2+ day, 22+ hour ago   (615+ words) A group of over 40 businesses and organisations has been brought together by one of the owners of the Mudeford Ferry to help fight pollution in Christchurch Harbour. Andrew Golding attended a recent public meeting at The Regent in the town,…...

2+ day, 22+ hour ago   (275+ words) A much-loved New Forest farm tractor has swapped the fields for the pages of a new children’s picture book. Ruby, a red Massey Ferguson which offers tractor rides at Longdown Activity Farm, is the heroine of Ruby The Farm Tractor,…...

3+ day, 16+ hour ago   (564+ words) Plans to give England’s mayors the power to impose tourist taxes will be “hugely damaging” and a “kick in the teeth” for the hospitality industry, hotel and tourism firms have warned. Premier Inn owner Whitbread and Butlin’s are among major…...

5+ day, 21+ hour ago   (294+ words) A young commoner and content creator has scored a hat trick of New Forest honours in three years. Gemma Hobbs was recognised as an eco champion in the 2026 New Forest National Park Awards, run by the national park authority (NPA)…...

1+ week, 13+ hour ago   (155+ words) Plans to demolish a Christchurch care home has been approved. Christchurch Housing Society says Avondene Care Home, which is “nearing the end of operational life”, is no longer fit for purpose and requires significant upgrades to meet modern standards. The…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (451+ words) Landmark Fordingbridge business The Railway Hotel is beginning a new chapter with a focus on food under the stewardship of experienced publican Jason Schinkel. The historic hotel reopened earlier this month under Jason, who already runs nearby The Three Lions…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (821+ words) A Forest pub will become a “honeypot” for late-night drinkers if its new hours are approved, a licensing meeting has heard. As reported, pub chain Wetherspoon is facing a backlash over plans to serve earlier pints and stay open later…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (377+ words) Advertiser and Times Letters: Sea wall work great, but pointless I enjoy greatly the Hurst Spit to Lymington sea wall, walking or cycling, so receive updates from the sea wall strategy team planning for climate change and sea level rise....

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (672+ words) Two New Forest businesses are celebrating global stardom among the top winners in the latest Guild of Fine Food’s Great Taste awards that scrutinised more than 15,000 entries. They are Hockey’s Farm Shop and Farmyard Cafe at South Gorley, near Fordingbridge,…...