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13 Aug 2026
Writer Duncan Richmond
Today I would like to introduce you to Duncan Richmond,extraordinary cameraman and story teller.
You can buy his books: Duncan Through the Looking Glassfrom feed a read and A Moment of Your Time through Nutshalling Books:
https://www.feedaread.com/books/Duncan-Through-the-Looking-Glass-9781839452611.aspx (https://www.feedaread.com/books/Duncan-Through-the-Looking-Glass-9781839452611.aspx)
https://nutshallingbooks.co.uk/books-by-duncan-richmond/ (https://nutshallingbooks.co.uk/books-by-duncan-richmond/)
29 Jul 2026
Writer Jon Sims
Today I would like to introduce you to one of the most interesting people I know. Jon Sims. He is the person who introduced me to the story of William Rufus, and he has forgotten more about the area we live in than I’ve even learned.
Jon is a prolific writer, a wanderer, and a storyteller. If it wasn't for Jon's writing group, which I’m very proud to be part of, Iprobably would still have been hiding everything I write in a drawer somewhere.
Please buy Jon’s books at:
https://nutshallingbooks.co.uk/
22 Jul 2026
Ceramicist Sally Ovenden
Today’s episode features Sally Ovenden, a fantastic ceramicistwho draws inspiration from the New Forest.
You can follow her and buy her unique work at:
https://justsostudio.com/ (https://justsostudio.com/)
https://www.instagram.com/sallyovenden__ceramics/ (https://www.instagram.com/sallyovenden__ceramics/)
https://www.facebook.com/justsoceramics (https://www.facebook.com/justsoceramics)
14 Jul 2026
The Ponies are in Trouble
The Ponies are in Trouble
There has been an outbreak of equine flu in the UK.
Report Road Traffic incident involving Forest stock call999. For sick, injured or dead Forest stock call 02380 282052 (normal officehours) or 0300 067 4600 (outside office hrs).
https://www.verderers.org.uk/ (https://www.verderers.org.uk/)
https://www.newforestnpa.gov.uk/news/advice-for-new-forest-horse-riders-and-walkers-amid-equine-flu-outbreak/ (https://www.newforestnpa.gov.uk/news/advice-for-new-forest-horse-riders-and-walkers-amid-equine-flu-outbreak/)
https://www.newforestshow.co.uk/ (https://www.newforestshow.co.uk/)
https://www.yourhorse.co.uk/news/equine-flu-new-forest-ponies/ (https://www.yourhorse.co.uk/news/equine-flu-new-forest-ponies/)
https://www.verderers.org.uk/new-forest-pony-drifts-update/ (https://www.verderers.org.uk/new-forest-pony-drifts-update/)
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/07/02/new-forest-ponies-die-in-equine-flu-outbreak/ (https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/07/02/new-forest-ponies-die-in-equine-flu-outbreak/)
https://www.newforest-life.com/New-Forest-Drift.html (https://www.newforest-life.com/New-Forest-Drift.html)
9 Jul 2026
Rufus the Red Went Hunting One Day
Listen to the fascinating story of William Rufus, the third son of William the Conqueror.
The Rufus stone walk can be found here:
https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/rufus-stone.html/
Disclaimer:
This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Sometimes we may discuss triggering topics. The views and opinions expressed on New Forest Stories does not necessarily reflect the official views, position or policy of the podcast. Unless otherwise stated I’m not affiliated to any person, product of business mentioned on the podcast. Nothing said on the podcast is intended to defame or slander any person, or group of people, business, club, organisation, religion, anything or anyone. We’re just telling stories.
The sources for this episode can be found at:
https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/rufus-stone.html/
https://www.thenewforest.co.uk/trail/rufus-stone-trail/64f1e90912ec8e5c82df1b20/
https://archaeology-travel.com/england/the-rufus-stone-monument-new-forest-hampshire/
https://rebeccastarrbrown.com/2018/01/25/the-conquerors-daughters-2/
https://www.thehistoricalfictioncompany.com/post/the-mystery-of-william-rufus?srsltid=AfmBOooyGjOr2ApSzO_uTSgAQccFoBgxr0WjvEigM6fd-MLGtY7xOnj6
1 Jul 2026
Why is it called the New Forest?
In this short episode, we explore how the New Forest came to be and what it meant for the area and its people.
My sources for this episode was the following:
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/hampshire/new-forest-northern-commons/the-history-of-the-new-forest
https://www.thenewforest.co.uk/faqs/
https://www.thenewforest.co.uk/explore/new-forest-heritage/
https://www.careysmanor.com/area-guides/why-is-the-new-forest-called-the-new-forest/
https://www.newforestnpa.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/history1_medieval.pdf
1 Jul 2026
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