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Natural England chief executive makes first visit to the New Forest

James Cross was welcomed by partner organisations on his first visit to the New Forest National Park. He met a number of local stakeholders to discuss working together to protect the area’s landscapes, species and…

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Multi-million pound scheme enhances New Forest’s world renowned habitats

England’s largest environmental improvement scheme has reached its halfway point, after five years of impressive achievements in the New Forest. The New Forest Higher Level Stewardship (HLS) scheme funds projects to support commoners and conserve…

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Laser mapping uncovers hidden secrets of the New Forest

Ancient secrets of the New Forest have been revealed thanks to high-tech images beamed back by lasers from aircraft. More than 3,500 new archaeological sites and monuments have been uncovered in the New Forest National…

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New Forest confirmed as UK stronghold for mystical bird

One of our most mystical native birds, the rare nightjar, appears to be thriving in the New Forest following historic declines in the rest of the UK. Early results of a survey jointly funded by…

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