The idea is simple — get business professionals away from the usual meeting rooms and out into the great outdoors.

Network in Nature is back! Following the success of our first event, RCM are teaming up with the New Forest National Park Authority for our second Network in Nature event on 19 October, helping to launch the start of this year’s New Forest Walking Festival.

The idea is simple — get business professionals away from the usual meeting rooms and out into the great outdoors.

We’ll be heading out on a relaxed circular walk around the beautiful Brockenhurst area, stopping to take in heathland, streams and woodland along the way.

Leading the walk will be New Forest NPA ranger Jim, who’ll be sharing his knowledge of the New Forest National Park, its landscapes, wildlife and the unique environment that surrounds us.

A chance to get some fresh air, discover more about the National Park, meet other local professionals and have some good conversations along the way.

The walk will begin promptly at 10am from outside The Absent Pony (near Brockenhurst Railway Station), so arrive earlier if you want to grab a drink and mingle beforehand. Attendees are encouraged to continue their conversations in one of Brockenhurst’s many local eateries after the walk too.

Tickets are FREE, with a max group of 15 so we expect tickets to go fast for this one!

Please note photography will be taken on this walk.

Duration/distance

3.7 miles – roughly 2.5 hours

Difficulty

Level walk, about half of it along gravel tracks (and pavement in the village), and the other half on uneven, unsurfaced paths. Comfy trainers or walking boots and weather-appropriate clothing recommended.

Cost

Free. Booking required.

Location

Brockenhurst and Whitefield Moor. Starting point: outside The Absent Pony (near Brockenhurst Railway Station).

Contact

Contact NPA ranger Jim Day on 07825184726 with any queries.

This walk is part of the New Forest Walking Festival 2026. Click here to find a full list of events.

Description supplied by the event organiser.