New Exhibition for 2026
As plans evolve, details will be updated. Please visit regularly.
Latest update, 27 March 2026
Launch Event:
22-25 May - Boldre Memorial Hall
The main opening exhibition will be at
Boldre War Memorial Hall
22-25 May
Daily 10:00-4:00
Admission Free
Exhibits include:
Over 800 images of Romany life in the UK, especially in the New Forest. More than 300 new images have been added to the 2024 exhibition.
Alan Langford’s equestrian paintings. Many of these depict New Forest scenes and are for sale.
Sherry Cohan’s models depicting Romany life.
Vardos will be on show. We will have a Burton van(showman’s van) and a bow top.
Dave Dibden in his bender making and selling pegs and daffies.
Eric Saunders will be making and selling his Romany crafts.
K
ushti Bok, Dorset will be here.
Books and authors will be featured
Romany & Travellers Family History Society will be exhibiting
Getting There
Boldre War Memorial Hall
Pilley Street Pilley Lymington SO41 5QG
Parking
There is plenty of on-site parking via the entrance in Burnt House Lane. When exiting the main parking area in front of the hall, turn right, then first right into Burnt House Lane. Car park is on the right.
Payment
Card payment can be taken for donations to and booklets sold by the East Boldre Heritage Team. All other payments by cash please.
Nearest ATMs
High Street, Lymington (3 miles) in Lloyds Bank, Nat West Bank and Nationwide
Waitrose Lymington and ASDA Express Petrol
Refreshments
Tracy Cooper’s Burger Van on-site
Boldre Community Shop is on-site for light snacks, ice cream, cold drinks, etc.
Fleur-de-Lys pub (Two minutes walk) Exit car park, turn left. Fine dining. Booking essential.
Red Lion Pub (Half mile drive) Exit car park, turn left, straight on down the hill and over the bridge. Carvery. Booking essential.
Lymington (3 miles) has many dining opportunities
New Forest Romany Heritage Events 2026
An exhibition reflecting New Forest Romany Gypsy life including the opening of the Gypsy Compounds a century ago, through photographs, crafts and performance.
