A Unique Work of Art
The New Forest Embroidery was commissioned by the New Forest Association in 1979 to commemorate the 900th anniversary of the creation of the New Forest.
It was designed by Belinda, Lady Montagu, and created by her with a team of more than 50 helpers. It is 25 foot long (7.6 metres) and just over 2 feet deep. It shows the most important historical events in the Forest, set against a background of Forest flora and fauna.