New Forest Escapes

01/11/2024

New Forest Safari… 🐴

Psst… please remember to keep your distance.



📸 Beautiful shot captured by .k._photography

01/11/2024

Friday night plans? Head to The Larder tonight in Lymington for live music, tapas & a free glass of wine (if you are a New Forest Escapes guest) 🍷

Get booking! - https://thelarder-lymington.co.uk/

Phil Mills with us again this Friday for Taps. Full House last week for him so get booking for Friday!

31/10/2024

🎃 👻 Happy Halloween 👻 🎃

A spooky fact: A whopping 8 million pumpkins are thrown away each year in the UK alone! That’s a lot of wasted pumpkins! But dont worry, we’ve got some eco-friendly tricks (and treats) to help celebrate without the waste. 🌱

Instead of tossing your pumpkin, try:

🥧 Cooking up some tasty pumpkin soup or make a pie
🧑‍🦳 Making a DIY pumpkin face mask
🌿 Compost your pumpkin
💐 Turn your pumpkin into a pretty flower planter

Let’s make Halloween just as fun but a little greener this year! 🎃 💚

25/10/2024

Serenity in the New Forest 💫

For those dreaming of a little downtime…take a peek in our link below ☁️

https://newforestescapes.com/

24/10/2024

Yippee! 🎉

We are so thrilled to announce that we have been shortlisted for the New Forest Brilliance in Business Awards for ‘Sustainable Business’ of the year!’ - the NFE team is chuffed!

Jane, our owner has been in to meet with judges so all we can do is keep our fingers crossed now and wait with bated breath until the winner is announced!🤞🏼

Big shoutout and good luck to New Forest Aromatics & Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa ✨

24/10/2024

Looking for the perfect mix of adventure, nature, and local charm? Ringwood has you covered… 🌿

Here’s how to spend the ultimate day exploring this beautiful town and its surroundings:

👉 Start your day:
☕ Grab a coffee and breakfast at Boston Tea Party in Ringwood.
🍃 Take a relaxing walk along the River Avon or head into the New Forest.

👉 Midday fun:
🛍️ Wander and explore the unique independent shops.
🦌 Don’t miss a stroll through the ancient woodland of Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary for a chance to spot some wildlife.

👉 Afternoon delight:
🚲 Hire a bike at Moors Valley and explore the off road trails.

👉End the day:
🍽️ Finish off with dinner at one of Ringwood’s traditional pubs, like The Fish Inn or The Elm Tree.

Check out the link below for all the insider info on Ringwood 💫

https://newforestescapes.com/insider-guides/insiders-guide-to-burley-and-ringwood/

23/10/2024

A New Forest Staycation is always a good idea…🌳 ✨

Swipe to see availability 👉

Pack your bags and escape for a last-minute adventure, no passports needed! - Link below 🦌

https://newforestescapes.com/

23/10/2024

We’re on a mission to reach 100 bras by the end of October and we’re at 57 so far!! 🎯 👙

Dig through your drawers and donate your gently worn or new bras to support , a charity making a big difference in the UK and Africa.

There’s still time to drop off your donations at NFE HQ and let’s support those in need one bra at a time!

⭐ 23 New Street, Lymington ⭐

18/10/2024

🎉 GIVEAWAY TIME 🎉

Calling all art lovers… we have teamed up with the amazing team over St Barbe Museum & Art Gallery in Lymington to give one lucky winner a family entry into the museum and art gallery!

Explore the local history of Lymington & the New Forest coast inspired by local price, and supported by the local communities, its collections and colourful, hands-on displays offer a fascinating insight into the area for all ages.

To enter please follow these steps:

🎨 FOLLOW New Forest Escapes and St Barbe Museum + Art Gallery
🖼️ LIKE this post
🎨 TAG your friends in the comments - as many as you like!
🖼️ SHARE to your stories for an extra entry

Good luck!

The winner will be selected at random on Friday 27th October and sent a DM from this account ONLY! This giveaway is no way affiliated or endorsed by Facebook and is running on Instagram. More T&C’s can be found on our website.

16/10/2024

🌍 ✨ Did you know that there are now over 1,000 B Corps in the UK! 🎉 WOW!

B Corps are raising the bar for how companies can balance profit and purpose! It’s all about making a positive impact on people and the planet! When a business becomes a as a collective we get bigger, better, bolder and more impactful! 🌱

Our B Corp shout out of the month is Summerdown - a local family farm in the Hampshire countryside that has been growing, harvesting and distilling their very own Black Mitcham peppermint for almost three decades!

Read all about it here 👇
https://newforestescapes.com/going-greener/summerdown-mint/

15/10/2024

✨ 🍂 October half-term is just around the corner! Time to swap the school run for a woodland run in the New Forest! 🌳 🐴

Swipe to see our availability 👉

1: Seabiscuit
2: Nutmeg House
3: The Old Post Office
4: Tree Top House
5: The Lodge
6: Valley View House
7: Victory Cottage
8: The Coach House
9: Coastguard Cottage

📍The New Forest

Link below ✨

https://newforestescapes.com/holiday-cottages/october-half-term/

12/10/2024

Spotted in Beaulieu… ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​🦭🦭🦭 The Beaulieu River is rich in wildlife with no two trips the same. Hop on the Lazy Daze (at Bucklers Hard) for a gentle 2.5 hour cruise to the Solent coast & back. What will you spot?

This boat cruise with Wild New Forest definitely has our seal of approval 🦭

Get all the inside scoop on the lovely Beaulieu in our Insider’s Guide - Link below🌿

https://newforestescapes.com/insider-guides/insiders-guide-to-beaulieu/

10/10/2024

Fresh, local, and oh-so-delicious! 🌿 🥚

One of the best parts of exploring the New Forest? Discovering the amazing local farm shops packed with seasonal goodies! 🧀 🥖
Whether you're after fresh produce, homemade jams, or artisanal treats, these spots are foodie lovers' dreams…

We recommend popping by:

🌾 Sopley Farm Shop, PYO & Bakery - Dan Tanners
🌾 Ferne Dean Farm Shop
🌾 Shallowmead Nurseries
🌾 Danestream Farm Shop
🌾 Setley Ridge Farm Shop
🌾 Beaulieu Farm Shop
🌾 Hockey's Farm Shop
🌾 Crow Farm Shop

Support local, eat well, and discover the flavours of the forest!



📸 Sopley Farm

08/10/2024

🌳 ✨ Have you seen our ‘What’s On’ in the New Forest calendar? ✨ 🌳

Get ready to dive into the best local events, hidden gems, and seasonal fun happening right here in the heart of the New Forest! From woodland walks and wildlife encounters to food festivals and family adventures, there’s something for everyone! 🍂 🍃

🌟 Don’t miss out - click the link below to stay in the loop! 🌟

https://newforestescapes.com/whats-on/

08/10/2024

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that we're finalists for the New Forest Brilliance in Business Awards in the Sustainable Business of the Year category! 🌟 It's lovely to be recognised for our efforts to go green and making a positive impact on our community.

Big shoutout and congratulations to the other finalists, Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa and New Forest Aromatics - together we're making the New Forest a better, brighter and more sustainable place! 💚

🌟 Huge congratulations to all the finalists in the New Forest Brilliance in Business Awards! 🌟

We're thrilled to announce the three businesses shortlisted in our sponsored category, Sustainable Business of the Year, are:

Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa
New Forest Aromatics
New Forest Escapes

Read more about the finalists here: https://www.nfbp.org.uk/awards/awards-categories/
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07/10/2024

🐖🐖 🐖 Hands up if you’ve spotted the piggies out and about in the New Forest yet?

Comment below where you’ve seen them! 🌳



📸 Anne Day

06/10/2024

Good morning from 📍Gins Barn 🌅

Fancy waking up here? ✨ Link below ✨

https://newforestescapes.com/property/gins-barn/



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05/10/2024

Birdwatching bliss… 🦅 ✨

Keyhaven is a hotspot for birdwatching & home to over 200 species of birds! From elegant egrets to rare ospreys, it’s one of the best places on the south coast to spot migrating and resident birds all year round…

It’s a nature lover's dream. And guess what? We have the perfect pairing escape for you - stay at our cosy Coastguard Cottage & make your adventure complete! Link below… 🦆

https://newforestescapes.com/property/coastguard-cottage/

Peaceful coastal views & rare bird sightings = the perfect combo!

04/10/2024

A magical Christmas in the country awaits… 🎄 ✨

So pack your bags & gather your favourite people because we know just the places to eat, drink, and be merry this festive season!

Head over to the link below to snap up one of our festive getaways!

https://newforestescapes.com/holiday-cottages/christmas-new-year/

03/10/2024

Incredible moments captured by The Big Ladder Photographer of the annual sandbank cricket match on The Solent! 🏏 🌊

Once a year, teams from the Royal Southern Yacht Club (Southampton) and The Island Sailing Club (Isle of Wight) meet in the ‘middle’ of The Solent when the tide reveals the sandbar, creating the most epic cricket pitch! Nature’s game day at its finest! Just WOW!



📸 The Big Ladder Photographer

02/10/2024

BRA-VO for New Forest Escapes! 💗 💫

This October, we’re proud to support Smalls for All charity at New Forest Escapes HQ in Lymington! We’re asking locals to donate new or gently worn & laundered bras to our ‘bra box’ (outside our office - 23 New Street, Lymington) throughout the month of October.

Smalls for All is a fantastic charity collecting underwear for those in need across Africa and the UK, because dignity matters.

Let’s come together and make a difference!

Click here to read more 👉 https://newforestescapes.com/bcorp/bra-vo-for-new-forest-escapes/

28/09/2024

Ring in the New Year like royalty at Pylewell Park House!! 🍾✨

Gather your favourite people & pack something sparkly… ✨ Our stately home is available THIS New Year’s Eve!

10 Bedrooms 🍾 Sleeps 20 ✨ Lymington 🥂Countryside Stately Home

Amongst the huge oil paintings & grandeur inside, there are also 27 acres of private grounds to frolic around… including VIP access to the wild beach that borders!

Hurry to get on ‘THE’ most VIP NYE guest list! Link below 🎉

https://newforestescapes.com/property/pylewell-park-house/

26/09/2024

Lymington’s high street is making headlines! 🏆 ⛵

Named one of the UK’s best by the Daily Mail this charming coastal gem is a must-visit. With its quirky shops, cosy cafes, and stunning seaside views, it's easy to see why it’s in the top 31!

"It’s a captivating fusion of historical elegance and coastal charm.” - Daily Mail

Thanks for the shoutout! 🙌

Check out our Lymington ‘Insiders Guide’ for the inside scoop!

https://newforestescapes.com/insider-guides/insiders-guide-to-lymington/

23/09/2024

🌿 Join Our New Forest Escapes Team! 🌿

Exciting news! We are searching for a ‘Property Go Getter’ - to find out what that entails click here…

👉 https://newforestescapes.com/work-with-us/

22/09/2024

Ditch the keys & embrace the breeze! 🌍 🚲 🚶

This lets swap the roads for strolls and pedals. It’s time to give our planet (and ourselves) a breath of fresh air.

Ready to slow down and explore the New Forest on two wheels? Check out our fave bike hire spots!

🚴 New Forest Cycling
🚴 The Woods Cyclery
🚴 Cyclexperience New Forest
🚴 Jaunt-E

It’s the perfect way to see the forest - no cars needed! 🌳

Check out our eco-friendly travel blog for more inspo! - Linked below

https://newforestescapes.com/getting-here/eco-friendly-travel-in-the-new-forest/



📸 Sarah Branson