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Helping refugees and asylum seekers to enjoy the New Forest National Park.   My name is Hayden and I am a ranger in the New Forest. As the New Forest National Park Authority, we’re committed to ensuring the National Park is an inclusive place for all and that people within reach of the New Forest, … Continued

For people who are blind or visually impaired, the beauty of nature is experienced and accessed through all the senses. This could include feeling the sun on the skin, exploring textures with the hands, enjoying the smell of damp leaves or listening to the relaxing sound of a full river. Zoe Hanscombe, who is visually … Continued

Dave has always lived an outdoors lifestyle, however a severe stroke in October 2021 not only harmed his physical wellbeing, restricting movement down his left side, but also his mental health. Regularly going on PEDALL rides with his wife Kate has been a big step in Dave’s recovery process. Dave used to be a lecturer … Continued

People are intuitively connected to nature. As a species, we have spent most of our existence much closer to nature than we do in the present day. The pressures of modern life can mean that we spend much of our time indoors and for many, this impacts our health and sense of wellbeing. Our modern … Continued

Diagnosed with breast cancer six years ago, days before her 31st birthday and then secondary cancer months later (spread to the spine), Rosie Hellawell (37) has since found a therapeutic connection with the New Forest. Rosie and her dog Cola regularly walk in the New Forest and along the local coastline, finding a sense of serenity … Continued