Brockenhurst, a New Forest gem, has a story as old as the trees themselves.

Back in the Bronze Age, folks were already calling it home, leaving behind mysterious burial mounds as silent storytellers.

The Normans arrived, and Brockenhurst got a mention in the famous Domesday Book.

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St. Nicholas’ Church, the oldest in the New Forest, has witnessed centuries of whispered prayers and joyful hymns.

The railway chugged into town in 1847, bringing visitors and a touch of Victorian charm.

The First World War saw Brockenhurst transform into a hospital, caring for brave soldiers from far-off lands.

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During the Second World War, top brass like Montgomery and Eisenhower plotted D-Day secrets there

Today, Brockenhurst is a picture-perfect village, where history and nature intertwine. From pony rides to forest walks, there’s always something exciting happening.

Brockenhurst has a tale to tell and adventures to be had.