Hampshire in the South of England is home to the New Forest. The New Forest is located close to Bournemouth and Southampton and has some of the most beautiful countryside in the UK. There is a wealth of great family activities nearby that you can visit. Some of the top ones in the area are the Beaulieu Motor Museum, Marwell Zoo and Paultons Park all are a stones throw away from the centre of the New Forest. The New Forest is also the perfect holiday destination for cyclists, ramblers and equestrian enthusiasts. The terrain of the New Forest is the perfect for long cycling trips, horse rides or long summer walks. It is also home to a whole host of wildlife from the free roaming horses and deer to owls and ducks. There are things to do and see for all visitors to the New Forest both young and old. If you are thinking of visiting the New Forest then here are 3 tips for getting the most out of your visit.

1. Take A Tour And Get A Discount - You will find a variety of different types of guided tours of the New Forest. There is an open bus tour that will take you to all the different attractions and has a guide that will give you details of each areas features. The other great thing about this tour is that you receive discounts on a lot of the attractions so it would be wise to take the tour at the start of your trip.

2. Holiday Cottages - There are a lot of different accommodation options for visitors to the New Forest from hotels to bed and breakfasts. One of the best for a family is to stay in New Forest holiday cottages. The good thing about cottages in the New Forest is that you can enjoy your break at your own pace with all the comforts of home. There are a great number of luxury cottages in the New Forest that allow you to take your dog too so the whole family can stay.

3. Enjoy A Local Breakfast - If you want an early morning taste sensation then I would recommend the New Forest Breakfast. It was created by a top chef and is made from a mix of locally sourced organic ingredients. The breakfast is available in a wide range of restaurants, hotels and at attractions so make sure you try it.