An Update on Overalls for our BattleZone Sessions

An Update on Overalls for our BattleZone Sessions

23 November 2022

Like many businesses, New Forest Activities' costs are rising. In particular, the cost to wash and dry our BattleZone overalls has tripled in the last couple of months.

A team taking part in a low ropes activity

Are Team Building Events Tax Deductible?

28 June 2022

Team Building is a necessity, but it can become expensive with tax on top of the cost per head. Luckily, HMRC does provide limited tax relief for hosting an annual event for your business. Your business must meet certain requirements, which you can find more information about here.

Man falling from a canoe.

Our Favourite Party Games to Take Your Stag or Hen party to the Next Level

03 August 2021

So you’ve decided on your guest list, theme, and location but have no idea what games to plan so the excitement of the night never reaches a low. We’ve done our research and made a list of our favourite ones that will suit the whole party.

An adult social group in front of several canoes.

Our Top Tips on Planning an Adult Social Event

03 August 2021

Planning an adult social event can seem daunting, and with the task being given to only one person in the group (we’re guessing that lucky person is you…) the stress increases. Don’t panic yet! We’ve come up with our top tips to make sure everyone has the best experience, including the organiser.

Lady with dog in a canadian-style canoe.

Our Dog-Friendly Guide to Beaulieu and Brockenhurst

02 August 2021

The New Forest is undoubtedly one of the most dog friendly places, but sometimes it can feel as if you’re venturing down the same walks and visiting the same pubs that you know will let your pooch in. That’s why we’ve created this handy guide to make your doggy days out a bit more exciting.

Group of children laughing.

How to Get All Your Students Involved in a Group Activity

02 August 2021

So you’ve decided that a youth group activity is the perfect way to excite everyone after a long period of little socialisation and a lot of tv binge-watching. However, you’ve reached a dilemma when you realise you have a few members of the gang that may be a little more timid and reluctant than the rest. We totally understand, and that is why we’ve created this blog post with our top tips on making the most out of a youth group activity booking.

Hen party jumping into river

How to Plan for Your Hen or Stag Do

02 August 2021

Let me guess, the bride or groom has booked the wedding date and in all your excitement you haven’t even thought about planning the all-important stag or hen do? Trying to please everyone in your party can seem impossible and the fear of disappointment is real. Not to worry, we’ve got you covered with some simple tips to make your stag or hen that little bit less stressful.

A group of women jumping into the Beaulieu River after their canoeing Hen Party with New Forest Activities

Stag and Hen Party Themes: Which One Should You Choose?

24 June 2021

Having a dedicated theme for your big event affects everything, from location to food, so it’s crucial you pick the right one. It can seem as if the sky’s the limit when it comes to stag and hen themes and you probably don’t even know where to start! Luckily, we’ve curated a few tips to make picking that all important theme simpler.

Kids party bag ideas that won’t break the bank

Kids party bag ideas that won’t break the bank

17 October 2020

Party bags are a challenge for all parents. You want to make the party bags great for the children to take away, but you also might have a budget to stick to. For such a nice addition to a party, it shouldn’t be so challenging! To avoid this unnecessary stress,...

Top tips for planning a kids party

Top tips for planning a kids party

17 October 2020

Planning a kids party can be stressful, right? More so when you are trying to organise a group of children and communicate with parents too! At New Forest Activities, we understand the work that goes into making your child’s birthday a special one, so we have come up...