Page 8 • The HERALD • 9th October 2025 v SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES v Services: Oak Framing, Summer Houses, Porches, Car Ports Call us today for a Free No Obligation Quote 023 8198 0182 Opening Hours Monday-Friday 9.30am to 4pm Hello@newforestoak.co.uk www.newforestoak.co.uk Decking, Pitched Roofs, Sleeper Walls, Garages, Fencing, Furniture, Gates, Mantels, Stables and more…… WILLIS DECORATING & JOINERY SERVICES Est Since 1986 Interior & Exterior Painting & Decorating Wallpaper Hanging Hand-painted Kitchens & Spray Finishes Wardrobes, Bookcases, Radiator Covers Call David on 023 8084 9800 or 07946 048261 E: david.willis24@btinternet.com Paultons Park Crowned Theme Park Of The Year In National Awards Ceremony Paultons Park has taken home an astonishing 10 trophies in the UK eme Park Awards, including the highest accolade, eme Park of the Year, further cementing its status as the UK’s favourite theme park. e family owned and operated park, which boasts over 70 rides and attractions including the UK exclusive Peppa Pig World, won seven gold awards including Best New Attraction for its UK rst indoor dark ride, Ghostly Manor, the Best Customer Service trophy, and the Best Sustainability Initiative title for its solar energy project. Recognising its leading space in the UK theme park landscape, the attraction also won gold awards for Best eme Park for Families and Best eme Park for Toddlers (large). e theme park also took home additional silver and bronze trophies in the national awards, recognising its outstanding o ering for guests of all ages across its ve themed worlds, spanning 140 acres of parkland. Lawrence Mancey, Marketing & Technology Director, commented: “We are delighted to have been awarded 10 awards this year at the annual UK Theme Park Awards, including the prestigious Theme Park of the Year Award. These accolades are a true reflection of the hard work, creativity and dedication shown by every team member at Paultons Park, many of whom have been part of our family for over twenty years. As a familyrun park now in its third generation of operation, our focus has always been on delivering outstanding days out for families, and it’s fantastic to see that commitment recognised.” e UK eme Park Awards wins build upon a tremendous line up of accolades for Paultons Park. Earlier this year, the attraction was commended in the top 10 theme parks in the world by Tripadvisor. e destination has also been recognised for having the lowest ride wait times* of any family theme park, with data showing that queues are 50% shorter than other UK attractions. Lawrence added: “We’re excited to build on this success next year with the opening of our first inverting rollercoaster, Drakon, at the heart of our brand-new immersive world, Valgard: Realm of the Vikings, launching in May 2026. It promises to be the most ambitious addition to Paultons Park yet, bringing a world-class experience and epic new adventure which will delight families of all ages, including older children and teens.” e winners of the UK eme Park Awards were announced at a ceremony on the 18th September. Lawrence Mancey (centre) of Paultons Park at UK Theme Park Awards Barry Peckham, Man of the Forest A year ago the Forest art community was shocked by the unexpected death of one of its most proli c and celebrated artists; Barry Peckham. Barry lived in Ashurst but was known across the Forest - and well beyond - for his atmospheric marine, coastal and landscapes. He o en exhibited at the Royal Academy and was a member of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters (ROI), the Royal Society of Marine Artists (RSMA) and the Society of Equestrian Artists (SEA). Barry’s family have a Memorial Exhibition running at the New Forest Heritage Centre in Lyndhurst until 12th October. For more information visit: www.newforestheritage.org.uk/eventsandexhibitions Evening Light, Volendam by B A Peckham
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