Get in to the spirit of Hallowe�en this year with a break in the New frightening Forest.

Ride the ghost train at Exbury Gardens, with skeletons, scarecrows and ghouls to tell you stories and jokes as you pass through a pitch-black tunnel. Children get a free treat bag if they come in fancy dress - www.exbury.co.uk, tel: 02380 898625.

Pick up a pumpkin from Mike and Judy Smales at the Lyburn Farm in Landford (see below) and see who can carve the scariest face. With two acres dedicated to pumpkin crops, you can be sure to find a good one. www.lyburnfarm.co.uk, tel: 01794 390451.

Find the perfect trick or treat gifts at A Coven of Witches - a shop in Burley stocking cauldrons, bats, pot-bellied stoves, oil burners, lucky witches as well as a large collection of antique witches balls and original works by local artists. http://www.covenofwitches.co.uk, tel: 01425 402449.

For a thrilling New Forest break, why not visit all these places and more over a weekend, staying at the haunted High Corner Inn near Linwood, Ringwood � www.highcornerinn.com. Ghost hunt for the lady of the High Corner, which has been seen by locals near the pub�s own stables.

From October through to February, the High Corner has some special deals. You can now a book three-night break for the price two nights. A midweek stay is �55 per night, and a weekend day is �75. Therefore, three nights over the weekend will cost �150 (n.b. Kingfisher room has a supplement of �10 per night.) These prices include a full English breaksfast. For bookings, please call 01425 473973.

For more details about accommodation and attractions in the New Forest, visit www.thenewforest.co.uk

-ends- Media enquiries:- Liz Smale/ Jill Channing Bugsgang & Associates Tel: 0207 808 9770 Email: elizabeth.smale@bugsgang.co.uk