A viability study for the re-introduction of passenger trains on a branch line between Southampton and the Waterside area has been given the go-ahead by Hampshire County Council.
‘When the Gorse is out of bloom, kissing is out of fashion’ is a rather romantic way of saying that gorse is never out of bloom. Common Gorse starts to flower in late autumn and reaches its most prolific point in the spring but it can indeed have some flowers throughout the year.
Need some exciting ideas for the children this February half term? Why not go wild at New Forest Wildlife Park,
where a host of fun-filled family activities will
be on offer?
The New Forest Domestic Abuse Forum is holding a domestic violence briefing session on 17 February from 10am to 12 noon at Brockenhurst Village Hall.
Genuine Insulate Hampshire advisors will always provide a free phone number for residents to call and check advisors are expected in their area.
You should phone 101 for less urgent crime and disorder and for general police enquiries.
Fawley Refinery is celebrating its 60th Anniversary – a magnificent achievement
in itself in these days of uncertainty and change. However, this accomplishment pales in comparison with the more tangible achievements it has made over the course of its 60 year history.
Blackfield Library has some exciting news! We are being refurbished. This means that we will be closing for a short period while the work takes place but don't worry as you will still have our excellent service in the form of a static Mobile Library in the Royal British Legion car park on Exbury road.
A charity which offers help and advice to disabled people in the New Forest has given a huge vote of thanks to Esso and ExxonMobil Chemical at the Fawley refinery for years of continued financial assistance.
2012 parking clocks for New Forest District Council car parks are available to purchase from 14 November.
Click on the links below for information (PDF)
Bluestar 8 | Bluestar 9 |Bluestar H3 (Calshot to Hythe)
This guidance will help if pet dogs are causing problems
on your farm, estate, shoot, livery or nature reserve.
Recent research in Hampshire gives us a better
understanding of why dog owners do what they do.

Neighbourhood Watch Update (PDF)
The Government has published a range of new 'How to' guides to help people who want to get involved in their communities and make a difference. Examples include, asset transfer, volunteering and writing neighbourhood plans. Published on the Number 10 website there are details of how to get involved and signposting for further information.
Revisit the Fawley area in the last century, courtesy of the Fawley Refinery. (Sponsored by ExxonMobil)