We can see from everyone here today that it has ended up being a lovely launch, everyone in loves being from the New Forest and everyone has loved the launch. Carol Seymore, from Go New Forest and other local business representatives offered the new regional edition of Monopoly (Image: Newsquest) Spencers is one of 30 plus New Forest organisations to ‘Pass GO’ in the MONOPOLY: New Forest Edition game. The New Forest version of the world’s most popular board game features ‘the great and good’ of the region – from the New Forest National Park Authority to Rufus Stone, Exbury Gardens to Bolton’s Bench, and many more! What is the New Forest Monopoly?

Everyone was really excited to get involved, and with the limited squares it was really important that we capture what makes the New Forest and we found that everyone wanted to be part of the edition.” Paul Walton, the National Park Authority’s Head of Environment and Rural Economy, said: ‘Hedges are a vital part of the countryside’s ecosystem, offering berries and nuts for wildlife whilst also providing a protective corridor for animals to move between habitats. New Forest Trust Chairman William Ziegler said: ‘The New Forest landscape is globally important for nature and it’s only through everyone working together that we can make sure it’s around for future generations. The invitation] came in about a year ago and like so many people, we did wonder whether it was legitimate.

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Winning Moves Custom Games executive Ella Gibbs said: "We expect to be wonderfully spoilt for choice putting this unique and official board for the New Forest together." Although Ms Gibbs wouldn’t be drawn on the most popular landmarks nominated by the public so far, she did reveal a figurine of a pony is already being provisionally designed as one of the games playing tokens. The response since our announcement earlier this month that the New Forest is getting its very own official Monopoly has exceeded all our expectations." INCLUDES 6 METAL TOKENS: choose from tokens including the pig, bike and boots, and tour recognisable spaces, like Sway Tower, Sandy Balls and Furzey Gardens

This New Forest version of the world’s most popular board game features “the great and good” of the region – from the National Park, to Rufus Stone, to Bolton’s Bench .. and many more, including us. Move your pony token from the Bolderwoodsquare to the Rufus Stone square… you have the chance to make a voteto suggest the landmarks, customised cardsand four of the tokensto feature in the game!Winning Moves' custom games executive, Ella Gibbs, added: "We expect to be wonderfully spoilt for choice putting together this unique and official board for the New Forest. The game was being formally launched this morning at the Balmer Lawn Hotel, at exactly the same time as it hit the shops.

The ‘streets’ have been themed in genres, from heritage to tourism, hotels to shopping, business to travel. The three successful charities must be New Forest-focused, the company is stipulating, as well as officially registered. Businesses across the National Park generously help raise the funds from their customers by adding a small donation to restaurant bills, accommodation, products and services. It’s a board for the ages – the past and the present – and features the great and the good of the New Forest.”We have been wonderfully spoiled for choice putting this edition,” adds Ms Gibbs from Winning Moves UK.“Thank you to everyone who contributed during the public consultation process.” The famous boot token has been replaced with a New Forest pony while a pig and tent also feature among the customised pieces.

General Manager at Balmer Lawn Hotel, Michael Clitheroe, said: “There was so much anticipation for today so it was really nice to see who was on the board and so many independent and collective businesses in the New Forest were represented.The scheme, run by registered charity the New Forest Trust, has recently funded a wide range of conservation, education and commoning projects. WILL YOU OUTSMART YOUR OPPONENTS? Watch out for Chance and Community Chest cards, which could help or hinder your chances of success! Ella Gibbs, Customs Games Executive at Winning Moves UK, says: “It’s a board for the ages - the past and the present - and features the great and the good of the New Forest.” Last year it was announced that the New Forest is getting its very own official version of MONOPOLY. At the time the public was invited to send in suggestions. "We have been wonderfully spoiled for choice putting this edition,” adds Ms Gibbs from Winning Moves UK. “Thank you to everyone who contributed during the public consultation process.” PERFECT FOR NEW FOREST LOVERS: This stunning New Forest edition of Hasbro's classic board game Monopoly is perfect for 2–6 players and makes a great gift for players aged 8 and up