What to do in the New Forest

Discover how Candles of the Forest makes birthday parties and hen celebrations in the New Forest extra special. From complimentary prosecco for over 18s to exclusive mini floral cupcakes for under 18 birthdays, our private candle-making parties include thoughtful details and optional celebration cakes in partnership with a local Hampshire cake studio. Create a creative, cosy and beautifully memorable celebration in the heart of Lyndhurst.

Candles of the Forest reopens this spring in the heart of the New Forest, just in time for Easter and the half term holidays. Discover hand-poured candles made using coconut and flax wax, exclusive New Forest fragrances, personalised engraved candle jars, and creative candle-making classes. With ten new fragrances for 2026 and a full range of gifts and experiences, it’s the perfect time to visit our cosy Lyndhurst studio and experience the Forest in scent.

Celebrate, Create & Sparkle at Candles of the Forest If you’re looking for a hen party that feels personal, creative and beautifully memorable, a candle-making celebration at Candles of the Forest offers something truly special. Set in our cute and cosy studio in the heart of the New Forest, our hen parties are private, relaxed events designed to feel intimate, luxurious and full of joy. Instead of noisy bars or crowded venues, you’ll enjoy laughter, creativity and Prosecco b

A Creative School Holiday Experience School holidays and half terms are the perfect time to slow down, spend quality time together, and enjoy something a little creative. At Candles of the Forest, our Candle Painting Classes for children are a relaxed, walk-in experience designed especially for under 16s. No booking required. Set in the heart of the New Forest National Park, these sessions offer a calm, welcoming space where children can get creative while parents enjoy a pea

Creative Experiences, Forest Ponies & Time Well Spent in Lyndhurst If you’re planning a visit to the New Forest National Park during the Easter holidays 2026 , you’ll find it’s a wonderful time to explore. Spring brings new growth, lighter evenings, and the gentle return of colour to the Forest along with the familiar sight of free-roaming ponies grazing calmly through villages and open heathland. At the heart of the Forest lies Lyndhurst, often described as the capital of th

Enjoy a cosy candle making experience in the New Forest at Candles of the Forest. Located in the heart of the New Forest National Park, our candle-making workshops are perfect for tourists and locals looking for a creative activity. In our fully equipped, welcoming studio, you’ll learn to hand-pour your own candle using Forest-inspired fragrances, creating a unique handmade keepsake from your time in the New Forest.