The New Forest is in a remarkable corner of the English countryside set aside as a special place more than nine centuries ago in 1079 by William the Conqueror.
At that time William named it his "New" hunting forest, to be jealously guarded against any possible threat to the Chase of the Royal Deer.
Over the centuries too many places have changed almost beyond recognition yet the New Forest's ancient woodlands and wilderness heaths remain largely intact, earning the area national and international status.

It is a unique area of historical & ecological significance and retains many of the rural practices conceded by the Crown in medieval times.

Still it is famous for it's wild New Forest ponies that can be seen wandering in the forest all year round. Its is a pleasant place visit on the way down the south coast.

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