Beyond Brighton
The New Forest National Park
Since 2005
About The New Forest National Park
The New Forest became a National Park in 2005. About 5,000 New Forest ponies, owned by the commoners, graze the heaths alongside cattle and pigs. Keep your distance from the animals, and don’t feed or pet them. Brockenhurst station is about 2 h 15 to 2 h 25 from Brighton, with one change (National Rail).
Why it's on our list
- Ponies and heathland
- Keep your distance
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with The New Forest National Park before you go.