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Citizens Advice New Forest is a local New Forest charity, dedicated to providing advice & support to those in need.

We offer, free, confidential and impartial advice on a wide range of problems we all face at some point in our lives.

29/10/2026

Looking for affordable clothing for yourself or your children? Or perhaps you’d like to make more sustainable, eco-friendly choices?

Fordingbridge Wardrobe offers good quality pre-loved adult and children’s clothing, helping local people access clothing while reducing waste. 💚

📅 Friday 30th October
⏰ 9.30am – 12pm
📍 Fordingbridge Roundhill, SP6 1AQ

✨ All items are free — donations are appreciated.

A great opportunity to find some lovely clothing, save money and help reduce waste. Please share with anyone in our local community who may benefit. ❤️

26/10/2026

☕ Free Breakfast Café for Local Families 🥣🍓

Looking for a warm, welcoming start to the day during half term? The Branch Café is offering a FREE breakfast for local families. ❤️

📅 27th, 28th & 29th October
⏰ 8.30am–10am
📍 The Branch Café, 1 The High Street, SP6 1AS

Children and their grown-ups can choose from a range of cereals, toast, fruit, yoghurt and drinks, with both hot and cold options available.

☕ Please note: the full café menu won’t be available during this time, but you’ll be able to choose between tea and filter coffee.

A lovely opportunity for local families to enjoy a free breakfast together. Please share with anyone who might benefit! 💛

08/10/2026

Lee loved his career in the Army. He was discharged because of his sexuality.

If you were dismissed, discharged or affected in other ways by the LGBT ban while serving between 1967 and 2000, you can apply for financial and non-financial recognition - with support available throughout your application.

Find out what's available and take the first step:
gov.uk/affected-by-the-ban

Applications close: 12 December 2026

➡️ If you’re unsure whether you could be eligible, we can help you find out more and point you towards the support available.

08/10/2026

Could you help households struggling with rising energy costs build a more secure future? 🌱

We’re looking for a Community Energy Adviser to join Citizens Advice New Forest and help local households access practical advice, support and ways to manage their energy costs.

💚 Want to make a real difference in your community?

Find out more and apply here:
https://www.newforestcab.org.uk/about-us/jobs/

24/09/2026

We're Hiring! 💚

Could you help local people facing financial hardship?

We're looking for a Foodbank Support Worker (10 hours per week) to provide advice and support at foodbanks in Ringwood and Fordingbridge.

📍 Ringwood-based
💷 £26,300 FTE
📅 Closing date: 9 October 2026

Advice experience isn't essential. If you're compassionate, a great communicator, and want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

⬇️ Find out more and apply below.

https://www.newforestcab.org.uk/about-us/jobs/

17/09/2026

A small laptop, a big opportunity 💻✨

Recently, one of our advisers helped a local single parent access support for a replacement laptop after their family's computer stopped working.

With a child preparing for important school exams, having access to technology was essential, but buying a new device simply wasn't affordable. We worked with Little Lives UK - Children's Charity to secure a refurbished laptop, which was quickly approved and delivered.

The new laptop means this young person can continue studying, complete schoolwork, and access the digital tools they need to succeed in the future.

We're proud to help local people access practical support that can make a real difference when times are tough.

(Shared with permission. Details have been anonymised to protect privacy. Pictured, our Adviser Martine with the new laptop)

13/08/2026

Come and see us tomorrow at Blackfield Community Day! 🎉

Citizens Advice New Forest will be there from 11.30am–3pm at Blackfield Baptist Church, Hampton Lane. Pop along to say hello, find out more about how we can help, and enjoy a fun day for all the family!

We hope to see you there! 😊

06/08/2026

🏡 We're hiring a Housing Adviser!

Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference? Join our friendly team at Citizens Advice New Forest and help people with housing issues across the local community.

💙 Find out more and apply here: https://www.newforestcab.org.uk/about-us/jobs/

Please like, share, or tag someone who might be interested!

05/08/2026

We're at the Ringwood Community Day today!

Come and say hello to the Citizens Advice New Forest team. We're here until 4:00pm, so if you're out and about, pop over for a chat, find out more about the support we offer, or just stop by to say hi.

We'd love to see you! 👋

05/08/2026

August Advice Column 🛠️

Had work done on your home that's not up to standard? Find out your rights if a trader leaves you with poor-quality workmanship, and what steps you can take next.

Read our latest advice column👇
https://www.newforestcab.org.uk/i-hired-a-company-to-install-concrete-fencing-and-a-gate-in-my-back-garden-the-quality-of-the-work-is-poor-some-wooden-panels-are-loose-and-the-gate-doesnt-shut-properly/

Address

Lymington Town Hall, Avenue Road
Lymington
SO419ZG

Website

https://www.newforestcab.org.uk/

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