The Showground normally needs to be clear by 11am but if you want to go out very early then suggest checking with Appletree http://www.appletree-exhibitions.co.uk/contact.html now so you can plan accordingly.
Hi - the early booking 15% discount code has ended but can still book at normal website price http://www.appletree-exhibitions.co.uk/new-forest-show-ground.html & if you let us know on here then can arrive from 10am on Monday (general public from midday) & space will be allocated for you in the Fun area. If coming later in the week pitching in our area is not guaranteed but still worth asking on arrival as the organisers will do their best.
As sheep are the lawn mowers here most of the year there is the odd bit of sheep poo which isn't noticeable in most areas other than under the trees where they gather so make sure you are happy when you arrive as the best time to move is when the Appletree staff are parking up the next person so working in our area. For those that were here last September - we are in the same area but the trade stands & Portaloos are further away this time as with so many of us we will need a much bigger area. Our RVOC members will be parked up near to the entrance where the access is best & the ground is hardest - it's a shame they are so far away from us but their requirements are somewhat different so this should suit them better - they are a lovely lot so sure they will wander over & say hello & vice versa.
) but they do get very busy so worth calling or messaging to order. They do also sell bread, milk, ice cream, local meats, eggs, cakes & treats but expect the prices to reflect the location.
Thanks for the update. I might try the A326 from junction 2 of the M27 then the A35 into Lyndurst. Its a bit further round but will miss the Traffic lights in Lyndhurst ( I think this is the route marked for HGV's).
I can confirm that it is indeed the better route
There was a brief problem with water supply this morning but sorted speedily by the Showground groundsman & all good again now. A reminder that whilst dogs are welcome here please make sure they are on a lead, tethered or in an enclosure. We hope to have the Fun discount, area & early arrival again next year so please be polite in all dealings with Appletree staff to maintain that goodwill for the benefit of all - if any problems or queries just let them know & sure they will do their best as they usually do.
The weather is very changeable at the moment so keeping fingers crossed that it is better than that!Just looking at the weather forecast and now wondering whether to drive down on Thursday as planned or not. 50-60 mph gales and rain forecast for all day Thursday and Friday. I'm not keen on a 4 hour drive in those conditions. I think I'm going to decide finally on Thursday morning. It will be a real shame if we don't make it as it's our first Fun outing
Yes fingers crossed
. I'm going to decide Thursday when I get up and look out of the window 
. How exposed is the camping area? If it's surrounded by trees it will be sheltered to some extent. The wind is forecast from the west.
The Showground has trees around it but being such a big open area they don't give much shelter. It's been fine with quite a lot of sun today but just got back from a walk & the heavens have opened but the ground drains brilliantly so should be good once this passes over!Yes fingers crossed
We have just shut the door & put the heating on.
Come join in the fun
So glad I didn’t pack my wellies
Discount ended some time ago. You can still book though at full price and I believe, if you wish, you can join other Funsters on-site.Yes please if possible for a discount
We are a 35yr old couple in out first motorhome and this will be out second trip out
Hi - as Andacami kindly mentioned above the discount ended some time ago but if you book then you may still be able to get into the Fun area if you ask on arrival but even if it's full do come over & say hello as lots of friendly fellow Funsters hereYes please if possible for a discount
We are a 35yr old couple in out first motorhome and this will be out second trip out
Good to hear you will be joining us all - hope this sunny weather holds!
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from underneath on investigation found broken fuel tank support. Hope to get it repaired tomorrow and travel down. 
but Karen and Alan were seen out doing a strange dance around the flagpole and it seems to have gone around us.