New Forest Attractions
There are plenty of things to do in the New Forest with something for everyone to enjoy, at all times of the year! The guide below showcases a selection of some of the best New Forest attractions so that you can start planning your visit.
From paddle boarding or learning to sail in the beautiful Solent that surrounds, to visiting medieval ruins or even zip lining through the trees at Go Ape, the diverse mix of historical and contemporary attractions in the New Forest means that you will never be stuck for things to see and do during your stay!
New Forest Attractions
National Motor Museum
Beaulieu
Superb collection of over 250 vehicles of all ages and types. There are also many hundreds of associated motoring exhibits and displays. Home of the late Lord Montagu, Palace House and gardens, and Beaulieu Abbey are also open to the public.
beaulieu.co.uk
Exbury Gardens
Exbury
Created by Lionel de Rothschild in the 1920s, and are renowned for their world-famous displays of rhododendrons, camellias and azaleas. The vast range of exotic plants and trees in the 200 acre ground will inspire gardening enthusiasts and nature lovers.
exbury.co.uk
Longdown
Ashurst
Meet lots of friendly farm animals and to try your hand at being a farmer for a day! Get an insight into how a modern farm is managed; Farm work - adults can be a farmer for a day. Children can bottle feed the lambs, calves and hold a chick and brush the miniature ponies.
longdownfarm.co.uk
Wildlife Park
Ashurst
Go Wild in the heart of the New Forest National Park. Follow the woodland trails to see animals in beautiful natural habitat. Children will love the adventure playgrounds, animal feeding and wildlife encounters. Woodlands restaurant on site.
newforestwildlifepark.co.uk
Lepe Country Park
Lepe
Occupies a narrow stretch of land adjoining the Solent, just west of Southampton Water and south of the New Forest. Here you can enjoy superb views of the Solent and Isle of Wight. The shingle beach is home to cockles, whelks, slipper limpets and periwinkles.
hants.gov.uk/lepe
Burley Villa
Bashley
Fun days out for everyone - young or old, beginners or seasoned riders. New Forest Hacks are based on the riders' ability; walk rides for the novice, through to trot and canter rides for the more experienced. Lessons for children or adults in the arena.
burleyvilla.co.uk
National Park
Lyndhurst
Let a ranger lead you on your very own New Forest expedition. Enjoy exclusive access to the deer platform; binoculars are provided as you search for three types of deer, reptiles, dragonflies, rare birds like crossbill, firecrest, hobby, Dartford warbler and more.
forestry.gov.uk/newforest
Buckler's Hard
Buckler's Hard
On the banks of the Beaulieu River, is a unique and picturesque village. Warships were built here for almost a century including Nelson's favourite H.M.S. Agamemnon. The Museum tells the Buckler's Hard story - from its origins as a port for importing sugar cane.
bucklershard.co.uk
The Solent Way
Coastal New Forest
Is a 60-mile long-distance coastal walking route from the seaside town of Milford-on-Sea past the hustle and bustle of seafronts, quiet yachting harbours, deserted marshland and saltings to finish at Emsworth Harbour. No other path is so awash with naval history.
solentway.co.uk
New Forest Water Park
Fordingbridge
The South's first Cable Wakeboard System & the UK's first Wibit Inflatable Sports Aqua Park! Have fun wakeboarding or kneeboarding on their 2 cable systems, or play on the 55 metre long, floating, inflatable Aqua Park which has 2 trampolines and much more.
newforestwaterpark.co.uk
New Forest Tour
The New Forest
Take an open-top bus with views of the scenery, animals and villages of the New Forest National Park. Tours run daily from 25th June - 11th Sept 2016 with three routes: Red (the wild northwest), Green (the beautiful southeast) and Blue (the coastal southwest).
thenewforesttour.info
Paddle Sport Co
Milford-on-Sea
Based in the beautiful village of Milford on Sea, The New Forest Paddle Sport Company offers you the chance to explore the scenic coast line of the New Forest by Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board. Well maintained equipment for those aged from 6yrs.
newforestpaddlesportcompany.co.uk
Burley Wagon Rides
Burley
Enjoy the New Forest at a leisurely pace. All rides begin by going past the village church and into woodland where you often catch glimpses of fallow deer. Shorter trails take you past pretty forest cottages, whilst longer trail allow more views of open forest.
wagonrides.co.uk
Go Ape!
Moors Valley
The classic Go Ape experience is a 2-3 hour tree top adventure, flying down zip-wires, leaping off Tarzan Swings and tackling the tree top crossings. Great fun for the whole family, for groups of friends, and a great way to enjoy nature and wildlife at its very best.
goape.co.uk
New Forest Activities
Beaulieu
Experts in delivering outdoor activities in the New Forest National Park. Choose from a wide range of activities including; family adventures, archery, canoeing, kayaking, cycling, bushcraft, raft building, walking trails and much more.
newforestactivities.co.uk
Furzey Gardens
Minstead
Set in Minstead, a few miles north of Lyndhurst, this delightful garden was established in 1922 and is renowned for its all year round beauty. Extensive collections of azaleas and rhododendrons, the strange Bottle Brush tree & flaming Chilean Fire trees
furzey-gardens.org
Sea Water Baths
Lymington
Fully staffed 110 meter outdoor sea water pool with: inflatable obstacle courses, water zorbs, stand up paddle boards, kayaks, aqua jousting, children's splash pool & sandpit, Confectionery kiosk/cafe, toilets, changing rooms & showers, disabled access & facilities.
lymingtonseawaterbaths.org.uk
Countryside Education
Beaulieu
The Countryside Education Trust connect people with the wonders of the British countryside. The general public is welcome for family days and a variety of events and courses throughout the year to introduce people to country living, rural crafts and wildlife.
cet.org.uk
Calshot
Calshot
Calshot is one of the largest Outdoor Centres in Britain, offering a wide range of exciting water and landbased activities for all ages and abilities from skiing and climbing, to raft building. It also has the only indoor banked velodrome in the South of England.
hants.gov.uk/calshot.htm
Deer Sanctuary
Boldrewood
Boldrewood Deer Sanctuary is a great place to watch wild deer. There is a tiered viewing platform which gives uninterrupted views over the fields where the deer live. Located at the north end of Bolderwood Drive, accessible from A35 Lyndhurst-Christchurch road.
new-forest-national-park.com
Water Gardens
Everton
New Forest Water Gardens can provide everything you need for installing a pond in your garden. The beautiful water gardens are open for visitors from March to October. Feed the enormous coy carp whilst the friendly ducks follow you around the garden.
newforestwatergardens.co.uk
St. Barbe Museum
Lymington
Visit the St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery and explore the history of Lymington and the New Forest coast, and enjoy one of the finest art galleries in the region. Enjoy the wonderful touring exhibitions, as well as the family days and events throughout the year.
stbarbe-museum.org.uk
The New Forest Show
Brockenhurst
The New Forest and Hampshire County Show is a famous annual agricultural show held for three days at the end of July at New Park, Brockenhurst in Hampshire. The incredible Musical Ride of the Household Cavalry will be our main ring attraction in 2016!
newforestshow.co.uk
Motorcycle Museum
Bashley
The Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum has is over 300 machines! Some are the only surviving ones in the World! The Racing collection is exceptional and a great opportunity to see wonderful World Record Breaking Bikes and their history. Children's play area. Tea rooms.
sammymiller.co.uk
Vinegar Hill Pottery
Milford-on-Sea
Try your hand at a spot of pottery in the beautiful coastal town of Milford-on-Sea. It doesn't matter how much potting experience you have. There are only seven places per pottery course meaning each course will be tailored to your level of skill and your creativity.
vinegarhillpottery.co.uk
Isle of Wight Ferry
Lymington
Take the 40 minute ferry ride linking the charming market town and yacht haven of Lymington in the New Forest, with historic Yarmouth, perfectly placed for beautiful West Wight. It's the most scenic IOW ferry crossing and a great day out from Lymington.
wightlink.co.uk
Art Sway
Sway
ArtSway is the contemporary visual arts venue in the New Forest. Presenting a high quality changing exhibition programme of contemporary visual art in a unique environment deep in the New Forest. In addition Art Sway offers a range of workshops and courses.
artsway.org.uk
Classic Car Tours
Ower
New Forest Classic Car Tours offer a complete vintage car tour service across Hampshire and the New Forest, typically operating within a 25 mile radius of Fordingbridge. So why not explore the New Forest in style with your 'Gatsby' style chauffeur showing you the sights.
newforestweddingcars.co.uk
Angels Farm Pottery
Lyndhurst
Two and three day residential pottery courses suitable for beginners and more experienced potters. Stay in the farmhouse or camp in the garden, enjoy delicious breakfasts and biscuits cooked by Jo and chef cooked lunches. A chance to unwind and find your creativity.
angelsfarm.co.uk/courses
Breamore House
Breamore
An Elizabethan Manor House and a Countryside Museum and Family home with many fine works of art, period furniture, 17th century needlework and porcelain. The site also features an ancient Mizmaze. Open to visitors from April until the end of October.
breamorehouse.com
Hythe Ferry & Pier Train
Hythe
Arriving at Hythe Pier, board the World's Oldest Pier Train and after the short ride of 640 meters you can set sail on the Hythe Ferry across Southampton Water and enjoy the sights and sounds of the bustling international trading port of Southampton.
hytheferry.co.uk
Netley Abbey
Netley
Netley is the most complete surviving abbey built by the Cistercian monks in southern England. Almost all of the walls of its 13th century church still stand today. Netley Abbey's ivy-clad remains and woodland setting area a perfect medieval ruin. Free Entry!
english-heritage.org.uk
Tall Tree Trail
Rhinefield
Between Brockenhurst and the A35 road is the Rhinefield Ornamental Drive, a narrow road lined with rhododendrons, azaleas and some of the tallest and oldest trees in Britain. Wonder along the tall tree trail, beginning and ending at either Blackwater or Brock Hill car park.
new-forest-national-park.com
Sailability New Forest
Ringwood
New Forest & District Sailability is based at Spinnaker Sailing Club, Ringwood and enables people with disabilities to enjoy the exciting sport of sailing. Fully supervised dinghy sailing takes place within the safe confines of a beautiful lake in the heart of the New Forest.
newforestsailability.co.uk
New Forest Cider
Burley
When driving into Burley, look for the cider barrel by the post office and follow the directions and you find the home of New Forest Cider. All products are made in the traditional way using English apples grown in the Burley orchards and the result is a delicious cider.
newforestcider.co.uk
Ringwood Brewery Tour
Ringwood
The Ringwood Brewery tour experience takes approximately an hour and a half and includes a complimentary drink in the Pin Room. Taste the malted barleys, have a sniff of the hops, and see the fermentations bubbling away in the TunRoom..
ringwoodbrewery.co.uk
Avon Valley Path
Avon Valley
34 miles from Salisbury Cathedral to Christchurch Priory. Many people walk the route over two days with an overnight stop in Ringwood. The valley is a rare and special place and still supports a remarkable range of unspoiled habitats, rich in wildlife. A wonderful long walk.
hants.gov.uk/avon-valley-path
Salisbury Cathedral
Salisbury
The Cathedral was built in just 38 years in a single architectural style, early English Gothic using 70,000 tons of stone, 28,000 tons of oak and 420 tons of lead – the spire is Britain's tallest and weighs 6,500 tons! Home to the original copy of the magna carta!
salisburycathedral.org.uk
Stonehenge
Salisbury
Walk in the footsteps of our Neolithic ancestors at Stonehenge, one of the wonders of the world and the best-known prehistoric monument in Europe! Explore the ancient landscape and visit the exhibition of ancient objects and meet a 5,500 year-old man!
english-heritage.org.uk
Salisbury Race Course
Salisbury
Set in the middle of picturesque Wiltshire countryside, within view of the Cathedral, the Racecourse hosts 14 thoroughbred flat race meetings in 2006, plus a raceday for Arabian horses. Racedays are often highlighted with live music and family entertainment.
salisburyracecourse.co.uk
Dog Photo Shoot
The New Forest
New Forest photographer, Matt Roseveare, will join you on a dog walk to capture the unique realationship you have with your pet. For just £75 you will receive a memory stick full of high quality pictures. What a wonderful way to make and treasure memories!
www.mattrphotography.co.uk
Romsey Abbey
Romsey
Inside Romsey's Norman Abbey you will find the tomb of Lord Mountbatten of Burma, the original bill of sale for the building to the townspeople of Romsey in 1544, and a carved stone crucifix dating from Saxon times. A magnificent piece of architecture!
romseyabbey.org.uk
King John's House
Romsey
Located in one of Romsey's oldest thoroughfares, Romsey Heritage Centre encompasses three buildings that contain 750 years of history; King John's House, Tudor Cottage and the Victorian Heritage Centre with its beautiful gardens. Well worth a visit!
kingjohnshouse.org.uk
Paultons Park
Ower
Family adventure park situated in a beautiful parkland setting of 140 acres with colourful gardens, sweeping lawns and a horseshoe-shaped lake. Over 40 different attractions and rides - fast and slow, wet and dry - including the much loved Pepper Pig World!
paultonspark.co.uk
Setley Ridge Vineyard
Brockenhurst
The vineyard produces 5 wines and offers free tastings of these everyday in the Farm shop. They also stock a wide range of other locally made drinks, including Isle of Wight and Hampshire Beer, Burley Cider, Hill Farm Apple Juice and New Forest Spring Water.
setleyridgevineyard.co.uk
Hurst Castle
Hurst
Built by Henry VIII in 1544, was one of a chain of coastal fortresses, and is located at the end of a shingle spit which extends 1.5 miles from Milford-on-Sea. The end of the spit is only 0.75 miles from the Isle of Wight. Access is either on foot, or by ferry from Keyhaven.
hurstcastle.co.uk
Romsey Rapids
Romsey
Romsey Rapids indoor swimming pool is a great day out for the whole family. Try to swim against the tide as you get sucked around the rapids, ride down the flume and play in the shallow waters where you will find numerous waterfalls and other water features.
valleyleisure.co.uk
Beaulieu Road Sales
Beaulieu
New Forest Commoners have always controled the sale of their stock through sales in the forest. The New Forest Livestock Society in conjunction with Southern County
Auctioneers organise the pony sales at Beaulieu Road. A great taste of the New Forest!
Brockenhurst Attractions
Deer Sanctuary
Boldrewood
Boldrewood Deer Sanctuary is a great place to watch wild deer. There is a tiered viewing platform which gives uninterrupted views over the fields where the deer live. Located at the north end of Bolderwood Drive, accessible from A35 Lyndhurst-Christchurch road.
new-forest-national-park.com
Setley Ridge Vineyard
Brockenhurst
The vineyard produces 5 wines and offers free tastings of these everyday in the Farm shop. They also stock a wide range of other locally made drinks, including Isle of Wight and Hampshire Beer, Burley Cider, Hill Farm Apple Juice and New Forest Spring Water.
setleyridgevineyard.co.uk
Tall Tree Trail
Rhinefield
Between Brockenhurst and the A35 road is the Rhinefield Ornamental Drive, a narrow road lined with rhododendrons, azaleas and some of the tallest and oldest trees in Britain. Wonder along the tall tree trail, beginning and ending at either Blackwater or Brock Hill car park.
new-forest-national-park.com
Art Sway
Sway
ArtSway is the contemporary visual arts venue in the New Forest. Presenting a high quality changing exhibition programme of contemporary visual art in a unique environment deep in the New Forest. In addition Art Sway offers a range of workshops and courses.
artsway.org.uk
The New Forest Show
Brockenhurst
The New Forest and Hampshire County Show is a famous annual agricultural show held for three days at the end of July at New Park, Brockenhurst in Hampshire. The incredible Musical Ride of the Household Cavalry will be our main ring attraction in 2016!
newforestshow.co.uk
Dog Photo Shoot
The New Forest
New Forest photographer, Matt Roseveare, will join you on a dog walk to capture the unique realationship you have with your pet. For just £75 you will receive a memory stick full of high quality pictures. What a wonderful way to make and treasure memories!
www.mattrphotography.co.ukBeaulieu Attractions
New Forest Activities
Beaulieu
Experts in delivering outdoor activities in the New Forest National Park. Choose from a wide range of activities including; family adventures, archery, canoeing, kayaking, cycling, bushcraft, raft building, walking trails and much more.
newforestactivities.co.uk
National Motor Museum
Beaulieu
Superb collection of over 250 vehicles of all ages and types. There are also many hundreds of associated motoring exhibits and displays. Home of the late Lord Montagu, Palace House and gardens, and Beaulieu Abbey are also open to the public.
beaulieu.co.uk
Beaulieu Road Sales
Beaulieu
New Forest Commoners have always controled the sale of their stock through sales in the forest. The New Forest Livestock Society in conjunction with Southern County
Auctioneers organise the pony sales at Beaulieu Road. A great taste of the New Forest!
Countryside Education
Beaulieu
The Countryside Education Trust connect people with the wonders of the British countryside. The general public is welcome for family days and a variety of events and courses throughout the year to introduce people to country living, rural crafts and wildlife.
cet.org.uk
Buckler's Hard
Buckler's Hard
On the banks of the Beaulieu River, is a unique and picturesque village. Warships were built here for almost a century including Nelson's favourite H.M.S. Agamemnon. The Museum tells the Buckler's Hard story - from its origins as a port for importing sugar cane.
bucklershard.co.uk
Exbury Gardens
Exbury
Created by Lionel de Rothschild in the 1920s, and are renowned for their world-famous displays of rhododendrons, camellias and azaleas. The vast range of exotic plants and trees in the 200 acre ground will inspire gardening enthusiasts and nature lovers.
exbury.co.uk
Dog Photo Shoot
The New Forest
New Forest photographer, Matt Roseveare, will join you on a dog walk to capture the unique realationship you have with your pet. For just £75 you will receive a memory stick full of high quality pictures. What a wonderful way to make and treasure memories!
www.mattrphotography.co.ukFordingbridge Attractions
Breamore House
Breamore
An Elizabethan Manor House and a Countryside Museum and Family home with many fine works of art, period furniture, 17th century needlework and porcelain. The site also features an ancient Mizmaze. Open to visitors from April until the end of October.
breamorehouse.com
Classic Car Tours
Ower
New Forest Classic Car Tours offer a complete vintage car tour service across Hampshire and the New Forest, typically operating within a 25 mile radius of Fordingbridge. So why not explore the New Forest in style with your 'Gatsby' style chauffeur showing you the sights.
newforestweddingcars.co.uk
New Forest Water Park
Fordingbridge
The South's first Cable Wakeboard System & the UK's first Wibit Inflatable Sports Aqua Park! Have fun wakeboarding or kneeboarding on their 2 cable systems, or play on the 55 metre long, floating, inflatable Aqua Park which has 2 trampolines and much more.
newforestwaterpark.co.uk
Dog Photo Shoot
The New Forest
New Forest photographer, Matt Roseveare, will join you on a dog walk to capture the unique realationship you have with your pet. For just £75 you will receive a memory stick full of high quality pictures. What a wonderful way to make and treasure memories!
www.mattrphotography.co.ukHythe and Waterside Attractions
Hythe Ferry & Pier Train
Hythe
Arriving at Hythe Pier, board the World's Oldest Pier Train and after the short ride of 640 meters you can set sail on the Hythe Ferry across Southampton Water and enjoy the sights and sounds of the bustling international trading port of Southampton.
hytheferry.co.uk
Netley Abbey
Netley
Netley is the most complete surviving abbey built by the Cistercian monks in southern England. Almost all of the walls of its 13th century church still stand today. Netley Abbey's ivy-clad remains and woodland setting area a perfect medieval ruin. Free Entry!
english-heritage.org.uk
Calshot
Calshot
Calshot is one of the largest Outdoor Centres in Britain, offering a wide range of exciting water and landbased activities for all ages and abilities from skiing and climbing, to raft building. It also has the only indoor banked velodrome in the South of England.
hants.gov.uk/calshot.htm
Lepe Country Park
Lepe
Occupies a narrow stretch of land adjoining the Solent, just west of Southampton Water and south of the New Forest. Here you can enjoy superb views of the Solent and Isle of Wight. The shingle beach is home to cockles, whelks, slipper limpets and periwinkles.
hants.gov.uk/lepe
Dog Photo Shoot
The New Forest
New Forest photographer, Matt Roseveare, will join you on a dog walk to capture the unique realationship you have with your pet. For just £75 you will receive a memory stick full of high quality pictures. What a wonderful way to make and treasure memories!
www.mattrphotography.co.ukLymington Attractions
Hurst Castle
Hurst
Built by Henry VIII in 1544, was one of a chain of coastal fortresses, and is located at the end of a shingle spit which extends 1.5 miles from Milford-on-Sea. The end of the spit is only 0.75 miles from the Isle of Wight. Access is either on foot, or by ferry from Keyhaven.
hurstcastle.co.uk
Water Gardens
Everton
New Forest Water Gardens can provide everything you need for installing a pond in your garden. The beautiful water gardens are open for visitors from March to October. Feed the enormous coy carp whilst the friendly ducks follow you around the garden.
newforestwatergardens.co.uk
St. Barbe Museum
Lymington
Visit the St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery and explore the history of Lymington and the New Forest coast, and enjoy one of the finest art galleries in the region. Enjoy the wonderful touring exhibitions, as well as the family days and events throughout the year.
stbarbe-museum.org.uk
Dog Photo Shoot
The New Forest
New Forest photographer, Matt Roseveare, will join you on a dog walk to capture the unique realationship you have with your pet. For just £75 you will receive a memory stick full of high quality pictures. What a wonderful way to make and treasure memories!
www.mattrphotography.co.uk
Motorcycle Museum
Bashley
The Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum has is over 300 machines! Some are the only surviving ones in the World! The Racing collection is exceptional and a great opportunity to see wonderful World Record Breaking Bikes and their history. Children's play area. Tea rooms.
sammymiller.co.uk
Vinegar Hill Pottery
Milford-on-Sea
Try your hand at a spot of pottery in the beautiful coastal town of Milford-on-Sea. It doesn't matter how much potting experience you have. There are only seven places per pottery course meaning each course will be tailored to your level of skill and your creativity.
vinegarhillpottery.co.uk
Sea Water Baths
Lymington
Fully staffed 110 meter outdoor sea water pool with: inflatable obstacle courses, water zorbs, stand up paddle boards, kayaks, aqua jousting, children's splash pool & sandpit, Confectionery kiosk/cafe, toilets, changing rooms & showers, disabled access & facilities.
lymingtonseawaterbaths.org.uk
Isle of Wight Ferry
Lymington
Take the 40 minute ferry ride linking the charming market town and yacht haven of Lymington in the New Forest, with historic Yarmouth, perfectly placed for beautiful West Wight. It's the most scenic IOW ferry crossing and a great day out from Lymington.
wightlink.co.uk
Paddle Sport Co
Milford-on-Sea
Based in the beautiful village of Milford on Sea, The New Forest Paddle Sport Company offers you the chance to explore the scenic coast line of the New Forest by Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board. Well maintained equipment for those aged from 6yrs.
newforestpaddlesportcompany.co.uk
The Solent Way
Coastal New Forest
Is a 60-mile long-distance coastal walking route from the seaside town of Milford-on-Sea past the hustle and bustle of seafronts, quiet yachting harbours, deserted marshland and saltings to finish at Emsworth Harbour. No other path is so awash with naval history.
solentway.co.uk
Burley Villa
Bashley
Fun days out for everyone - young or old, beginners or seasoned riders. New Forest Hacks are based on the riders' ability; walk rides for the novice, through to trot and canter rides for the more experienced. Lessons for children or adults in the arena.
burleyvilla.co.ukLyndhurst Attractions
Longdown
Ashurst
Meet lots of friendly farm animals and to try your hand at being a farmer for a day! Get an insight into how a modern farm is managed; Farm work - adults can be a farmer for a day. Children can bottle feed the lambs, calves and hold a chick and brush the miniature ponies.
longdownfarm.co.uk
Wildlife Park
Ashurst
Go Wild in the heart of the New Forest National Park. Follow the woodland trails to see animals in beautiful natural habitat. Children will love the adventure playgrounds, animal feeding and wildlife encounters. Woodlands restaurant on site.
newforestwildlifepark.co.uk
National Park
Lyndhurst
Let a ranger lead you on your very own New Forest expedition. Enjoy exclusive access to the deer platform; binoculars are provided as you search for three types of deer, reptiles, dragonflies, rare birds like crossbill, firecrest, hobby, Dartford warbler and more.
forestry.gov.uk/newforest
Pottery Courses
Lyndhurst
One day and residential weekend pottery courses at the pictureque Angels Farm House in Lyndhurst. Beginners and more experienced potters can learn new skills in throwing and handbuilding, in a relaxed and friendly environment in the heart of the New Forest.
angelsfarm.co.uk/courses
The New Forest Centre
Lyndhurst
The New Forest Centre is packed full of displays and activities about the New Forest National Park. There's something here for all ages and you'll find out how to enjoy your time in the Forest. Enjoy the New Forest museum, gallery and gift shop - all free of charge.
newforestcentre.org.uk
Furzey Gardens
Minstead
Set in Minstead, a few miles north of Lyndhurst, this delightful garden was established in 1922 and is renowned for its all year round beauty. Extensive collections of azaleas and rhododendrons, the strange Bottle Brush tree & flaming Chilean Fire trees
furzey-gardens.org
Dog Photo Shoot
The New Forest
New Forest photographer, Matt Roseveare, will join you on a dog walk to capture the unique realationship you have with your pet. For just £75 you will receive a memory stick full of high quality pictures. What a wonderful way to make and treasure memories!
www.mattrphotography.co.ukRingwood & Burley Attreactions
Sailability New Forest
Ringwood
New Forest & District Sailability is based at Spinnaker Sailing Club, Ringwood and enables people with disabilities to enjoy the exciting sport of sailing. Fully supervised dinghy sailing takes place within the safe confines of a beautiful lake in the heart of the New Forest.
newforestsailability.co.uk
New Forest Cider
Burley
When driving into Burley, look for the cider barrel by the post office and follow the directions and you find the home of New Forest Cider. All products are made in the traditional way using English apples grown in the Burley orchards and the result is a delicious cider.
newforestcider.co.uk
Ringwood Brewery Tour
Ringwood
The Ringwood Brewery tour experience takes approximately an hour and a half and includes a complimentary drink in the Pin Room. Taste the malted barleys, have a sniff of the hops, and see the fermentations bubbling away in the TunRoom..
ringwoodbrewery.co.uk
Avon Valley Path
Avon Valley
34 miles from Salisbury Cathedral to Christchurch Priory. Many people walk the route over two days with an overnight stop in Ringwood. The valley is a rare and special place and still supports a remarkable range of unspoiled habitats, rich in wildlife. A wonderful long walk.
hants.gov.uk/avon-valley-path
Dog Photo Shoot
The New Forest
New Forest photographer, Matt Roseveare, will join you on a dog walk to capture the unique realationship you have with your pet. For just £75 you will receive a memory stick full of high quality pictures. What a wonderful way to make and treasure memories!
www.mattrphotography.co.uk
Go Ape!
Moors Valley
The classic Go Ape experience is a 2-3 hour tree top adventure, flying down zip-wires, leaping off Tarzan Swings and tackling the tree top crossings. Great fun for the whole family, for groups of friends, and a great way to enjoy nature and wildlife at its very best.
goape.co.uk
Burley Wagon Rides
Burley
Enjoy the New Forest at a leisurely pace. All rides begin by going past the village church and into woodland where you often catch glimpses of fallow deer. Shorter trails take you past pretty forest cottages, whilst longer trail allow more views of open forest.
wagonrides.co.ukSalisbury & Romsey Attractions
Romsey Rapids
Romsey
Romsey Rapids indoor swimming pool is a great day out for the whole family. Try to swim against the tide as you get sucked around the rapids, ride down the flume and play in the shallow waters where you will find numerous waterfalls and other water features.
valleyleisure.co.uk
Paultons Park
Ower
Family adventure park situated in a beautiful parkland setting of 140 acres with colourful gardens, sweeping lawns and a horseshoe-shaped lake. Over 40 different attractions and rides - fast and slow, wet and dry - including the much loved Pepper Pig World!
paultonspark.co.uk
King John's House
Romsey
Located in one of Romsey's oldest thoroughfares, Romsey Heritage Centre encompasses three buildings that contain 750 years of history; King John's House, Tudor Cottage and the Victorian Heritage Centre with its beautiful gardens. Well worth a visit!
kingjohnshouse.org.uk
Romsey Abbey
Romsey
Inside Romsey's Norman Abbey you will find the tomb of Lord Mountbatten of Burma, the original bill of sale for the building to the townspeople of Romsey in 1544, and a carved stone crucifix dating from Saxon times. A magnificent piece of architecture!
romseyabbey.org.uk
Salisbury Race Course
Salisbury
Set in the middle of picturesque Wiltshire countryside, within view of the Cathedral, the Racecourse hosts 14 thoroughbred flat race meetings in 2006, plus a raceday for Arabian horses. Racedays are often highlighted with live music and family entertainment.
salisburyracecourse.co.uk
Stonehenge
Salisbury
Walk in the footsteps of our Neolithic ancestors at Stonehenge, one of the wonders of the world and the best-known prehistoric monument in Europe! Explore the ancient landscape and visit the exhibition of ancient objects and meet a 5,500 year-old man!
english-heritage.org.uk
Salisbury Cathedral
Salisbury
The Cathedral was built in just 38 years in a single architectural style, early English Gothic using 70,000 tons of stone, 28,000 tons of oak and 420 tons of lead – the spire is Britain's tallest and weighs 6,500 tons! Home to the original copy of the magna carta!
salisburycathedral.org.uk
Dog Photo Shoot
The New Forest
New Forest photographer, Matt Roseveare, will join you on a dog walk to capture the unique realationship you have with your pet. For just £75 you will receive a memory stick full of high quality pictures. What a wonderful way to make and treasure memories!
www.mattrphotography.co.uk
