The New Forest is to be found mainly in Hampshire and in a small part of Wiltshire and is an attractive rural country cottages holiday destination. Being located on the South Coast of England, Hampshire is located almost midway between the West Country and England's South East, making the New Forest quite well located for short cottage breaks or longer stays from either of these parts of England and the surrounding areas.
Whether you decide to take a relaxing break or an activity filled one, we hope you find the New Forest a magical place to visit during your cottage stay. The New Forest is certainly a charming distinctive place with its wild ponies and fascinating historical links to William the 1st who is reputed to have established the forest in 1079 as his hunting ground.
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Whether you are looking to visit the New Forest for a romantic retreat or an activity filled break, the New Forest can be a great place for different types of self catering holidays. For those with romantic notions what could be better than forest walks, walking hand in hand with the one you love interspersed by spotting wild ponies? Or if you love to cycle or ramble then there are plenty of opportunities for this too. Activities that you can enjoy in the New Forest include cycling, walking, horse riding, golfing and as the New Forest includes both coast and country you can even enjoy watersports such as kayaking, sailing or canoeing.
If you enjoy sightseeing then there is plenty to see and discover in the New Forest. Being a recognised national park, many visit the New Forest for its natural attractions and to enjoy the great outdoors but if you want to fit in some sight seeing there are plenty of pretty towns and villages to stop by in the New Forest and also attractions such as museums, country houses, award winning gardens and wildlife parks. Whatever you do, enjoy your visit to the beautiful New Forest. |
