New Forest

American

noun

a forest region in S England, in Hampshire: national park. 145 sq. mi. (376 sq. km).

New Forest British

noun

a region of woodland and heath in S England, in SW Hampshire: a hunting ground of the West Saxon kings; tourist area, noted for its ponies; made into a national park in 2005. Area: 336 sq km (130 sq miles)

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Prof Russell Wynn, Director of Wild New Forest, said the Little Arboreal Ladybird's had been found in moth traps across the New Forest but "there were no confirmed British Records prior to this influx".

From BBC • Sep. 14, 2025

The New Forest is home to ancient woodland, fens, heaths and bogs, making it a diverse habitat.

From BBC • Sep. 14, 2025

The Childline founder, who lives in the New Forest in Hampshire, said if her family went with her, they risked being prosecuted for assisting her death.

From BBC • Nov. 29, 2024

A former star of Australian soap Neighbours has been criticised for a video showing her touching and stroking free-roaming animals in the New Forest.

From BBC • May 15, 2024

Lancelot knew that the King had gone to hunt in the New Forest, so he was sure that the Queen would send for him.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White

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