Half term on the horizon: Children of the New Forest. January 2010

Any child is unlikely to find a ‘keep off the grass’ on these 145 square miles of open landscape. Bring the bikes and enjoy as a family the simple plreasures of setting out with map and compass.

Yes, nearly the final hour, but still time to pack the kids and escape to the country. New Forest Living has properties that tick all the boxes for an active February half term holiday, set in real famous five territory. Bring the bikes to explore the surrounding lightly wooded and heathland tracks and be back in time for tea with lashings of ginger beer.

Plum Cottage Hyde; For cosy evenings back at base, Plum Cottage has a woodburning fire. Sleeps: 4 + cot w/c 12th February £595

Border Cottage Sway; A great location for a family focused half term. Wood burning fire. Sleeps: 4 + cot w/c 12th February £565. Doggie friendly, so Timmy can come too.

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