In 1079, King William I of England declared the New Forest a “royal forest and hunting ground.” Laws were established concerning forest management, grazing, and access for common people. The New Forest retains its special land-use status today and receives millions of visitors per year. In March 2005 it was designated a National Park.
Themes:
Regions:
Further Readings:
- Tubbs, Colin R. The New Forest: History, Ecology and Conservation. Lyndhurst: New Forest Ninth Century Trust, 2001.
Day:
0
Month:
0
Year:
1079