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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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New Forest Eats 'n' Treats 2019

Brockenhurst

Try, buy and learn about local food, drink and craft.
Come along to our unique event which will include a food and craft market, chef demos, live music and a pop-up food court.
It's the perfect opportunity to buy high quality and unusual Christmas…

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New Forest and Hampshire County Show 2022

Brockenhurst

Create a lifetime of memories at the New Forest and Hampshire County Show.
The New Forest Show is a three-day celebration of Farming, Food and Fun which is rated among the top agricultural shows in the country. From food and flowers, music and main…

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Lymington Seafood Festival

Lymington

Three days of fishy fun, delicious food and drink stalls from local artisan producers. Taking place at Bath Road in Lymington this August Bank Holiday Weekend on 29th, 30th & 31st August 2020, after what has been a tough few months for everyone.

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Pumpkin Picking @ Sunnyfields Farm 2020

Totton, Southampton

Pumpkin time at Sunnyfields Farm has to be different in 2020, though it will still be one of wondrous displays, amazing pumpkin varieties and of course the opportunity for you to pick YOUR pumpkin (even at night!).
This year we have grown many…

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Dogstival

Burley

Dogstival... THE coolest dog show in town is back on the 5th and 6th June 2021 at the glorious Burley Park, New Forest. A fabulous day out for you and your dog! Main arena displays, Dog House Behaviour stage, K9 aquasports dock and dive pool, have a…

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New Forest Eats 'n' Treats 2021

Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst

New Forest Eats 'n' Treats is a Christmas-themed event.
If you produce or serve food or drink locally, or make art or craft items for sales, you can book your place now.
And New Forest Marque and Go New Forest members can claim discounted pitch…

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Lymington Seafood Festival

Lymington

Lymington descends into a foodies paradise from Friday 16th to Sunday 18th with the annual Seafood Festival. With views across the Solent estuary this boutique event is one of the south’s best kept secrets!
Crammed full of every imaginable…

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Hythe Market

Hythe

Fine produce, delicatessen, flowers, all manner of quality non-foods, gifts and much more. A shopping experience to delight you!

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Port Tasting from Ramos Pinto

Milford on Sea

Enjoy an evening starting in style with a glass of Louis Roederer champagne as we whet your appetites before we crack open 5 excellent ports from the House of Ramos Pinto. Tutored session starting from 7pm

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The Lodge Kitchen & Bar

Brockenhurst

A beach bar themed outdoor dining experience with a live DJ adding a summer vibe on weekend nights throughout May.

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WORMSDAY

Damerham

Hey there,
We are hosting a free event for Marie Curie and The New Forest Trust charities - it's on the 22nd of August and is totally free to all. Camping is only £11 per person and there's live music from 12pm until late!
Please see the event for…

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Locals Menu - Part of New Forest Food & Drink Fortnight

Near Lyndhurst

As nature's most colourful season, try one of our absolute favourite walks across the russet-coloured heathland before joining us for a relaxing afternoon lunching in the heart of the forest or an early hearty supper. Our locals menu showcases…

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Ritual Feast - The Meat Sessions

Southampton

Join our fire crew for our annual all day fire cooking experience.
You will learn elements of the premium ingredients we use, butchery, fire starting and management, asado style cooking and food photography.
The days schedule:
9.30 - 10.00am…

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Ritual Feast - Fire Cooked Banquet

Southampton

Our menu
Entree
Slow cooked beef with woodland mushrooms and tender stem broccoli, seared in teriyaki served on a bed of rocket.
Starter
Pork belly, slow cooked on our cross, glazed with soy, lemon, honey and spices and crisped in our chapa pan…

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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 Forest Pizza Company at Thatched Cottage Hotel

16 Brookley Road, Brockenhurst

Thatched Cottage Hotel in Brockenhurst hosts the New Forest Pizza Company. Enjoy freshly cooked pizza from the wood fired oven all day.
See the menu by clicking here.

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Fordingbridge Pumpkin Picking Patch

Fordingbridge

The whole family is welcome at Fordingbridge's Halloween spectacular!
Entry is FREE and you'll find over 25,000 pumpkins in every shape and size. Let your creative talents run wild with our crafts and fill up with seasonal food and drink…

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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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International Autojumble

Beaulieu, New Forest

This long-awaited weekend of automotive enjoyment will bring together all manner of motoring spares, automobilia and historic vehicles for sale, with an eclectic mix of stands to browse in the event fields. As the old saying goes, "If you can't find…

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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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