New Forest Blog

Top romantic winter breaks in the New Forest

As the days are getting shorter and the nights grow long, what better way to beat off the winter blues than with a romantic break? Winter in the magical New Forest is a season of dark, starry skies, rustling leaves, roaring fires, and delicious, comforting food. It’s the season of frosts and snow;…

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Cosy places to stay in the New Forest

Roaring log fires, huge squashy sofas, hot-chocolate with marshmallows and delicious comfort food – if that’s your idea of holiday heaven, then welcome to the New Forest! We’ve got scores of cosy places to stay, from indulgent country house hotels, to snug little inns, friendly B&Bs and secluded…

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Fall even more in love in the New Forest

If you’re looking to add some real romance to your life this Valentine’s Day, the best place you could possibly start is here, in the magical New Forest. Why? Because nothing says romance more than wrapping up and taking your beloved to a beautiful place, or discovering a new landscape together. On…

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Summer sunrises and sunsets

There’s something magical about witnessing the sunrise and the sunsetting, but there is nowhere better to see this natural phenomenon than here in the New Forest. Image - Rockford Common - Nick Lucas Folklore has it that magic is at its strongest over the midsummer period – with tales about fairies…

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Time to get your wedding on!

From the 5* luxury of the Chewton Glen Hotel, to the intimate charm of the Montagu Arms, the New Forest is bursting with beautiful places to get married. Indoors, outdoors, whatever the season, the New Forest’s wedding venues can make you a magical Big Day. And sorting it out couldn’t be easier…

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Valentine’s Day is coming...

Roses are red, violets are blue - and the best place we know to celebrate Valentine’s Day is in the magical New Forest. Yes, we know it doesn’t rhyme - but it’s true! We’ve got Valentine’s experiences for all kinds of couples on all kinds of budgets. If you want an added touch of luxury, look no…

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Top 10 Places to Propose in the New Forest

What could be more romantic than a proposal of marriage? Making that proposal in the beautiful New Forest, that’s what! Not only do we have some of the UK’s best hotels and restaurants for that post-acceptance stay or celebration, we’ve also got some of the most beautiful and inspiring locations for…

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Book a romantic winter getaway in the New Forest

Imagine walking through ancient forests, hand in hand with your special someone, the winter sun gleaming through the trees, and free-roaming animals passing by. There really is no better place for a romantic break this winter than the New Forest. Dancing deer, frosty floors and spectacular sunrises…

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Top Romantic Date Night Locations

Winter in the New Forest is a time of dark, starry skies, rustling frosted leaves, roaring fires and delicious, comforting food. Take a look at some wonderful inspiration for romantic date night locations in the New Forest... Treat your loved one to nature’s best free show – the view of the flaming…

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A different Valentine’s Day

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, you may be wondering how you can make it extra special for your loved one this year, with all the current restrictions and closure of our favourite romantic venues! Don’t worry, you can still make your loved one feel on top of the world for this…

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