For comprehensive information about the New Forest National Park
***** For information about New Forest access restrictions and related matters, check out the Forestry England website. *****
New Forest pictures from yesteryear - an introduction
The New Forest and surrounding area have for a great many years tempted talented artists and photographers to faithfully record details of local towns, villages, landscapes, sports and traditions; whilst the New Forest has also been a popular visitor destination for at least 150 years, stimulating the production of countless postcards to satisfy the demand for reminders of happy holidays.
Here, then, are some of the old pictures that tell stories of days-gone-by in this very special part of England.
Lyndhurst High Street - a very early 20th century view
showing the High Street after a fall of snow
showing the High Street after a fall of snow
Find out more about the New Forest in old pictures
Lyndhurst and Swan Green in old pictures
Quick linksNew Forest Explorers Guide - home page
More links
New Forest heritage - introduction
New Forest Heritage
Search this site
** New Forest ponies and other animals**
Sadly, 58 animals were killed - 35 ponies, 13 cows, 8 donkeys and 2 sheep, whilst a further 32 were injured - 3 pigs, 9 donkeys, 11 cows and 9 ponies.
(Forty-three accidents occurred in daylight, 15 at twilight and 101 in the dark. Twenty-seven accidents were not reported by the driver involved).
Here's just one horrific example - Three donkeys killed in collision with van at notorious New Forest blackspot (Advertiser and Times)
** Always take care when driving **