No wild camping is allowed in the New Forest.
Where can I park overnight in the New Forest?
Car parks with toilets
- Anderwood – SO43 4HT.
- Blackwater – SO43 7QB.
- Bolderwood – SO43 7GE.
- Wilverley – BH25 5TZ.
- Whitefield Moor – SO42 7QD.
Can you camp in the New Forest for free?
Activity information. We’d like to remind people that Wild camping is not permitted anywhere in the New Forest, it’s illegal to camp without the land manager’s permission.
Where is the campervan in the New Forest?
- Shorefield Country Park. Location:
- Green Hill Farm. Location:
- Camping in the Forest.
- Denny Wood Caravan & Camping Site.
- Longbeech Caravan & Camping Site.
- Harry’s Field.
- Lytton Lawn Touring Park.
- Campsites.co.uk.
Where is best camping in New Forest?
We think being able to combine forest walks with sea views makes the New Forest one of the best places to go camping in the UK.
- Aldridge Hill.
- Hollands Wood Campsite.
- Setthorns Campsite, New Forest.
- Round Hill Campsite.
- Denny Wood Campsite, Lyndhurst.
- Harry’s Meadow, Fordingbridge.
- Teddy’s Wood, Lymington.
Can I park a campervan in the New Forest?
There are lots of laybys and carparks along the road, however, wild camping is illegal in the New Forest. There are lots of campsites in the New Forest, and several pubs that will let you park a campervan overnight if you are eating in the pub.
Can you touch the horses in the New Forest?
Horses in the New Forest – image by Echo Camera Club Dorset member Claire Sheppard. They are best treated as wild animals so you should not touch them or feed them; they are put out to graze on the land by the commoners so should be left to eat their own natural food which is in abundance within the park.
Can you sleep in the tents in the forest?
All orange tents can be used for sleeping and saving the game. They can be found both on the surface of peninsula and in the caves.
Is it expensive to live in the New Forest?
New Forest the UK’s most expensive national park for house prices – with a home costing £475,000 on average. THE New Forest remains the most expensive national park in the country for house prices, figures have revealed, with buyers having to fork out more than double the UK average.
Is wild camping legal in the UK?
Generally, it is illegal to wild camp in England and Wales without the express permission of the landowner. Many landowners are happy to host wild campers, but only if they are respectful of the area they are camping.
How much is it to camp at the New Forest?
Campsites in The New Forest 2023 from £8/nt – Pitchup.
Where are the snakes in the New Forest?
If you want to see a snake or lizard in its natural environment, try looking on south-facing slopes, on logs, along the edge of scrub and in areas with mature heather. All of the native reptile species can be viewed at Forestry England’s New Forest Reptile Centre, near Lyndhurst.
How many commoners are in the New Forest?
Today there are approximately 700 commoners who own animals grazing on the open Forest. They make up a modern farming community with a huge heritage, and strong family and community ties.
What is the nicest part of the New Forest?
Burley – best village of the New Forest
Burley is the quintessential New Forest village. Found within Burley are traditional cottages and characterful thatched houses, while wild ponies wander freely about the village.
What is the main town in the New Forest?
Below are the New Forest’s major towns and villages: Beaulieu. Lymington. Brockenhurst.
Can you live in the New Forest?
Living in the New Forest
The New Forest is a popular destination for holidaymakers and those looking for second homes, but it is not just for those on holiday, it is a wonderful place for families, retirees and even commuters – Brockenhurst to London is approximately one hour 40 minutes.
What is the 333 rule for camping?
By adhering to this simple rule of thumb, you can make traveling easier for your whole family. What is this? First, limit your travel to no more than 300 miles in one day. Second, arrive no later than 3 p.m. Finally, stay at your destination for at least three days.
Can you park anywhere and sleep in campervan?
In short, no. You can’t just park up wherever you like with a campervan or motorhome– even if it’s a stealth van. (There’s a reason people work so hard to hide the fact that they’re staying in their campervan overnight.)
Is it illegal to park on the verge in the New Forest?
Please don’t park on or drive over verges, and use designated car parks. There are 130 Forestry England car parks across the New Forest which can be used free of charge.
Do you have to pick up dog poop in the New Forest?
Keep well away from any work taking place such as forestry and pony round-ups, and observe warning signage. Pick up after your dog; put bagged dog poo in a dog waste bin or litter bin, or take it home.
How many New Forest ponies are killed each year?
It encourages them to car parks and the roadside where they become involved in traffic accidents – each year around 100 animals killed or injured. It should always be remembered that ponies have the right of way on all Forest roads that are unfenced and speed is invariably a factor in accidents involving them.