Picture of the New Forest National Park from a drone

Facilities

There is free parking in a large car park on site. Please note, on busy days this will be on a first come basis.

We welcome wheelchair and mobility scooter users and visitors with limited mobility. However, the woodland trails and natural forest environment may pose difficulties for some visitors. Please telephone the park prior to your visit to discuss your requirements, and we’ll do our best to help.

We offer discounted rates to visitors with disabilities and their carers (one carer per visiting adult or child with disabilities or special educational needs). Proof of disability can include a Blue Badge, Access Card or similar, DWP letter (i.e PIP, DLA), statement of special educational needs from a LEA, or a letter from a medical professional on NHS headed paper stating carer required.

Now you can visit New Forest Wildlife Park without a car. During the summer months the New Forest Tour open-top bus (Red Route) will take you right to our door. You can enjoy grandstand views of the New Forest along the way, hopping on and off at various villages and attractions when you wish.

July 1st 2023 to September 17th 2023 - the New Forest Tour Bus also gives you discounts on entry prices.

Find out more at thenewforesttour.info

Only Registered Assistance Dogs are welcome to visit New Forest Wildlife Park 

All dogs must wear their harness/uniform and be on a short lead where applicable.

Assistance dog identification/registration may be requested.

For the welfare of our wolves, lynx and free-roaming wallabies, dogs are not allowed to walk through Wallaby Wood

Please ensure your dog does not upset other visitors or our animals.

We have toilets are located at the entrance to the park and midway through. There are maps around the park to help you locate them

Baby changing facilities are at the entrance.

children on a climbing bridge

Explore our Go Wild Playgrounds!

Let the kids run wild in our two adventure playparks filled with climbing frames, swings and fun!

Adventure Playgrounds

Family eating the the Forest Kitchen Restaurant at New Forest Wildlife Park

Forest Kitchen Restaurant

Why not stop for a snack at the Forest Kitchen Restaurant. Offering a variety of sandwiches, children's lunch boxes, drinks amd treats!

Forest Kitchen Restaurant

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