New Forest Blog

New Forest Vouchers

We are hoping that things will begin to look brighter again soon and it won’t be too long until you can enjoy the New Forest again. One of the ways that you can help support our tourism industry during this time, is by purchasing vouchers in advance of your visit, a great way to show your commitment…

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New Forest Recipes to try at home

Are you missing your favourite dishes at our wonderful restaurants, pubs and hotels - or, do you just want to find a new skill in cooking or baking during lockdown? Well, luckily for you, some of our top places to eat have shared the recipes of their popular menu choices for you to try and recreate…

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Top 10 Places for a Picnic in the New Forest

Picnics are one of the Great British traditions. And no wonder – not only are they the best way we know to eat food (no fuss and formality) they’re also an inexpensive, fun way to spend time outdoors together as a family. When it comes to picnics, where you eat is as important as what you eat which…

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Simply the Best Places to Eat in the Magical New Forest

Whether it’s that big celebration lunch, afternoon tea with your girlfriends, or a tasty supper at the pub, the New Forest is always the perfect place to grab something great to eat. From traditional pub grub to some of the UK’s highest-rated restaurants – James Martin used to work at the Chewton…

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The Best New Forest Pubs with Gardens

Sitting outside with an ice-cold beer, a glass of the sharpest cider or a cheeky prosecco – and something lovely to eat - is the summer dream. Here are some of the best New Forest places to live it! The Trusty Servant…perfect for groups Tucked into the village of Minstead, the Trusty Servant is a…

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Top 10 places to eat al fresco in the New Forest this summer

There’s something about eating outdoors that makes everything taste so much better! With that in mind, we’ve done the leg-work to find your perfect New Forest al fresco dining spot… 1. For garden lovers…If your idea of pure joy is being able to gaze upon a Gertrude Jekyll-style garden – complete…

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