Events, Activities and the best of the New Forest
As well as miles of off-road cycling tracks, the New Forest has a whole host of enjoyable venues, places to refresh yourself or dine, events and activities for the whole family. Here is our summary of some of recommended friends and favourite things to see and do in and around the New Forest area.
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Travel Car Free to Burley on an open top Bus!
The New Forest Tour Bus, with it’s new Green Route, enables you to leave your car behind and visit Burley and enjoy the delights of the open air on the way. The bus runs hourly and you can catch it at a number of key locations en route.
For more information please visit the official New Forest Tour website.
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Burley Village
Come and visit our classic and unspoilt New Forest village of Burley. Traditional forest pubs, tea rooms, cafes and restaurants and a wealth of activities for everyone including cycling, horse riding, angling, cider making demonstrations, deer safari, walking and shopping.
FREE PARKING just above the village, on the opposite site of the road to Burley School.
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New Forest Cider
Watch the original cider presses produce traditional, tasty scrumpy. And if you decide to try some, call a taxi first!
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Queens Head
Situated slap, bang in the middle of Burley Village, a proper pub with a friendly welcome and great food and drink and a roaring fire in the colder months. Interesting smuggling history. Good accommodation too. Oh and don’t forget the Cash Point!
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The Burley Inn
Imposing, classic forest pub, right opposite our Hire Centre, which is great news for us! Terrific food and drink, cosy corners and great accommodation.
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The Station House
Beautifully presented establishment with history, situated perfectly on our Old Railway cycle route. Also one of our favourite destinations for anything from a cuppa, to a cream tea or meal!
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White Buck Inn
Nestled in woodland just on the edge of Burley village, an excellent forest pub with a huge menu and choice of beverages. Large family friendly garden and sumptuous accommodation.
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Forest Leisure Cycles Bournemouth
Our friends at Forest Leisure Cycles in Bournemouth believe passionately that the only way to get the right bike for you is to see it, touch it, ride it and get advice from helpful, trained and knowledgeable staff who want you to enjoy the buying experience and help you reach the right decision, at the right price.
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Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary
Situated in the most beautiful central new forest location and on our most coveted cycle route, the viewing platform will allow you to see the deer fed, close up in their natural setting.
www.new-forest-national-park.com/bolderwood-deer-sanctuary.html
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Liberty’s Owl & Reptile Centre
One of the area’s most interesting attractions, close to the villages of Bransgore and Ringwood. Chock full of stunning birds of prey, reptiles and snakes. Regular displays and demonstrations will give you a real insight into these fascinating animals. Has it’s own cafe.
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The Royal Oak
Once a Royal Hunting Lodge, the Royal Oak is a delightful 17th Century Inn, near Fordingbridge, In the heart of the New Forest. The Royal Oak sits in the picturesque village of North Gorley, amongst its grazing donkeys and ponies, opposite the villages duck pond.
It is renowned by locals and visitors alike, for serving high quality, classic pub food, a wonderful array of cask ales and a warm hospitality. The Royal Oak is very family and dog friendly and boasts many outstanding facilities, such as a beautiful beer garden, enclosed children’s play area, a cosy coffee lounge with leather sofas and log burning stoves and its own ‘Forest Flavours’ contemporary restaurant.
With direct access to fantastic forest walks and cycle routes!
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The Trusty Servant
Tucked away on the village green at Minstead, amongst a lovely forest setting. Great food and drink and with an impressive refurbishment, this is a welcoming destination.
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High Corner Inn
Beautifully located in the tranquil area of Linwood, this traditional pub offers real forest fare, with lovely outdoor areas and sought after accommodation.
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The Red Shoot
Close enough to the High Corner Inn for a two-pub crawl! Has it’s own campsite next door, so it’s only a short stagger away……Acclaimed food and drink and a real gem to discover.
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The New Forest Inn
An archetypal, welcoming New Forest Inn in the tiny village of Emery Down. Great food and drink plus a cosy atmosphere.
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New Forest Reptile Centre
A small and interesting centre, where you can see all britain’s reptiles in one place, in a forest setting.
www.new-forest-national-park.com/new-forest-reptile-centre.html
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The New Forest
There is something for everyone in The New Forest, whether you’re looking to relax, explore or just enjoy, The New Forest is the ideal location.
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iNew Forest
For more information on New Forest attractions please check out this independent guide to New Forest accommodation including Camping, B&Bs, Hotels and Cottages along with News and Events in the New Forest National Park.