New Forest or The Lake District Again

This Year is our 35th Wedding Anniversary and we are trying to get something sorted out hopefully a holiday around that time.

Mr Kandy would like to go back up to the Lake District staying on the Caravan Club site in Park Coppice,because the site we usually go to near Keswick seems a lot more expensive than when we last went there (£30+a night) and now looking around on the net I quite fancy The New Forest,but as we have never stayed there(Black Knowl) would like to know if any members on here have ever stayed either on this site or visited the New Forest in general for a holiday and need to know if the area has much going for it in the way of walks and possibly cycling

We also interested in Birdwatching,and observing Flora and Forna and Mr Kandy likes anything to do with boats,large or small

We are trying to get things sorted on the holiday front as we can't leave it too long and if things do go pearshaped with his dad and we have to cancel then it can't be helped.

Any suggestions would be a great help from members on here....Thanks

 

I would choose the Lake District because

1) I think the New Forest is boring (compared to The Lakes), and

2) We got as far as http://www.brackenrigginn.co.uk/ on our honeymoon 'road trip' and treated ourselves to 1 night's B&B before returning home.

 

Hiya Kandy
I've visited both sites, Black Knowl and Park Coppice. As sites go, I much preferred Black Knowl. Locally, there's a wooded area with a stream, and open parkland. Brockenhurst village is close-by and definitely worth a visit. Lyndhurst isn't too far away, also worth visiting. I could list quite a few places to visit, and if you decide to go there, I'll add some more. The New Forest is fairly flat (gentle hills) and great for cycling/walking.
I found Park Coppice to be very dark as it's pretty much completely wooded. Of course, some might like that, but I like a bit of sunshine. I'm a huge fan of The Lakes too, so I wouldn't suggest one over the other.

 

There's Sundews in the New Forest in the summer

 

Hi Kandy,I know you specifically requested info on the New Forest and the Lakes but if you should happen veer right a tad there's some lovely sites in the Yorkshire Dales...

 

Or t' other side of t'hill the Peak District!

 

We visited Hawes, lovely place. Dunno if that qualifies as The Dales?

 

My thoughts in general;

My last couple of visits indicate that The Lakes has become one big traffic jam in season. There are some hills and some lakes but having spent 7 months in New Zealand they're no great shakes any more. Some really good eateries but can be a little pricey if you are not careful. Walks to suit all levels. I liked the locals blunt attitude and had a good laugh.

The New Forest is less likely to be wet and cold. Lots of traffic in season but cycling is a more realistic option as is horse riding. Better coast within easy reach. Better nurseries which is important if going away in the UK.

 

What about B&B in Scotland for a completely different experience?

 

You can't get more Yorkshire Dales than Hawes Freddy I love the scenery of the Dales , very unique rolling limestone valleys. And of course Wensleydale cheese !
The lakes do get very busy in summer , stunning scenery and traffic jams . If Mr Kandy likes boats the New Forest has Poole harbour , the Solent and Portsmouth in easy distance. Submarine museum is a must too visit .