Aims of The New Forest Folklore Society
Founded in 2025, The New Forest Folklore Society brings together researchers, historians, and enthusiasts of New Forest Folklore. It serves as a trusted hub for academic study while supporting museums, businesses, and organisations involved in folklore-related events and projects, to ensure the continuation and preservation of the unique and fragile identity of The New Forest.
STUDY
Promote the study, understanding, and appreciation of folklore with particular reference to the New Forest and in keeping with its unique cultural, historical, and environmental significance.
SAFEGUARD
Support the collection, preservation, and dissemination of folklore associated with the New Forest, supporting scholarly research, safeguarding heritage, and promoting public education.
SUPPORT
Collaborate with businesses and organisations such as museums, archives and educational institutions for events and projects surrounding folklore, folk-history and associated topics.
Vikki Bramshaw
Chair
Brice Stratford
Vice Chair & Academic Research Lead
Nick Saunders
Trustee, New Forest Heritage Centre
Catherine Shutler
Commoner Representative & Socials
Hugh Bernard
Outreach & Engagement Lead
Nicola Carass
'New Forest' Official Tourist Board
Vicki Burgess
Secretary/Treasurer
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
