Attractions
There's plenty to see and do in the New Forest
The New Forest has something for everyone
There are loads of exciting things to see in the New Forest for adults and children alike. For information on New Forest visitor attractions click here
There are plenty of events happening nearby
To see what's going on in the local area to keep you entertained click here
Feeling energetic?
From horse riding to canoeing, waterskiing to golf, there is enough going on in the New Forest to keep everyone busy.
You don't even need a car to enjoy the New Forest
Exploring the area on a New Forest Tour Bus is the ideal way to get around. You can 'hop on and hop off' around the Forest all day and even take your bike for free. Click here for more information
On your Bike!
Why not bring your bikes on holiday with you? We would be happy to store them for you at the hotel during your stay or you can hire bikes locally, call us for more details.
Cities, towns and places near the New Forest
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| Winchester | England's once capital city with lots to see from King Arthur's Round Table and the Great Hall to the famous Winchester Cathedral |
35 mins
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| Salisbury | Famous Cathedral City and nearby Stonehenge |
35 mins
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| Bournemouth | A cosmopolitan holiday resort often called 'London by the Sea' | |
| Southampton | A historic port with bustling streets and excellent shops, including the new West Quay shopping centre with 99 stores | |
| Isle of Wight | An excellent day trip destination for everyone |
Places of historical interest in the New Forest
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| Beaulieu Abbey | National Motor Museum & Palace House |
15 mins
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| Exbury Gardens | Created by Lord Rothschild in the early 1920's. More variety of plants than Kew Gardens, providing spectacular colours and wonderful scents. |
20 mins
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| Breamore House | Elizabethan Manor, period village display, and Carriage Museum. |
45 mins
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| Wilton House | Home of Earl of Pembroke on the site of a 9th Century Nunnery |
45 mins
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| Broadlands | Palladin Mansion on the banks of the River Test; home of Lord Mountbatten. |
25 mins
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| HMS Victory | At Marine Museum, Historical Dockyard, Portsmouth. |
45 mins
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| Mary Rose | On-going preservation of famous Tudor wooden ship. |
45 mins
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| Marwell Wildlife | A lovely sanctuary for wild animals on a beautiful estate. A range of activities can be arranged from guided tours to illustrated talks. |
35 mins
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| Eling Tide Mill | The only Tide Mill in the world still producing wholemeal flour on a regular basis using the power of the tides. |
15 mins
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| Fine Art Talks | Talks on fine art based on Somerley's superb collection. |
35 mins
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| Hurst Castle & Keyhaven | Built by Henry VIII and modified in Napoleonic times, a peaceful location accessible only by foot or ferry on the seaward end of a shingle spit in the Solent. |
20 mins
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| Bucklers Hard | 18th Century ship building, car-free village on banks of the Beaulieu River, Maritime Museum, cottage displays, river cruises |
20 mins
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| Hollybush Wines | Local Vineyard and Garden Centre (talks can be arranged) |
5 mins
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