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.”

The famous boot token has been replaced with a New Forest pony while a pig and tent also feature among the customised pieces. General nominations close tonight at 11.59pm but the public has one further week to specifically nominate charities to feature on the Community Chest spaces in the game. 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! 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.” General Manager at Balmer Lawn Hotel Michael Clitheroe added: “With the New Forest being voted Europe’s best national park on TripAdvisor last year, we knew it was only a matter of time before the UK’s long-time favourite board game honoured the region this way. The new tokens (picture: Steve West)We would also like to thank our partner businesses and their customers who have raised hundreds of thousands of pounds over the years to ensure the spectacular New Forest is not just protected but improved.’

Ella Gibbs, Customs Games Executive at Winning Moves UK, said: ‘It’s a board game for the ages – the past and the present – and features the great and the good of the New Forest.’ 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 WILL YOU OUTSMART YOUR OPPONENTS? Watch out for Chance and Community Chest cards, which could help or hinder your chances of success!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 Seymour, business manager of Go New Forest, said: "We are absolutely thrilled at the news that we are having our very own Monopoly game based on the wonderful New Forest. Hilary Harper, Love the Forest trustee, said: ‘We fund vital conservation projects such as removing invasive plants from choking our rivers and helping to protect New Forest ponies. Our education projects are equally important so it’s vital to work closely with the tourism industry to share the film and gain more business supporters.’ 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.

Ms Gibbs added: “We have seen some of what’s come in but haven’t yet gone through each and every nomination and suggestion, which we shall be doing from tomorrow. Thank you again to everyone who has taken the time to send in nominations and suggestions," He said: “I have very fond memories of Monopoly as it was the first game my father introduced me to. Pass GO, collect two hundred pounds and advance to The New Forest, which is getting its very own official MONOPOLY game. Ella said: ‘We have been wonderfully spoiled for choice putting together this edition. Thank you to everyone who contributed during the public consultation process.’National Park volunteers spent a day planting hawthorn, hazel, rowan, birch and oak along the hedge line with stakes and protectors to help them grow and protect them from rabbits. Carol Seymour, business manager of Go New Forest, said: "We're absolutely thrilled at the news that we're having our very own Monopoly game as well as coming first in Winning Moves’ search for the UK’s top area of outstanding beauty. The invitation] came in about a year ago and like so many people, we did wonder whether it was legitimate. 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. Hiking boots and an ice cream cone are also the leading favourites to feature in place alongside the traditional top hat and ship.