s Relish, Rosemary

Haut Médoc, Cru Bourgeois, Chateau Sociando Mallet 2003

Péssac Léognan, Cru Classé, Château Haut Bailly 2006

Duck

Honey Glazed, Onion, Rosehip

Pomerol, Chateau L'Eglise Clinet 2007

Saint Émilion, 1er Grand Cru Classe, Clos Fourtet 2003

Pear

White Chocolate

Pineau de Charentes Blanc, Drouineau

Canelé

Chocolate, Salt Caramel, Jerusalem Artichoke

Sauternes, Château Les Justices 2011

Mountain Bike hire delivered to the event.

Duration: 1 day

We have a couple of bike options for you this year. The price includes bike hire, delivery to the event, damage waiver and on-site support as we tend to lurk in the car park until the end of the day!

Meet us somewhere near bike transition at St Francis School, Pewsey. We aim to be unloaded by 8.30am

Join National Trust staff and join the annual litter clean-up this spring.

Between 20 March and 13 April there will be a number of litter picking events in the New Forest for people to join as part of the Great British Spring Clean, a national campaign led by Keep Britain Tidy.

No obligation to stay for the whole time, just drop by if you are passing. All equipment will be provided, though you may want to bring your own gloves.

Hope to see you there!

Join National Trust staff and join the annual litter clean-up this spring.
Between 20 March and 13 April there will be a number of litter picking events in the New Forest for people to join as part of the Great British Spring Clean, a national campaign led by Keep Britain Tidy.
No obligation to stay for the whole time, just drop by if you are passing. All equipment will be provided, though you may want to bring your own gloves.
Hope to see you there!

Join National Trust staff and join the annual litter clean-up this spring.
Between 20 March and 13 April there will be a number of litter picking events in the New Forest for people to join as part of the Great British Spring Clean, a national campaign led by Keep Britain Tidy.
No obligation to stay for the whole time, just drop by if you are passing. All equipment will be provided, though you may want to bring your own gloves.
Hope to see you there!

Join National Trust staff and join the annual litter clean-up this spring.

Between 20 March and 13 April there will be a number of litter picking events in the New Forest for people to join as part of the Great British Spring Clean, a national campaign led by Keep Britain Tidy.

No obligation to stay for the whole time, just drop by if you are passing. All equipment will be provided, though you may want to bring your own gloves.
Hope to see you there!

New Forest Spring Clean – Deerleap
Join Forestry England staff and be part of the annual litter clean-up this spring. Everyone is welcome and would encourage you to get involved in projects to improve the natural world, and this is a great chance to freshen up the Forest.
Between 20 March and 13 April there will be a number of litter picking events in the New Forest for people to join as part of the Great British Spring Clean, a national campaign led by Keep Britain Tidy.
No obligation to stay for the whole time, just drop by if you are passing. All equipment will be provided, though you may want to bring your own gloves.
Hope to see you there!

Litter picking around the Totton area.

Meet at 52 Water Lane. Totton. SO40 3DN for the collection of equipment.

New Forest Spring Clean – Ocknell Campsite
Join Forestry England staff and be part of the annual litter clean-up this spring. Everyone is welcome and would encourage you to get involved in projects to improve the natural world, and this is a great chance to freshen up the Forest.
Between 20 March and 13 April there will be a number of litter picking events in the New Forest for people to join as part of the Great British Spring Clean, a national campaign led by Keep Britain Tidy.
No obligation to stay for the whole time, just drop by if you are passing. All equipment will be provided, though you may want to bring your own gloves.
Hope to see you there!

Following the success of her last solo shows, ‘With Love From St. Tropez’, a riot of Brexit, buquas and butt-plugs through the lens of the periodic table, and ‘The Kardashians Made Me Do It’, a searing and urgent exploration of life, love and Jihadi brides, Shazia is now taking on the burning issues of our time.

What’s going on? Why is everyone fighting? Why does everyone hate each other? Who the hell is Alexa? And why are there no women left with real eyebrows? Women are in fashion now but the eyebrows come and go? And why do all the right-wing papers keep calling her for answers every time there is a paedophile with the same skin colour as her? Can we really educate people? Can we drag anyone forward against their will?

Recently seen back to absolute basics in Channel 4’s Celebrity Island with Bear Grylls, taking a speedy turn (2.07 seconds to be exact) in BBC2’s Top Gear and temporarily enjoying the high life in Channel 4’s Travel Man – 48 Hours In… Côte d’Azur, Shazia has also guested on ITV’s Jonathan Ross and Loose Women, BBC1’s The One Show, and is a regular panellist on Channel 5’s The Wright Stuff. Other TV credits include Have I Got News For You (BBC), F*** Off, I’m a Hairy Woman (BBC), Celebrities v Child Genius’ Christmas Special 2018 (Channel 4), Celebs In Solitary (Channel 5), NBC’s Last Comic Standing, Beautiful People (BBC2), The World Stands Up (Paramount Comedy) and The Late Late Show (RTE). She has also appeared on BBC Radio 2’s Graham Norton and Steve Wright, Radio 4’s The Now Show and Saturday Live, and her Pause For Thoughts can often been heard on Radio 2’s Vanessa Feltz Show.

In 2008 she was listed in The Observer as one of the 50 funniest acts in British comedy, won ‘Columnist of the Year’ at the prestigious PPA Awards for her fortnightly column in The New Statesman and won The GG2 Young Achiever of the Year Award. She has performed all over the world, selling out performances from Singapore to Kosovo, and regularly writes for various publications, including The Guardian, The Financial Times and New Internationalist.

Guests will be able to meet cute characters at the main entrance plaza. Come and say hello Bobtail Bunny and his forest friends, Betty Bunny, Hennie the Hedgehog and Red the Deer. Watch out for mischievous Fenton Fox though, as he will surely be eyeing up any tasty Easter treats you may have!

Guaranteed to put a spring in your step the Park entrance will also be festooned for Easter with colourful giant Easter Eggs and Bunnies at every turn.

Enjoy a gentle introduction and guided tour of the stunning Beaulieu River Nature Reserve during a Family Canoeing session with New Forest Activities. This 90 minute, family friendly activity is great for all aged 18 months+ and with your expert guide you’ll soon get to grips with the art of canoeing. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Spend time exploring the hidden creeks and waterways of the stunning Beaulieu River whilst trying to spot the varied wildlife along the way.

Life jackets size down for the little ones so this really is the perfect family activity.

What's Included?

• Introductions to the equipment and initial kitting up
• 90 minute session with lots of guidance and instruction
• Use of easy to paddle 2 and 3 seater canoes with safe modern equipment
• Paddle tops and waterproofs as required
• Instruction from a qualified coach to help with your skills
• A guided tour and a journey up or down river depending on tides and weather
• Toilets and changing facilities available on-site

We can run extra sessions at a time to suit you. If you can’t easily find the date you’re after please contact us and we will be happy to help.

Why do it?

• Create family memories that will last a lifetime
• Exclusive opportunity to paddle in a unique and stunning location
• Make the most of your time with loved ones in the great outdoors
• Learn about and spot the wildlife that calls the Beaulieu River home
• An all-inclusive activity the whole family can enjoy!

Looking for Easter Activities for the whole family? Enjoy a fun-filled guided paddle with New Forest Activities, along the Beaulieu River in stable ‘Canadian style’ canoes. Spend time taking in the stunning scenery of the river before disembarking for an Easter egg hunt with a twist! Leave no leaf unturned as your little ones hunt for those hidden chocolate eggs along the riverside. Then, you’ll enjoy another beautiful scenic paddle back to base.

All participants will receive a delicious chocolate egg (even the grown-ups too!) Great for all ages, all equipment provided.

Come along to this advanced traditional bread making master class with Paul Merry from The Panary.

You’ll be making seasonal Greek Easter bread (plaits) called tsoureki, exploring some more fancy shapes in white dough and wholemeal spelt (made with an overnight sponge) for the day’s coarse bread.

All to take home and enjoy!

Soup for lunch & tea/coffee will also be provided throughout the day.

Your tutor, Paul Merry, has been an artisan baker for over 40 years and a teacher of bread making courses for over 20 years. Paul has an easy and fluid teaching style and you will get a real grasp of what you are making, along with anecdotes and bread history.

Questions are encouraged at any point in the day.

Hop on the train to enjoy a walk in the New Forest!

On this four-mile gentle ramble with the area National Park Ranger you will see the grazing livestock and find out about the history of the Forest. You will be back in time for lunch, so why not visit one of Brockenhurst’s pubs or tea-rooms?

The route may include some muddy tracks so please wear suitable clothing and footwear and bring your own refreshments.

Duration: 2.5 hours

The perfect kayaking experience, for those looking for more than a taste. An extended experience in fast & stable touring kayaks, with an experienced guide to support you along the way.

After an initial coaching session to develop effective paddling techniques we cover a good distance on these adventures. Therefore this is only for participants 12 years and over who are confident around water. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Tides & weather will dictate the journey length and duration along with the group members abilities. If you want a shorter time afloat or more a relaxed pace, you should try one of our kayaking taster sessions.

What's Included?

• Introductions to the equipment and initial kitting up
• Up to 2.5 hours of learning skills and exploring the area
• Use of a stable and easy to paddle kayak, with safe modern equipment (weight limit 150kg)
• Paddle tops and waterproofs as required
• Instruction from a qualified coach to help with your skills
• An extended journey up or down river depending on tides & weather
• Chance to find out your next steps and future courses
• Toilets and changing room available

We can run extra sessions at a time to suit you. If you can’t easily find the date you’re after please contact the office and we will be happy to help.