Browsing local attractions within 10 miles of The Shimmerings

Fernglen, Gosport Lane, Lyndhurst, SO43 7BL, Tel: 023 8028 3349, (9 miles, 14kms)

AA Bike Hire is a family run business, established over 25 years. The original, longest running cycle hire in the New Forest. We supply a fleet of Specialised Hardrock and Haro Sport front suspension aluminium framed quality mountain bikes.

Highwood Road, Brockenhurst, SO42 7RY, Tel: 01425 470188, (9 miles, 15kms)

2-3 The Mall, Burley, BH24 4AD, Tel: 01425 403513, (4 miles, 6kms)

Speciality: Fudge

Burley Manor Hotel, Burley, BH24 4BS, Tel: 01425 403489, (4 miles, 6kms)

Rides for beginners, experienced, adults and children over seven. Outdoor rides available with direct forest access.

Bashley Common Road, New Milton, BH25 5SH, Tel: 01425 610278, (8 miles, 12kms)

Rides for novice and experienced, adults and children. Beginners welcome. Western and English saddle Forest Rides. BHS approved. Children over 4 can enjoy pony rides on the premises, over 7's can ride in the Forest.

136 Christchurch Road, Ringwood, BH24 3AP, Tel: 01425 472587, (2 miles, 4kms)

Enchanting 15th Century thatched cottage restaurant. Beautiful patio dining area. Fully licensed bar. Superb cottage style lodge en-suite accommodation. Friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Excellent cuisine at reasonable prices.

Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst, SO42 7RH, Tel: 01590 623551, (9 miles, 15kms)

Chewton Glen, Christchurch Road, New Milton, BH25 6QS, Tel: 01425 275341, (9 miles, 14kms)

Voted best Country House Hotel in the world, Chewton Glen is a privately owned 5 Red Star Hotel offering probably the best combination of country house grandeur, food and spa facilities anywhere in the UK.

The Railway Carriage, Brockenhurst Station, Brockenhurst, SO42 7TW, Tel: 01590 622627, (9 miles, 15kms)

Explore the New Forest by Bicycle! Discover the New Forest at your own pace with a quality, fully equipped bicycle from Country Lanes.

2-4 Brookley Road, Brockenhurst, SO42 7RR, Tel: 01590 624204, (9 miles, 15kms)

Experience the countryside as it should be, away from the hustle and bustle of busy life, gliding through the tranquility of some of England's most unspoilt countryside.

14 High Street, Lyndhurst, Hampshire, SO43 7BD, Tel: 023 8028 3199, (9 miles, 14kms)

Family run independant craft store, offering a wealth of contemporary and traditional card making, scarp-booking and childrens craft materials. Demonstrations, workshops and classes regularly held.

Summer Lane, Exbury, Near Beaulieu, SO45 1AZ, Tel: 023 8089 8737, (9 miles, 14kms)

World famous woodland garden, home to the Rothschil Collection of rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, rare trees and shrubs, with its own steam railway.

Village Centre, The Cross, Burley, BH24 4AB, Tel: 01425 403584, (4 miles, 6kms)

Welcome to the home of New Forest Cycling. Traffic free New Forest Bike Hire from the unspoilt village of Burley, with rides for all ages and abilities. Free Parking - Online Booking - Open 7 days from 9 am.

Crow Lane, Crow, Ringwood, BH24 3EA, Tel: 01425 476487, (2 miles, 3kms)

Liberty's is home to a large collection of birds of prey and reptiles. Observe the birds flying free and reptiles up close in various spectacular displays throughout the day. Kennels for dogs provided free of charge.

Limewood, Beaulieu Road, Lyndhurst, SO43 7FZ, Tel: 023 8028 7177, (10 miles, 16kms)

Lime Wood, a boutique country house hotel in England, is set in the heart of the New Forest National Park, 1.5 miles from the small town of Lyndhurst and just an hour and a half drive from London.

New Forest Centre, Main Car Park, Lyndhurst, SO43 7NY, Tel: 023 8028 2269, (9 miles, 14kms)

Make the most of your stay by visiting the New Forest Visitor Information Centre in Lyndhurst. Open all year round they offer excellent local knowledge and local expertise that is unsurpassed.

Careys Manor Hotel, Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst, SO42 7RH, Tel: 01590 623551, (9 miles, 15kms)

This restaurant offers impeccable service, food prepared with precision and cooked to perfection, plus a wonderful selection of wines. If you are looking for an elegant dinner - this is the place to go.

Minstead, Lyndhurst, SO43 7FT, Tel: 023 8081 2297, (8 miles, 14kms)

High Street, Lyndhurst, SO43 7NY, Tel: 023 8028 3444, (9 miles, 14kms)

Find out what makes the Forest so special at the New Forest Centre. The Museum is great for families and there's a Gallery, Library, Visitor Information Centre and Gift Shop too!

The New Forest, SO43 7NY, Tel: 023 8086 8924, (9 miles, 14kms)

We offer a fully bespoke service, each tour is tailored to your specific interests within the forest. Please contact us for more information and to let us know your requirements.

Chapel House, Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst, SO42 7RH, Tel: 01590 6240088, (9 miles, 15kms)

Grid Reference: SU271071, Near Lyndhurst, SO43 7NY, Tel: 023 8028 3141, (9 miles, 14kms)

Visit to the New Forest Reptile Centre for a fascinating day out. Specially designed pens give you the best chance of seeing all of our native reptiles and amphibians. Open April - September 2011.

4 High Street, Ringwood, BH24 1AF, Tel: 01425 479068, (1 miles, 2kms)

In and around The New Forest, Tel: 07799 368789, (9 miles, 14kms)

27 High Street, Lyndhurst, Hampshire, SO43 7BE, Tel: 023 8028 2697, (9 miles, 14kms)

Extensive range of teddy bears and gifts.

Buldowne Walk, Sway, Lymington, SO41 6DU, Tel: 01590 681544, (6 miles, 9kms)

Interested in photography? Would you like to take better pictures? Enjoy a walk with a different perspective? Let us open your eyes to the New Forest. Photo New Forest can offer Print Sales, Photo Treks, Event Photography and Tuition.