A conservation experience in the heart of the New Forest, these guys are doing good things when it comes to rehabilitation and species management. Go and enjoy the countryside whilst admiring animals from far and wide. It's very well set up, welcoming to disabled visitors, but not dog-friendly.
A bijou village that grew around the original Abbey at the head of the Beaulieu River. An ancient and pretty monastery village, home to the country's National Motor Museum.
Ancient Abbey ruins were the centre of the village settlement and imparted its name. Now, Palace House is home to the Montagu family and there are exhibitions of monastic life with grounds and gardens to get lost in. Oh, and the famous motor museum of course.
Everything motoring is covered but even if you're not an enthusiast, there are some lovely specimens on display, set in stunning grounds.
This pub prides itself on being the only pie pub in Lymington and you can also enjoy cask ales. Dogs are welcome in the bar area and garden as are children and all major sporting events are shown live on Sky and BT Sport.
One of the larger New Forest villages, surrounded by open heathland and woodland walks, there's a 'watersplash' where wild beasts of the bovine and equine varieties congregate having wandered the streets of this olde worlde town.
It'll take the best part of six hours to walk this eleven mile moderate trek of New Forest walking wonderment - ornamental trees, heaths, woods, wildlife and everything magical about the great outdoors in Hampshire. Check the weblink for route directions.
A heritage haven in the heart of the New Forest, nestled on thebanks of the Beaulieu River, this is a whole village of maritime history. A shipbuilding village from the 18th Century, there are replica workshops, the Maritime Museum, cottages, cruises, and trails to follow. It's not too expensive and provides a unique day out for the whole family.
Lovely views from the front if you can get a table, with generous British Italian meals.
Boat fishing around the Needles and surrounding area from the south coast port of Lymington. Individuals and beginners welcome.
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28 August 2023
A conservation experience in the heart of the New Forest, these guys are doing good things when it comes to rehabilitation and species management. Go and enjoy the countryside whilst admiring animals from far and wide. It's very well set up, welcoming to disabled visitors, but not dog-friendly.
A bijou village that grew around the original Abbey at the head of the Beaulieu River. An ancient and pretty monastery village, home to the country's National Motor Museum.
Ancient Abbey ruins were the centre of the village settlement and imparted its name. Now, Palace House is home to the Montagu family and there are exhibitions of monastic life with grounds and gardens to get lost in. Oh, and the famous motor museum of course.
Everything motoring is covered but even if you're not an enthusiast, there are some lovely specimens on display, set in stunning grounds.
This pub prides itself on being the only pie pub in Lymington and you can also enjoy cask ales. Dogs are welcome in the bar area and garden as are children and all major sporting events are shown live on Sky and BT Sport.
One of the larger New Forest villages, surrounded by open heathland and woodland walks, there's a 'watersplash' where wild beasts of the bovine and equine varieties congregate having wandered the streets of this olde worlde town.
It'll take the best part of six hours to walk this eleven mile moderate trek of New Forest walking wonderment - ornamental trees, heaths, woods, wildlife and everything magical about the great outdoors in Hampshire. Check the weblink for route directions.
A heritage haven in the heart of the New Forest, nestled on thebanks of the Beaulieu River, this is a whole village of maritime history. A shipbuilding village from the 18th Century, there are replica workshops, the Maritime Museum, cottages, cruises, and trails to follow. It's not too expensive and provides a unique day out for the whole family.
Lovely views from the front if you can get a table, with generous British Italian meals.
Boat fishing around the Needles and surrounding area from the south coast port of Lymington. Individuals and beginners welcome.