Autumn Breaks in The New Forest
Escape to the New Forest this autumn for a peaceful getaway surrounded by fall colours. With sweeping forests, heathland trails, and charming villages, it’s a beautiful place to spend the autumn months.
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Autumn Walks in The New Forest
Crisp autumn days are perfect for scenic walks and bike rides. Watch the leaves transform into vivid shades of amber, red and gold. Some recommended routes include:
• The Avon Valley Path – Follow the River Avon from Fordingbridge through woodland and meadows ablaze with colour. Stop for a pub lunch at one of the inns in the riverside villages.
• Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary – Spot New Forest ponies and native deer against a backdrop of autumnal oaks and beeches. Download the park’s smartphone app for interactive trails.
• Lepe Country Park to Calshot Beach – Stroll through coastal woodland to vast open heathland. End at the shingle beach for views across the Solent.
Bring your camera to capture the autumn vistas. Remember to dress for the changing weather!
Autumn Events in The New Forest
The New Forest plays host to some delightful autumn events, including:
• The New Forest Walking Festival (October) – Join guided walks and foraging adventures over two weeks. Spot seasonal wildlife and fungi.
• Waterside Music Festival (Late October) – Live folk, rock and blues performances in pubs and halls across the Forest.
• New Forest Fungi Forays (October-November) – Expert-led mushroom hunts through Epping and Sloden Inclosure.
Christmas markets pop up in late November where you can browse local arts, crafts and produce. Stock the holiday cottage up with hampers and gifts!
Autumn Activities in The New Forest
While the weather may be cooler, there’s still plenty to enjoy:
- Horse riding – Wrapped up in jackets, exploring woodland trails.
- Cycling – Crisp air makes for an invigorating ride. Bike hire available.
- Water sports – Sailing, kayaking and paddleboarding with wetsuits!
- Spa days – Unwind with massages and beauty treatments.
- Shooting – Try clay pigeon shooting at one of the activity centres.
- Shopping – Check out Lymington’s boutiques, galleries and Saturday market.
Get cosy back at your holiday cottage after full days out. Light the fireplace and play board games as a family. Blissful!
Escape the city and book an enchanting autumnal break in the New Forest. Browse our collection of holiday cottages perfect for the fall season.