Cycling is a great way to see the area and our cycle and spa package is ideal to enjoy the fresh air and exercise with time to relax in the spa.
There's plenty to see and do in the New Forest
The New Forest has something for everyoneThere 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 nearbyTo 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. For more information about the leisure activities available in the New Forest click here
You don't even need a car to enjoy the New ForestExploring 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
Lymington
Discover this quaint town with cobbled streets, pretty Marina and boutique shops.
Beaulieu
An ancient and picturesque forest village with lovely cobbled streets For a delicious lunch or dinner eat at Monty's or the Michelin starred Terrace Restaurant at the Montagu Arms.
Lyndhurst
The capital of the New Forest, now a tourist centre, is the seat of the Verderer's Court. The Court was created by the Normans to protect the Forest, and still meets every 2 months in Queen's House, a 17th century building.
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
Salisbury
Famous Cathedral City and nearby Stonehenge
Bournemouth
A cosmopolitan holiday resort often called 'London by the Sea'.
Isle of Wight
An excellent day trip destination for everyone
Places of historical interest in the New Forest
Beaulieu Abbey
National Motor Museum & Palace House
15 mins drive
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 drive
Breamore House
Elizabethan Manor, period village display, and Carriage Museum.
45 mins drive
Wilton House
Home of Earl of Pembroke on the site of a 9th Century Nunnery
45 mins drive
Broadlands
Palladin Mansion on the banks of the River Test; home of Lord Mountbatten.
25 mins drive
HMS Victory
At Marine Museum, Historical Dockyard, Portsmouth.
45 mins drive
Mary Rose
On-going preservation of famous Tudor wooden ship.
45 mins drive
Marwell Zoological Park
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 drive
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 drive
Fine Art Talks
Talks on fine art based on Somerley's superb collection.
35 mins drive
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 drive
