http://pressroom.prlog.org/NewForestNationalPrk/About New Forest National Park Authority - The New Forest National Park lies mainly in south-west Hampshire; it is famous for its stunning landscapes,wildlife,coastline & picturesque villages. It is the eighth national park in England and the first in the south-east to be created for nearly 50yrs. http://www.prlog.org/12138105-teaching-future-generations-about-litter.htmlOver 16,000 pupils have learnt about the damaging effects of litter on the New Forest during the last five years.Wed, 15 May 2013 15:14:19 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12136122-multicultural-forest-exhibition-at-the-new-forest-centre.htmlStunning landscapes, beautiful views and an abundance of wildlife are just some of the many things people love when they visit the New Forest.Mon, 13 May 2013 09:47:09 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12136119-more-time-for-discussions-on-unique-new-forest-landscape.htmlPeople interested in preserving the character of the New Forest now have more time to give their feedback on the New Forest National Park Authority’s draft Landscape Action Plan.Mon, 13 May 2013 09:43:37 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12130047-national-park-staff-take-on-commuter-challenge.htmlStaff at the New Forest National Park Authority are leaving their cars at home and travelling to work by walking, cycling and catching a train.Thu, 02 May 2013 13:55:24 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12130040-new-forest-open-art-competition.htmlThe New Forest is world-renowned for its stunning landscape, picture postcard views and magnificent wildlife.Thu, 02 May 2013 13:46:09 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12123876-new-train-station-nameplates-greet-passengers-to-the-new-forest-national-park.htmlNew nameplates have been put up at rail stations to greet train passengers arriving at New Forest National Park gateway stations.Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:11:26 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12112030-new-forest-households-try-wood-fuel-to-escape-rising-fuel-costs.htmlAs fuel costs rise year on year, a small but growing band of New Forest residents who want cheaper, cleaner energy are increasingly looking at wood fuel boilers as an alternative to fossil fuels and the national...Thu, 04 Apr 2013 10:09:30 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12105552-views-sought-on-preserving-the-character-of-ashurst-and-colbury-villages.htmlLinks to 13th century monks, a speech from a future prime minister at the local railway station, and a hospital for wounded soldiers are part of the fascinating village facts unearthed by Ashurst and Colbury residents in the New...Mon, 25 Mar 2013 15:44:25 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12103360-third-new-forest-tour-route-for-2013-season.htmlThe new blue route will explore the south west of the New Forest, including Keyhaven, Milford on Sea, Barton on Sea, and New Milton, as well as holiday parks, campsites and attractions such as New Forest Cider at Burley.Thu, 21 Mar 2013 12:25:54 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12103213-the-kings-diary-secret-day-visit-revealed.htmlHis Majesty King George VI visited the naval training base, HMS Mastodon, at Exbury as last minute preparations were being made for the Normandy landings during World War II.Thu, 21 Mar 2013 09:06:49 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12093110-fair-helps-recruit-new-volunteers.htmlNearly 300 people came to find out how they could make a difference in the New Forest at the third annual volunteer.Wed, 06 Mar 2013 12:11:32 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12093028-scrap-book-by-german-prisoners-discovered-in-the-new-forest.htmlA scrap book of sketches, poems and Christmas greetings by German prisoners of war has been unearthed in the New Forest thanks to a project run by the New Forest National Park Authority.Wed, 06 Mar 2013 09:59:04 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12091414-future-of-wood-fuel-in-the-new-forest.htmlOver 100 people attended a day of talks, walks, presentations and site visits to encourage wood fuel production in the New Forest National Park.Mon, 04 Mar 2013 15:43:03 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12088553-national-park-authority-seeks-exemption-to-planning-reforms-to-safeguard-local-jobs.htmlThe New Forest National Park Authority has asked the Government for an exemption from proposed rules which would allow offices to be turned into homes without the need for planning permission.Wed, 27 Feb 2013 17:31:11 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12088551-consultation-on-draft-local-enforcement-plan.htmlYour views are wanted on a draft Local Enforcement Plan by the New Forest National Park Authority.Wed, 27 Feb 2013 17:29:06 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12082770-find-out-how-to-become-new-forest-volunteer.htmlPeople with a passion for the New Forest are invited to a Volunteer Fair showcasing the best of volunteering opportunities in the National Park.Tue, 19 Feb 2013 15:16:07 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12074471-grants-for-sustainable-transport-in-the-new-forest-national-park.htmlBusinesses or projects which aim to tempt people out of their cars could be in line for a grant of up to £15,000 from the New Forest National Park Authority.Wed, 06 Feb 2013 10:31:07 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12069884-call-for-volunteer-organisations.htmlA free event to encourage local people to learn new skills and take on new challenges is back for a third successful year.Wed, 30 Jan 2013 16:07:46 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12056749-windows-replaced-on-prominent-grade-ii-listed-building.htmlA grade II listed building on Lyndhurst High Street has been restored to its former glory following successful enforcement action by the New Forest National Park AuthorityThu, 10 Jan 2013 11:31:54 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12045374-free-courses-for-commoners-farmers-and-landowners.htmlFree courses are on offer for commoners, farmers, landowners and anyone with an interest in woodland management in the New Forest and Avon Valley.Tue, 18 Dec 2012 15:10:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12040927-new-local-information-points-wanted.htmlIf you love talking about the New Forest and own a shop, post office or business in Ashurst or Milford on Sea, the New Forest National Park Authority would like to hear from you.Tue, 11 Dec 2012 15:37:13 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12040689-christmas-fair-huge-success-at-new-park.htmlChristmas carols, a brass band, mulled wine and a warm welcome were on offer this weekend to visitors of New Park near Brockenhurst.Tue, 11 Dec 2012 09:55:22 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12037151-sustainability-award-for-local-restaurant.htmlA New Forest restaurant and hotel has scooped a top accolade at this year’s ‘Brilliance in Business Awards’ for its commitment to the environment.Wed, 05 Dec 2012 15:31:19 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12033926-working-with-local-communities-to-increase-wildlife.htmlA one year pilot project to encourage local communities to identify wildlife habitats such as grassland, hedgerows, ponds, rivers and woodland is now looking for volunteers.Fri, 30 Nov 2012 10:30:55 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12032157-forest-christmas-treasure-trail-marks-first-christmas-fair.htmlTop prizes are on offer to anyone who finds a gold Christmas decoration hidden in the New Forest National Park from Friday 30 November to Friday 7 December, to celebrate the first Christmas Fair at New Park near Brockenhurst.Wed, 28 Nov 2012 10:26:17 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12026154-distressing-number-of-animal-accidents-in-the-last-fortnight.htmlThe New Forest National Park Authority and Verderers are asking drivers to be more careful when driving through the New Forest, following a surge of animal accidents during November.Mon, 19 Nov 2012 10:33:27 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12021235-new-forest-tour-receives-global-tourism-award.htmlThe New Forest Tour is celebrating after being awarded a highly commended at the 2012 Virgin Holiday Responsible Tourism Awards – the Oscars of the responsible tourism industry.Mon, 12 Nov 2012 14:38:25 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12001902-drive-safely-across-the-new-forest-this-winter.htmlPeople who regularly drive across the New Forest are being urged to drive extra carefully this winter.Wed, 17 Oct 2012 14:33:10 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12000420-new-tree-service-for-new-forest.htmlFrom 5 November 2012 all tree-related matters in the New Forest will be handled by the New Forest National Park Authority.Tue, 16 Oct 2012 08:48:55 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11996110-making-sustainable-living-easy-in-the-new-forest-national-park.htmlBy embracing renewable technologies local resident Dan Fish and his wife Jane live in the New Forest National Park virtually carbon free.Wed, 10 Oct 2012 15:11:07 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11996101-new-forest-tour-shortlisted-for-global-tourism-award.htmlThe New Forest Tour has been shortlisted for the 2012 Virgin Holiday Responsible Tourism Awards – the Oscars of the ‘responsible tourism’ world.Wed, 10 Oct 2012 15:03:01 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11989180-eco-property-open-day-in-the-new-forest-national-park.htmlFind out how to save money on your energy bills at the second free ‘Green Open Doors’ weekend.Tue, 02 Oct 2012 14:36:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11989141-new-forest-national-park-authority-gold-winner-in-2012-wessex-cipr-pride-awards.htmlThe New Forest National Park Authority is celebrating after receiving an external publications ‘oscar’ for its newspaper Park life.Tue, 02 Oct 2012 14:00:15 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11989131-new-guidance-on-standards-for-national-park-development.htmlA new document that sets out the required standards for development, such as new housing, has been adopted by the New Forest National Park Authority.Tue, 02 Oct 2012 13:50:59 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11979483-local-traders-wanted-for-new-forest-christmas-fair.htmlIf you sell delicious tasty food or crafty gifts and would like to be part of a Christmas Fair nestled amongst the trees at New Park in Brockenhurst then the New Forest Marque would like to hear from you.Thu, 20 Sep 2012 09:27:42 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11966185-national-award-for-new-forest-pub.htmlThe New Forest Marque is celebrating today after one of its long-term members – The Royal Oak at Fritham – has been voted national ‘Country Pub of the Year’, by the Good Pub Guide.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 15:25:45 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11963692-new-forest-tour-season-extended.htmlDue to popular demand, and the most successful August ever, the New Forest Tour has been extended to Sunday 14 October.Fri, 31 Aug 2012 09:37:39 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11958104-success-for-new-forest-marque-members-at-the-hampshire-life-food-and-drink-awards.htmlTwo members of the New Forest Marque are celebrating after winning at the Hampshire Life Food and Drink Awards last night (Thursday 23 August).Fri, 24 Aug 2012 13:22:12 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11954633-sculpture-unveiling-marks-beginning-of-national-pilot-project-celebrating-new-forest-rivers.htmlBecton Bunny, Jacobs Gutter, Highland Water and Dark Water * – these are just some of the streams in the New Forest which are as fascinating as their names.Tue, 21 Aug 2012 08:15:09 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11951393-kids-go-free-on-new-forest-tour-for-one-day-only.htmlFor the first time ever children under 15 accompanied by an adult can travel on the New Forest Tour for free on Thursday 23 August – a saving of £5 per child.Thu, 16 Aug 2012 13:40:49 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11951391-discover-the-new-forest-national-park-in-day.htmlPut Thursday 23 August in your diary for a jam-packed day of excitement, events and everything you ever wanted to know about the New Forest National Park.Thu, 16 Aug 2012 13:36:53 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11933479-wildlife-to-benefit-from-funding-boost.htmlWildlife hotspots and important habitats will be the focus of a new project in the New Forest thanks to European funding.Wed, 25 Jul 2012 10:43:38 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11932422-discover-the-new-forest-in-nutshell.htmlHave you ever wondered how many ponies there are in the New Forest? How was the New Forest created? What special creatures live here?Tue, 24 Jul 2012 10:24:13 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11929763-making-promise-to-the-environment.htmlTourism businesses who have made a commitment to protecting the New Forest attended a training day organised by the New Forest National Park Authority.Fri, 20 Jul 2012 10:41:38 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11927872-top-marks-for-education-team-at-the-new-forest-national-park-authority.htmlThe term has ended and the New Forest National Park Authority Education Team’s end-of-year report is bursting with achievements.Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:12:12 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11927780-explore-the-new-forest-on-shoe-string.htmlRecent research by charity ‘Family Action’ states that many families will be ‘stuck at home’ this summer as the cost of family day trips rocket.Wed, 18 Jul 2012 13:52:50 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11925389-new-faces-making-their-marque.htmlA scheme designed to support local producers and farmers is celebrating after 13 new businesses have recently signed up.Mon, 16 Jul 2012 12:58:08 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11917709-celebrate-the-festival-of-british-archaeology-in-the-new-forest.htmlDiscover the secrets of the New Forest by coming along to an event celebrating the annual Festival of British Archaeology.Fri, 06 Jul 2012 13:54:22 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11916801-new-faces-helping-to-improve-access-to-the-new-forest.htmlFour new members have joined the New Forest Access Forum, an independent statutory organisation that gives advice on improving access opportunities for walking, cycling, horse riding and other open-air recreation.Thu, 05 Jul 2012 15:12:59 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11915968-community-works-to-protect-parish-identity.htmlHyde villagers who captured the character of their local community have had their design guidelines for new development formally adopted by the New Forest National Park AuthorityWed, 04 Jul 2012 12:56:43 GMT