Exploring the New Forest

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If you can’t decide whether you want a country escape, a seaside retreat, or moors, and woodland to explore, then the New Forest can give you all of that, in one beautifully diverse staycation.

Situated in the south of England, it covers both the southwest of Hampshire and southeast Wiltshire and is only a 90-minute train journey from London. You can spend your days mooching around pretty little towns, walking along the coastline, finding the wild ponies, cattle, and donkeys that roam the forest, and paddling your feet in the sea.

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Where to stay

There is so much choice in the New Forest, depending on whether you want a spa break, a camping retreat, a luxury staycation, or a cosy cottage by the sea.

• Burley Manor, Ringwood
• Chewton Glen, New Milton
• Limewood, Lyndhurst
• Lymore, Keyhaven
• New Forest Glamping, Bransgore
• The Boat Shed, Lyminton
• The Master Builder’s, Beaulieu
• The Montagu Arms, Beaulieu
• The Pig, Brockenhurst
• The Sanctuary, Keyhaven
• Yachtsman’s Cottage, Lymington
• Wild Escapes, Fullerton

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Where to eat and drink

From restaurants nestled on the seafront, pubs surrounded by woodland, and cafes on the beach, the hardest part is picking which ones to visit.

• Aubrey’s Forest Kitchen, Godshill
• Monty’s Inn, Beaulieu
• Pebble Beach Restaurant, Barton On Sea
• Saltwater cafe, Milford on Sea
• The Cave, Milford on Sea
• The Cliff House, New Milton
• The Elderflower, Lymington
• The Huntsman Of Brockenhurst, Brockenhurst
• The Lighthouse, Milford on Sea
• The Lookout, Lepe Country Park
• The Old Mill, Gordelton

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Where to visit

The New Forest is a place full of wonderful contrast, you will be spoilt with seaside towns, countryside villages and quaint places to visit and wander around during your holiday.

• Beaulieu
• Bucklers Hard
• Burley
• Fordingbridge
• Fritham
• Hythe
• Lepe
• Milford on Sea
• National Trust’s Ibsley and Rockford Commons 
• The Ornamental Drive, Rhinefield

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Things to do

The New Forest is so diverse that you are sure to find something to do whatever your interest may be. From water sports to wildlife spotting and exploring castles to rollercoaster rides.

• Boat trip – Take a trip to see the New Forest by sea or why not get the ferry over to the Isle of Wight for a day trip.
• Burley Villa School of Riding
• Exbury Gardens
• Hire a bike – There are many places offering bikes, so depending on where you are staying or where you want to explore you can find the best place for you
• Hurst Castle & Ferry
• Moors Valley Country Park and Forest
• New Forest Water Park
• New Forest Wildlife Park
• Paultons Park, Home of Peppa Pig World
• Ringwood Brewery
• Snowtrax
• The New Forest Paddle Sport Company
• Walking – There are so many wonderful walks to do, whether you want to go through the countryside or along the coast path, click here and here to find some great long and short walks to do.