New Forest Centre
Conveniently located in Lyndhurst, the heart of the National Park, here you’ll discover everything you need to know to help you enjoy your trip to the Forest.
"What a great place to learn more about one of our favourite places in the UK!" (comment left on a recent exit poll by a visitor from Croydon)
Advice for visitors with dogs.
What’s New?
- Volunteers afternoon tea on 24 May 2012
- All about Owls!
- CAN YOU HELP? We are appealing for film footage, video or photographs of royal visits to the Forest
- Hear about Forest history and visit the ancient Court of Verderers
- Join us on a Forest walk
- Take up the National Parks Challenge!
- We're an independent charity. Click here to find out how you can support us.
The New Forest Museum is packed full of displays and activities about the New Forest National Park, including our FAMILY FUN TREE interactive exhibit. The Impressions of the New Forest National Park film show welcomes you to the New Forest Museum and sets the scene for your visit.
Our Gift Shop stocks an excellent range of local books and quality products to suit all ages and tastes. You will be sure to find the perfect gift or reminder of your visit to the New Forest.
Find our more about the National Park at the New Forest National Park Authority’s website. Follow the link above for events, a downloadable pocket guide, walks, cycle rides, information about the work of the Authority and much more.