I thought I’d heard it faintly, way off in the distance. And then, a moment later, I saw it, far away, tracing that low, arching flight path typical of a cuckoo … More First Cuckoo: The Fame That Flew Away
Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary does what it says on the tin. This is the place to go in the New Forest to be sure of seeing deer, particularly fallow deer … More The Shy Side Of Bolderwood: A Game of Hide-and-Seek with Fallow Deer
At Stagbrake Hill, New Forest, two ponies graze peacefully at dawn, maintaining the landscape by cropping grass and bracken. The scene is beautifully illuminated by the warm morning sun. … More Ponies at dawn: A New Forest Sunrise
Bolderwood in New Forest showcases fallow deer, discrete yet significant creatures. Stags are bold, does elusive, both vital to the ecosystem. Photography requires patience and technique amidst vibrant seasonal flora. … More Fallow Deer: The Gentle Giants
On a clear winter afternoon, a photographer captures a solitary pony grazing near the Canadian Memorial, highlighting the beauty of abstract landscapes even without dramatic lighting or color. … More Winter Reflections: A Moment in the New Forest
The Dartford Warbler, a rare New Forest inhabitant, is challenging to spot due to its secretive nature. Despite past population declines, it has recently recovered but remains vulnerable. … More Dartford Warbler: A Rare Encounter
In Bolderwood, New Forest, the tranquil atmosphere hosts majestic fallow deer stags whose antlers symbolise growth and power. This sanctuary reflects the evolving relationship between humans and nature since the 11th century. … More Whispers of the Hunt: A Summer’s Day With the New Forest Deer
On a misty spring morning at Whitefield Moor, New Forest ponies create rhythmic harmony as they graze, shaping the landscape with their movements, beautifully silhouetted against the rising sun. … More Sunrise Symphony: Ponies Grazing on Whitefield Moor
Calshot Beach has transformed from a smelly, tar-laden shore to a beautiful spot with golden sand and clear water. This change highlights environmental recovery but also raises concerns about global warming effects. … More Calshot’s Coastal Rebirth: A Nostalgic Journey from Tar Balls to Sea Lemons
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