Let Your Star Sign Guide Your New Forest Stay
Try something new when it comes to your staycation planning – follow the stars and see where they take you. You’ve got nothing to lose.
If you were to follow your zodiac sign as a guide for your New Forest break and activities, would it inspire you to try new activities or would it align with the things you know you love and look forward to on holiday?
It may be time to do things a little differently; this is your zodiac travel guide for inspiration and what could be, your best holiday yet!
Here are a few recommendations of things to do in the New Forest considering the four zodiac elements.
Fire signs – Aries, Leo, Sagittarius
Energetic and adventurous experiences await…
Think cycling through an ancient woodland, picnics under giant trees, paddleboarding along winding rivers and horse riding over vast beautiful heathland.
Fire signs tend to be confident, passionate and crave independence, so a little adventure will go a long way when you visit our breathtaking National Park.
Local bike hire makes it easy to get up and go; spend the day exploring forest tracks, you set the pace.
Take to the water on a paddling adventure; travel by canoe or kayak, explore the winding creeks of the Beaulieu River with an expert guide helping you to learn new skills, spot local wildlife and experience something different. There’s nothing like that post-adventure weariness after a day of adventure!
Earth signs – Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
Discover grounded activities and sensory experiences…
The Earth signs tend to be drawn to nature, with focus on nurturing and practical experiences that will ground and balance.
Your staycation, taking a lead from your zodiac travel guide, might be centred around nature walks through the New Forest – our Hampshire hotel has a whole National Park on its doorstep. Or perhaps it’s creative workshops and balancing spa sessions that will reign.
The NEW Star Treatment Spa Day has your wellness journey written in the stars. A day to check in; pause, reset and restore balance. Our award-winning Hampshire spa, SenSpa, invites you to re-align yourself on a mindful day designed just for you. A day of pure relaxation, including a 60-minute massage matched to you, from the Lava Shell Massage for the Fire signs to the nurturing Thai Herbal Poultice Back Massage for the Water signs. You’ll also enjoy use of all Hydrotherapy & Health Club Facilities, a 2-course lunch with a drink, and you’ll carry your sense of balance beyond your spa day with a free three-month subscription to the Lila app and a Fable England zodiac necklace – a poignant reminder of the time you chose to give back to yourself.
Air signs – Gemini, Libra, Aquarius
Indulge the curious and enjoy the social vibes…
Air signs are known for their natural curiosity and sociability which means the best holiday for your star sign may be one of short local walks and explorations, visits to local villages to discover quaint pubs and independent shops and boutiques, and unique and unforgettable dining experiences, wonderful things to share with friends or loved ones.
Wrap up warm and venture into the forest, spot New Forest ponies wandering through the frost covered leaves or deer grazing in nearby meadows. Find winter walks near our Hampshire hotel here.
During the chilly season, experience the Festive Afternoon Tea, one of the most wonderful shared experiences on a cold, winter’s day; stay warm and cosy in front of the fire and catch up with those who matter most over a pot of tea and a tower of delicious savoury and sweet delights!
For those who want to continue their discovery; step into SenSpa and experience the thermal rooms, read and recline in the Relaxation Room, or book a treatment to release tension from the body with a sleep-promoting Ayurvedic Head Massage or perhaps you want to concentrate on easing stress from the neck, back and shoulders?
Water signs – Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces
Reflective, sentimental moments…
Intuitive and empathetic, the Water signs may be drawn to the New Forest for its romance and relaxation. Perhaps a romantic spa break and dinner for two, or a solo getaway if you’re in need of reflection and restoration of mind and body. This could be time for calm, stress-relieving space away from the everyday; think journaling, forest bathing, spa treatments and food that nourishes the soul.
Spend time in and around water; our New Forest hotel is just a short drive to the coast for winter walks, or experience something new and immersive, centred around healing. On Wednesday 28th January 2026, the popular Sen Sound Sessions will return. ‘A unique aquatic sound experience, each session promises an immersive journey into relaxation, escapism and playful exploration through ambient underwater sounds and floating on water.’
It may not be your first port of call, following your star sign as your travel guide, but imagine the possibilities if you did, even for just one trip?
It may just open your mind to new experiences or connect you with things that are a little more you.
Give it a go, allow the stars to guide you and see where the New Forest takes you!
