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Markets & Events in the New Forest

If food and drink is one of your things then you will love to get hands-on with some of our fantastic food events and browse our regular markets for tasty treats.

Our what’s on pages will give you more information on upcoming events, however the following will give you some inspiration to get your taste buds running wild…

Top food and drink events

Keep your diary free for the annual Hampshire Food Festival during July which features events within The New Forest as well as further afield. Look out for cookery demonstrations, tours and talks at various locations within the National Park, including at some of our luxury hotels such as the Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa and Lime Wood as well as at the popular Mill at Gordleton. There are opportunities to meet some of the local producers that work so hard to offer the best local produce including local cheesemakers, wine producers, pork pie makers and brewers.

Be sure to check out the food and drink stands and the big marquee at the New Forest and Hampshire County Show which takes places annually for three days in July in Brockenhurst. Many of the stands feature local producers so it’s a great opportunity to pick up local meats, cheeses, cakes and sweet treats.

The Lymington Seafood Festival has become a popular addition to the calendar. Taking place on a weekend in August, this festival brings with it cookery demonstrations, live music and the opportunity to sample some of the area’s seafood delights. Plus don’t fear if you are a vegetarian or a meat eater, there are many other types of food and drink also on offer.

Some of our local hotels offer themed evenings where you can sample particular types of food or drink or can sit back and relax whilst watching some music or entertainment. Events like this regularly take place at Burley Manor, Careys Manor Hotel and Montagu Arms Hotel.

Cookery schools

Perfect for those wishing to improve their cookery skills or simply to start out on a culinary journey, our cookery schools offer you relaxed and informal ways to explore the world of food.

There are a handful of cookery schools within The New Forest including one in the luxurious surroundings of Chewton Glen Hotel, which features regular cookery workshops and demonstrations from celebrity chef, James Martin.

There is also a cookery school at the uber-foodie hotel, Lime Wood which is headed up by Iain Longhorn. Look out for seafood courses as well as ones for the children during the school holidays. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro, there are a wide-range of cookery courses available.

The New Forest Cookery School is located in Brockenhurst College, in the heart of the National Park. Here, courses include things like afternoon tea, fabulous fish and knife skills, all part of the adult learning programme that is on offer to both local residents and visitors alike.

Near Lymington, The Granary Kitchen Cookery School and private dining is run by chef, Christian Rivron. The granary setting provides a relaxed setting for learning new cookery skills in order to help mimic recreating them in your own home. Courses vary from fish and shellfish to Christmas made easy workshops.

Food Markets

You’ll find regular weekly markets featuring fresh produce at Lymington, New Milton, Hythe and Ringwood where you can pick up fruit and vegetables, meat and dairy produce as well as cakes, bread and more.

Ringwood is also home to regular Hampshire farmers’ markets where you can buy fresh produce direct from the producer. A great place to pick up your meat, fish, fruit and vegetables.

Look out for other themed markets which head to Hythe, such as the French market, where you can pick up cheeses, patisserie and other treats from the continent.

Other food events

Look out for seasonal menus, tasting evenings, small food markets and special events nights at some of our restaurants and pubs as well as other food and drink events occurring in and around the New Forest.

Take a Walking Picnic whereby you are taken on a guided walk of the New Forest before stopping for some of our finest local produce and be sure to stop by at the Burley Fudge Shop for their changing fudge flavour of the month.

Keep an eye on our what’s on pages for forthcoming events or take a look at our listings below for some more inspiration on what’s happening over the next few months. Keep checking back as events are regularly added. Plus if you are organising a food and drink event and would like it to be featured you can submit details of it here.

Also, don’t forget to purchase your Go New Forest Card in advance of your visit for just £10. The card gives you money-saving discounts of many of our attraction, places to stay and restaurants and cafes in and around The New Forest.

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Lymington Seafood Festival

Lymington

Two days of fishy fun, delicious food and drink stalls from local artisan producers. Taking place at Bath Road in Lymington on 8 and 9 August 2020. With demonstration kitchens to feed your culinary curiosity, plus our live music stage to keep the…

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New Forest Eats 'n' Treats

Brockenhurst

Now in its fourth year, Eats 'n' Treats 2020 attractions include a food and craft market, demonstrations, live music and a pop-up food court with bar.
We will also have Santa's Grotto, where kids can meet St Nick and pick up an early gift as well.

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Dogstival

Burley

It’s music to a dog’s ears, Dogstival is back and gearing up for a weekend of entertainment not to be missed. The idyllic Burley Park is set to host thousands of four-legged festival goers on the 5th and 6th September.

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Father's Day Lunch at The Terrace

Beaulieu

Bring your Father to the award-winning Terrace Restaurant for a Father's Day with a difference. Experience a delicious menu prepared by Head Chef Matthew Whitfield for a special afternoon he will cherish for years to come.
£52 per person and £25…

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Ms Marbles Murder Mystery Dinner

Beaulieu

Ms Marbles, a connoisseur in crime solving will lead you through an evening of interactive Murder Mystery. Set at Midwinter Hall, Ms Marbles finds herself at a masked ball hosted by The Earl, where he plans to auction the dresses of his ex-wives.…

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Hythe Market

Hythe

Please note, this market is not taking place for the forseeable future due to the outbreak of Coronavirus.
Fine produce, delicatessen, flowers, all manner of quality non-foods, gifts and much more. A shopping experience to delight you!

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Glorious Game

New Milton

Game is one of Britain's most delicious natural ingredients. From pheasant, partridge, grouse, pigeon and wild duck, to rabbit and venison there is a breadth of choice to suit every taste and budget. Being lower in cholesterol and fat than most…

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Mother's Day Mad Hatter's Tea Party

Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst

Fall down the rabbit hole and celebrate Mother's Day with a whimsical twist on classic British afternoon tea.
We'll serve the delicious dainty finger sandwiches you love, perfectly paired with a selection of sweet treats, freshly baked scones,…

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Burgundy Wine Tasting Dinner

Beaulieu

Phil Weeks, Sales Director of Lea & Sandeman Wine Merchants and our Head Sommelier, Sergio Dos Santos have collabarated alongside Head Chef Matthew Whitfield on a mouth-watering 5 course menu accompanied by a curated selection of Burgundy wines.…

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New Forest Christmas Fair 2019

Exbury, Southampton

This year's event will take place at Exbury Gardens.
The New Forest Christmas Fair is a traditional family day out, full of local produce and gifts and festive atmosphere.
Entrance Fees:
Adults £2.00
Children FREE
Parking FREE
Dogs…

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Grower Champagne Dinner

Beaulieu

Phil Weeks, Sales Director of Lea & Sandeman Wine Merchants and our Head Sommelier, Sergio Dos Santos have collabarated alongside Head Chef Matthew Whitfield for a mouth-watering 5 course menu accompanied by delectable Grower Champagne.
Grower…

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Christmas Lunch

Beaulieu, Beaulieu

Christmas lunch in Steff's Kitchen, available 2nd to 22nd December, from £18 for 2 courses.
Enjoy a festive lunch in Steff's Kitchen. Book in advance and receive Christmas crackers and chocolates on your table. To book call 01590 614951.

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Knit and Natter

Lymington

Second Tuesday each month 2-4pm | Drop-in | FREE
For anyone interested in knitting or crochet, come along with your own work or join us as we make blankets for Linden House, dedicated to dementia care or Bobby Buddies in partnership with Hampshire…

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New Milton Street Market

New Milton

Please note, this market is not taking place for the forseeable future due to the outbreak of Coronavirus.
The New Milton street market which is held every Wednesday in Station Road is managed and operated by New Milton Town Council.

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Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

Mount Pleasant Lane, Lymington

Treat your mum to a delicious spread of light sandwiches, scones and sweet treats. Mum can enjoy a complimentary glass of prosecco when you join us for full afternoon tea on Mother's Day.

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Medieval Christmas Banquet

Beaulieu

Celebrate the festive season in a unique and fun way with a medieval banquet which includes traditional mead on arrival, platters of meat, vegetables & potatoes (vegetarian option available).
The 13th Century Domus provides the perfect setting to…

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Tea and Memories

Lymington

2-4pm | Drop-in | FREE
This time our subject is: Carnivals, Parades and other local celebrations - a fabulous collection of images to see!
A chance for older residents to look at photographs and objects and share their memories of times gone by…

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NYE Disco

Milford on Sea

The Cave will be open as normal for food and drink until 8.30pm, then we will get ready for our evening of great tunes from the 60's, 70's 80's, through to the latest tunes. Our DJ for the evening is DJ 8Ball Paul. Please feel free to join us as his…

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Valentine's Afternoon Tea

Beaulieu

What better way to show your loved one just how much the mean to you, than Afternoon Tea in the romantic setting of the Montagu Arms, accompanied by a glass of Tattinger Champagne. From thinly-sliced finger sandwiches to delicate pastries and warm…

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Lunch with Head Chef Matthew Whitfield

Beaulieu

Ever wondered what goes in to creating restaurant quality food?
Here is your chance to get a behind-the-scenes experience of The Terrace Restaurant and join Head Chef Matthew Whitfield for lunch. Watch Matthew create some of his favourite dishes…

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