New Forest Heritage Centre

Museum, Library, Archive, Gallery, and Café with Shop

We are an independent charitable trust and share the stories of the New Forest and its people.

Since 1988, our Centre has been a thriving hub where local residents and visitors can discover more about the New Forest, its history, its customs, its people, its wildlife and its future.

Upcoming events

  • Group of people having a discussion around a table indoors.

    Memory Works Hampshire

    Weekly sessions.

    The sessions will provide mental and memory stimulation, allowing participants to experience the learning process once again. CST is a group approach and builds self-esteem and confidence to join conversations and share interests.

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  • Law & Order In the New Forest

    25-10-25 to 02-12-25

    An Exhibition charting crime and justice in the Forest from 1087 to present day.

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  • Exhibition by Kamil Woj

    05-12-25 to 31-12-25

    Kamil came to the UK from Poland in 2005 for artistic and personal development. He is a professional musician by trade and has recently found a passion for painting. He spends much of his time painting in the New Forest. His art reflects his emotions and his own life experiences. This is the first opportunity he has been given to exhibit his work in a public space.

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Contact Us

Hours
April to October Monday - Sunday 10am - 5pm

November to March Monday - Sunday
10am - 4pm

Location
New Forest Heritage Centre Main Car Park Lyndhurst SO43 7NY