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Where would you like to go today?

close up of Goshawk sat on its nest

Have a bird's eye view

Did you know that goshawks have made the New Forest their home? Follow their progress on our live webcam.
Watch now

Take a virtual tour

Christmas tree saplings

Growing the nation's forests

Find something to do

Two women Nordic walking with poles in the forest

Nordic walking

A fantastic way to stay active
Grab your poles and burn some calories as you stride through the woods!
Stretch your legs
Mountain Biker in Orange Light

Mountain biking

For adrenaline-fuelled adventures
From challenging downhill trails to bike skills areas, experience off-road biking like never before in a unique forest environment.
Find trails near you
Future Forest sculpture

Forest Art Works

Contemporary art in the nation's forests
From installations, trails, exhibitions and live performances from the artists of today, forest art definitely works!
Get inspired
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Go Ape

Bring out your inner tarzan
Jump, swing and zip your way through the forest canopy with Go Ape.
Start your adventure
Women with blue backpack walking through spring woodland

Your Guide to Forest Bathing

Discover some fantastic tips and activities to get your meditation journey started.
Boost your health and wellbeing
Children playing in forest

Family learning activities

Explore, play and discover the forest with our family friendly, free resources.
Start learning