Outdoor Adventures in the New Forest — Kayaking, Archery & BattleZone
Guided paddling on the Beaulieu River, infrared combat games and woodland experiences for families, groups and beginners.
Featured Experiences
From 90-minute guided kayak tours to two-hour BattleZone games and seasonal events.
About New Forest Activities
New Forest Activities is an outdoor activity provider based in Beaulieu, England, offering guided paddling, woodland and combat experiences on the Beaulieu River and surrounding forest.
The operator runs a range of family-friendly and specialist sessions including BattleZone infrared combat games, Family Kayaking 90-minute guided tours, Family Canoeing, canoe hire, kayak hire, walk-in bike hire and archery.
BattleZone sessions include adults-only and themed events such as BattleZone Special OPS, BattleZone at Bailey's Hard, BattleZone: Apocalypse! and seasonal scenarios like The Great Grinchmas Heist. These 2-hour, non-projectile infrared games are suitable for ages from 8 or 14 depending on the event and focus on tactical play without messy paint.
Paddling options feature guided Family Kayaking, Ladies Only Paddling coached by female instructors, the River Explorer, Paddle to the Pub one-way trips, Christmas Canoe Paddle and Winter Paddling. The 90-minute guided kayak tour on the Beaulieu River is noted for wildlife spotting and gentle taster sessions suitable for beginners. Safety equipment is provided for paddling and canoeing activities.
Seasonal and themed choices include Halloween Archery Pumpkin Shooting, Canoe Halloween Treasure Hunt, Spooky Halloween River Tour and other family-focused events. New Forest Activities also offers Discover Team Building tasters for organisations exploring woodland-based team days. Booking and activity requests can be made through the operator’s site or visit.
Activities use non-projectile infrared gaming guns for pain-free fun and stable Canadian canoes for confident paddling. Expert instructors lead woodland sessions and archery, ensuring safe, enjoyable experiences that create memories for friends, families and groups.
Book an Outdoor Adventure in Beaulieu
Reserve guided kayaking, family canoeing, BattleZone or archery — check age guidance and availability.