Bluetongue Virus warning to New Forest commoners

New Forest commoners are being warned to be vigilant about the rise in Bluetongue Virus (BTV), as the control zone for the disease has entered Hampshire. BTV is a non-contagious, viral disease affecting domestic and wild ruminants (sheep, cattle, goats,…

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Foresty England Presentment - 18/09/24

Forestry England presentment to the Verderers Court 18/09/2024 – A proposal for promoting responsible cycling and improving the New Forest off road cycle network Download Map Supporting Information for FE Deputy Surveyor Presentment 8-09-24 Download Info Statutory Consultee Responses Natural…

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Agisters Areas

Some Agisters’ Areas are Changing As from the 1st January 2024, some of the Agisters’ areas have altered.  The areas affected by the changes are covered by Mike Lovell, Mike Maton and Peter Rix.  Jonathan Gerrelli’s and Robert Maton’s areas…

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Strangles - A guide for horse owners and visitors

STRANGLES & THE NEW FOREST   A guide for horse owners in the New Forest and visitors considering bringing their horses with them on holiday   From time to time an outbreak of strangles occurs in the semi-feral New Forest…

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