Local group opposes housing plans calling for more affordable homes, and criticizes targets errors. Lymington Society Criticizes NFDC Housing Plan Ahead of Consultation A local group thinks housing plans are wrong. The Lymington Society thinks NFDC’s plan is flawed. They made a list for the council’s Local Plan review. This review guides future building. The…
St Theresa’s Church in Totton targeted. Severed deer head left. Police investigate link to similar incidents in New Forest. Deer Head Found at St Theresa’s Church in Totton Doorway Hey, listen to this weird story. Someone left a deer head at a church. It was St Theresa’s in Totton. The cross nearby was even upside…
HOOFF hosts a public meeting opposing 200 homes on a former farm site, citing traffic, green space loss, and environmental concerns. Campaigners Fight 200 Homes on Former Farm Site Near Holbury People are fighting plans for 200 homes near Holbury. The homes would go on a former farm site. This land is south of Rollestone…
A multimillion pound scheme has restored habitats and protected sites in the New Forest, benefiting wildlife and communities. New Forest Habitat Restoration Project Receives Multi Million Funding The Verderers manage the Higher Level Stewardship scheme. This program started in 2010, bringing £2 million annually into the New Forest area. Forestry England and the National Park…
Andrew Parry-Norton warns New Forest commoning faces collapse unless organizations unite and secure funding to protect traditions. New Forest Commoning Faces Bleak Future Without United Action Warns Expert The New Forest’s traditions are in danger. Organizations must work together soon. Funding problems and visitors are harming the area. Andrew Parry-Norton says it is a “perfect…
Waterside Changemakers protest Hampshire’s plan to restrict bus passes for disabled and the elderly. Petition hits 500 signatures. Petition to Halt Hampshire Bus Pass Cuts Gathers Steam Quickly A petition got 500 signatures in one week. It concerns bus pass changes for older and disabled folks. Hampshire officials plan these changes, which start April 1st.…
Chris Packham praises Hythe vets for quick action after his dog Nancy suffers from grass seed injuries. Chris Packham Lauds Seadown Vets for Swift Care of Dog Nancy Chris Packham wants people to know about grass seed dangers. His dog, Nancy, needed vet care twice because of them. He lives in the New Forest. Chris…
Residents may see schedule shifts as new £8m Hardley depot opens. Totton, Lyndhurst, & Hythe could be affected. Waste Collection Changes Possible in New Forest as New Depot Opens Folks in New Forest might see waste collection changes. A new £8 million depot is starting up, and operations are moving there. The council built this…
E-bike rental giant Voi aims to launch in Totton. It promises green travel. Affordable commuting is also touted. Voi E-Bike Rentals Plan Totton Launch For Eco-Friendly Commuting An e-bike rental program starts soon in a New Forest town. Voi, a large UK operator, picked Totton for their bikes. Voi says the bikes are safe and…
The New Forest District Council will distribute funds to projects benefiting local residents in 2025/26. New Forest Council Awards Over £270000 in Community Grants The New Forest council announced grant winners for their community grants program in 2025/26. Funding goes to projects helping local folks. The grants will boost wellbeing in the area. They also…