Road traffic accidents
To report Road Traffic Accidents involving Forest stock (ponies, cattle, pigs, sheep and donkeys) – ring the Police on 999.
Sick or Dead animals
For sick, injured or dead pony, cow, donkey, pig or sheep (other than an RTA), call 02380 282052 during normal office hours, or 0300 067 4600 at other times.
Incidents involving Deer, Wild Camping, BBQs & camp fires, Fly Tipping, Off-road vehicles and Un-authorised access to land.
Report to Forestry England 0300 067 4600
Commoning in the New Forest refers to the traditional practice where local people, known as “commoners,” have the legal right to use the land for specific purposes, such as grazing their livestock or collecting resources. This centuries-old system is central to the cultural and ecological fabric of the New Forest.
The Verderers of the New Forest are an ancient and unique governing body responsible for protecting and managing the traditional rights, landscape, and ecology of the New Forest in southern England. They play a central role in overseeing commoning practices
An Agister in the New Forest is an official responsible for managing the welfare of livestock grazing on the open forest. They play a key role in supporting the traditional practice of commoning and ensuring the well-being of the animals that roam freely within the forest boundaries.
The Verderers publish regular announcements that include, protecting communing rights, managing livestock, conservation and environmental issues, resolving disputes, education and monitoring developments with the New Forest.
