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The New Forest National Park Authority and partners are asking people to please consider New Forest animals this Bonfire Night. Due to the current Coronavirus lockdown, most organised fireworks displays have been cancelled this year, with fears that it could encourage more celebrating at home. Residents in the New Forest are being asked to be … Continued
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The New Forest National Park Authority is calling for nominations for its prestigious Building Design Awards 2021. The New Forest’s distinctive and attractive buildings play an important role in the area’s unique character. These annual awards celebrate high-quality new developments and the contribution that good design makes to the Forest. The Authority is asking people … Continued
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The New Forest National Park Authority has responded to the Government’s Planning for the Future White Paper which proposes radical changes to the planning system throughout England. In August the Government launched a consultation on wide-ranging and fundamental planning reforms across the country. Members of the New Forest NPA responded this week, after considering the submission … Continued
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Forest organisations are calling for people to respect the New Forest National Park ahead of the October half term break. As large numbers of people are expected over the week-long school holiday, visitors are asked to enjoy their stay safely and help protect the rare habitats and wildlife of the National Park. Increased numbers of … Continued
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As the nights draw in, drivers using New Forest roads are reminded that animal accidents increase in the lead up to Christmas, with November being the deadliest month for livestock. Commuters are urged to be vigilant as accidents involving animals in the Forest peak between 5pm and 8pm on weekdays in the winter months. They … Continued
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Professor Gavin Parker has been elected as the new Chairman for the New Forest National Park Authority. Gavin is Professor of Planning at the University of Reading where he has specialised in countryside planning and community engagement research. He has published widely on topics relevant to the work of the National Park. Born and brought … Continued
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The New Forest National Park Authority and the CLA have announced the winners of their 2020 New Forest Awards. Now in their eighth year, the awards celebrate the wonderful people who help sustain the New Forest’s environment and rural economy, ensuring it thrives and is fit for the future. Throughout the challenges of Covid-19, they … Continued
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Our 22 members meet regularly to make decisions on matters relating to what we do as a National Park Authority. These meetings take place throughout the year and are open to the public. While they usually take place at Lymington Town Hall, during the restrictions around COVID-19, we will be having virtual meetings which will be … Continued
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The New Forest National Park Authority is looking for people to help promote and maintain high standards of conduct amongst its members. The successful candidates will play a key role in standards matters, including the conduct of New Forest National Park Authority board members. The views of an Independent Person are sought and taken into … Continued
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The New Forest National Park Authority has changed its popular annual walking festival to a self-guided two-week walking and cycling event and is encouraging people to step outside with the help of a range of resources. The festival has been running for seven years and normally has around 80 guided walks with experts who help … Continued
Keep your distance from the animals and don't feed or pet them - you may be fined.
Keep your distance from the animals and don't feed or pet them - you may be fined.
Keep your distance from the animals and don't feed or pet them - you may be fined.
Keep your distance from the animals and don't feed or pet them - you may be fined.
