# Event Details - **Event Name**: Ponies of the New Forest National Park Day Hike - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 23 Nov, 2025 at 07:45 am – Sun, 23 Nov, 2025 at 06:30 pm - **Event Description**: Step back in time with us and discover the charm and natural beauty of the New Forest National Park!About this EventThe New Forest became a national park in 2005 and was once a royal hunting ground for William the Conqueror. On this day hike, we'll explore vast tracts of unspoilt woodland, heathland and the river valleys of the New Forest National Park and see the famous and much-loved New Forest ponies that continue to roam freely throughout much of the open forest.We'll visit the delightful New Forest villages of Lyndhurst – the ‘Capital’ of the New Forest, and Brockenhurst – home to ponies, deer, donkeys and cows – all of which are known to roam the main street. See a recent article about a pony walking into a bar for drinks ??:https://www.itv.com/news/meridian/2018-09-07/new-forest-pony-walks-into-bar-and-joins-drinkersThis hike is perfect for BEGINNERS – it’s completely flat and follows excellent trails!DISTANCE & DIFFICULTYDistance: 10 miles (16km).Ascent: 150m.Difficulty: Easy.ITINERARY07:45 Meet outside Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR (a five-minute walk from Hammersmith Station)08:00 Sharp departure10:00-15:30 Hike through the New Forest National Park, with a lunch stop at the picturesque village of Brockenhurst15:30-16:30 Drinks and refreshments in Lyndhurst, the ‘Capital’ of the New Forest16:30 Departure18:30 London, HammersmithTRANSPORTAs on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus.THE PRICE INCLUDESTransport throughout the tripExperienced, professional PSV minibus driverGuiding on all hiking routes by an experienced and qualified Lowland LeaderProfessional event organisationGroup first aid kit with qualified first aidersAdmin fee20% VATTHE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDEPersonal insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects, and personal trekking insurance)HOW TO CONTACT USFor all enquiries, please email us at info@lshiking.co.uk We'll usually get back to you within 4 hours.WHAT TO BRINGSuitable hiking shoes with ankle supportWaterproof and windproof jacket and trousers (if there is a chance of rain)Water (min 1L)Packed lunch (optional)Walking poles (optional)Gaiters (optional)REVIEWS ⭐We have hosted over 500 events on Meetup, you have left us a huge number of positive reviews! 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Feel free to use for inspiration on where to go next!Facebook group link and InstagramREFUND POLICYYou can check our refund policy here. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/77a310b0-c30a-11f0-a572-671c7f3c2484-rimg-w987-h740-dcbfa75d-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/77f06d60-c30a-11f0-a910-95791c534b8f-rimg-w1110-h740-dc7d7745-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/e90084e0-c30a-11f0-a572-671c7f3c2484-rimg-w1110-h740-dc96918d-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/e93f89b0-c30a-11f0-a910-95791c534b8f-rimg-w1110-h740-dc181a15-gmir.jpg Agenda?: 07:45 AMMeet outside Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR?: 08:00 AMSharp departure?: 10:00 AM - 03:30 PMHike through the New Forest National Park?: 03:30 PM - 04:30 PMDrinks and refreshments in Lyndhurst, the ‘Capital’ of the New Forest?: 04:30 PMDeparture?: 06:30 PMLondon, Hammersmith - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/ponies-of-the-new-forest-national-park-day-hike/100001970658516672 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, trekking, meetups, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - Duration: 10 hours 45 minutes - Location: Novotel London West - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 85.21, max: 85.21, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Novotel London West - **lat**: 51.4920519 - **long**: -0.2204975 - **full address**: Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Ponies of the New Forest National Park Day Hike - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/096fe6c5b65539f4b4d465d5ff68c494195a9ca0b533f68264af93de22d147f0-rimg-w1200-h675-dceff0f1-gmir.jpg?v=1763375208 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Ponies of the New Forest National Park Day Hike being held? - **A:** Ponies of the New Forest National Park Day Hike takes place on Sun, 23 Nov, 2025 at 07:45 am to Sun, 23 Nov, 2025 at 06:30 pm at Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Ponies of the New Forest National Park Day Hike? - **A:** Tickets for Ponies of the New Forest National Park Day Hike are priced at GBP 85 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionGBP 85 + GBP 7 feeAvailable - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Ponies of the New Forest National Park Day Hike? - **A:** Ponies of the New Forest National Park Day Hike is strictly for guests aged 18 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 18 will not be admitted. 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