New forest in Purple flowers hike: Brockenhurst to the coast, a horses paradise

Join me for a stunning trip to one of England's eldest forest, the famous NEW FOREST national park... yes I know, it is contradictory, how can an old forest be new you would ask?
Well, it is very simple, when William the Conqueror created England, well, invaded this little island of ours, he was a bit of a Queen and liked to pick some places for his own pleasure and this is when he picked the area in 1079AD, one of the most impressive woodlands on this little island and he named it 'Nova Foresta', as his private hunting ground. The name has stayed for now almost 1000 years. While initially intended for the king's exclusive use, with strict laws and penalties for those who violated them, the forest has evolved over time, becoming a national park and a place where commoners' rights were gradually restored. for many years, venison were only hunted by King and friends, the area was filled with deer and wild animals of all sorts and is still, to this day a heaven for red, roe and fallow deer, muntjac, foxes, badgers and birds of all sorts.
A bit later, commoners were allowed to let their horses, donkeys and New forest ponies, a breed that originates from the area, to room for free all over the land meaning that tens of thousands of these horses can still be seen to this day running through the purple heather and the lush woodlands giving the area a unique atmosphere.

NOW, the New forest is not only covered with woodlands but also with heaths, meaning that heather, a purple flower bush is now covering the almost entirety of the pasture and this time of the year is the best to enjoy the national parc in all its glory. England has some of the world's most stunning heath lands and the New forest must be one of its most famous.

This hike is a big tick on your list of England's most famous hiking trails and a glorious one so why not join us for a walk through a fairy tale?
This hike will connect the New Forest trail to the Solent way where we will have a short stroll along the sea with some glorious views of the Isle of Wight and is one of my most varied. So if you like forests, seaside, wildlife, pretty villages, horses, horse horses, deer and local food, join us on this gorgeous trail!

INFORMATION:
PRICE: £17 via Paypal for the guide fee
Around £45 in cash on the day for the fast train. . Please arrive on time or you will have to buy your own ticket which cost £25 extra.
DIFFICULTY:
Easy/medium, about 14 miles/21km pretty flat
INCLUDED:
- Guided hike
NOT INCLUDED:
- Food
- Transport(We will buy a discounted group ticket on the day.
- Anything not mentioned above
WHAT TO BRING:
Waterproof shoes for the hike, preferably hiking shoes, Weather appropriate clothes, including waterproofs if there is a chance of rain
Guys, it is winter and it will be muddy!
Plenty of water
Packed lunch and some snacks.

MEETING POINT:
London Waterloo rail station at 09:00am Please do not be late.
PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU CHECK THIS PAGE AGAIN 2 DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE AS THE DEPARTURE STATION IS ONLY CONFIRMED BY SW TRAINS ON THE THURSDAY OR FRIDAY.
ATTENTION:
Our trips will not be cancelled due to weather conditions so please ensure that you do wear and carry appropriate clothing. 😄
POLICIES:
1: This group is designed for the pleasure and enjoyment of all of us, we do not accept any derogatory comments or behaviours towards anyone. Racism, discrimination and other unacceptable behaviours will only lead to your rejection of any of our trips and this is without exception. Everyone is welcome, we have religious and non-religious people, gay, straight, bisexual people, all shades and colours or nationalities, people of all ages, sex and political beliefs and mutual respect is the fundamental spirit of this group.
2: Our trips are only refundable up to 14 days before departure, if you wish to cancel after that, you will be offered a transfer to another trip for the same price or you may resell your slot to somebody else.
3: If we do cancel the entirety of the trip on our site, you will be fully refunded
4: In the event of train cancellations, I am not responsible and will not pay for taxis or means of transport, refunds are not possible and by signing up to this trip, you agree to it.
- All my love