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Anyone who has a love of local food and drink will enjoy a visit to one of The New Forest’s many food and drinks events. Sample local ales and wines, buy produce fresh from the farmer or hone your culinary skills at a cookery school or food festival.

Annual food and drink events

Each year, during the month of July, the Hampshire Food Fair takes place across the county, including many parts of The New Forest. Think food and drink talks, demonstrations, cookery workshops and more and you’ll get the picture of just some of things that take place. Look out for events taking place at some of our luxury hotels such as Montagu Arms and The Pig. Other New Forest venues have included in the past Ringwood Brewery, Lyburn Cheese Farm at Landford and The Mill at Gordleton.

The Milford Sea Food Week is a fantastic chance to sample some of the local seafood at Milford on Sea. It usually takes place during late spring.

Why not try some delicious local seafood that’s on offer at one of the many stalls at the Lymington Seafood Festival? Not only is this event free to enter, but you will also be entertained by musicians, bands and other activities. Plus if you don’t fancy seafood, there are plenty of places to enjoy a tipple and meat eaters and vegetarians are also well catered for.

Nearby to the New Forest, along the coastline, the Christchurch Food & Wine Festival usually takes place in May. A popular event on the south coast, this festival often features celebrity chefs, cookery demonstrations and the ever-popular festival street market and village.

Regular and special markets

An ideal place to pick up the fresh produce you need for cooking up that perfect meal, regular markets take place in the following towns and villages in The New Forest:

Hythe
Lymington
New Milton
Ringwood

Ringwood is also home to regular farmers’ markets, where you can buy food and drink directly from the farmers and local producers.

Look out for themed markets which head to Hythe and Ringwood from time to time including the popular French markets. You will also find a large food market as part of the annual New Forest and Hampshire County Show in Brockenhurst.

Cookery Schools in The New Forest

If you are looking to hone your kitchen skills then why not make a visit to one of The New Forest’s cookery schools?

You’ll find regular courses run at both Lime Wood and Chewton Glen hotels in their dedicated cookery schools.

At Lime Wood, HH&Co Backstage offers courses for all levels of budding chef in an informal and creative environment.

Chewton Glen Hotel’s cookery school, The Kitchen, is set in a beautiful setting within the hotel’s grounds. Explore the greenhouse for fresh produce and enjoy learning in this stunning setting. Courses even include celebrity chef classes run by James Martin and friends.

Within Brockenhurst, the local higher education college, Brockenhurst College, runs the New Forest Cookery School with courses ranging from beginners to more advanced cookery and is open for those who reside in and nearby the forest, as well as visitors.

There is also The Granary Kitchen Cookery School near Lymington which is headed up by Christian Rivron.

Other food events in The New Forest

Look out for cookery demonstrations and special food nights at some of our New Forest hotels. Careys Manor Hotel in Brockenhurst, Burley Manor, Balmer Lawn Hotel and The Bell Inn at Bramshaw all hold regular food and drink events - simply check the listings below for details.

If you have a sweet tooth then we’d highly recommend that you head to Burley Fudge Shop and taste their ‘Fudge of the Month’ flavour. Call in for a free taster of what’s on offer!

Also in Burley, you can find New Forest Cider - a popular stopping point for many a visitor to the village. For one weekend in October join in with the annual apple pressing event, for your chance to see how cider is made using the traditional ways.

Look out for other pop-up food events, food talks and much more. Keep an eye on our what’s on pages and listings below for details of any forthcoming events.

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Fudge Tasting

Burley

Fudge Tasting at Burley Fudge shop in the quaint village of Burley New Forest. Try any one of our homemade fudges from a range of over 30 different flavours. Traditional fudges (hard & crumbly or smooth and creamy), Gluten Free, Vegan, Dairy...

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From:

8 Feb 2018to31 Dec 2018

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October Flavour of the Month

Burley

Come and try our flavour of the month - Spiced Pumpkin fudge!
Available in store and online.

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From:

9 Oct 2018to4 Nov 2018

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Chef's Autumnal Preview Evening

Brook

Six-course dinner tasting menu and cocktail.
Allow our talented Chef and kitchen brigade to delight and dazzle your taste buds as they showcase our AA rosette dining and share snapshots of the ideas and inspiration behind our forthcoming seasonal...

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From:
18 Oct 2018Open 19:30 - 23:00

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Pumpkin Picking Patch

Fordingbridge

PYO Pumpkins and Make Your Own Halloween Crafts.

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From:

19 Oct 2018to28 Oct 2018Open 09:30 - 16:00

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An Evening with Franny Benali

Brockenhurst

COME AND JOIN US FOR AN UNMISSABLE EVENING WITH FRANCIS BENALI WHERE HE WILL BE TALKING ABOUT HIS 16 YEAR CAREER AS A PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALLER PLAYING AGAINST SOME OF THE BEST PLAYERS IN THE WORLD, AS WELL AS HOW HE PLANNED AND COMPLETED HIS EPIC...

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From:
19 Oct 2018Open 19:00 - 23:00

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Champagne Gourmet Dinner

New Forest

Celebrate Perrier-Jouët champagnes with a sensational evening of stunning food, exceptional champagne and a fantastic atmosphere. Hosted by the Perrier-Jouët UK Ambassador you'll enjoy a relaxed, informal evening discovering the vision of gastronomy...

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From:
26 Oct 2018Open 19:00 - 22:00

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Hampshire Farmers' Market

Ringwood

A bustling Farmers Market with lots of local, Hampshire produce all grown, reared, caught or made within the County. Includes: Award Winning Pies, Gin, Cheese, Goats Milk, Free Range Meats, Cakes, Fresh Fish, Honey and Garden Plants.

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From:
27 Oct 2018Open 10:00 - 14:00
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24 Nov 2018Open 10:00 - 14:00
From:
22 Dec 2018Open 10:00 - 14:00

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Traditional Bread Making

Minstead

Traditional Bread Making
Come along to yet another beginner's bread making class with a seasonal twist! We will be rolling up our sleeves again and getting stuck into producing three types of bread; wholemeal, white and Christmas stollen.
You can...

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From:
27 Oct 2018Open 10:00 - 17:30

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French Bread Making

Minstead

French Bread Making
Bread Making
10-5.30p.m.
Join us for a day of French Bread Making with Paul Merry.
Get to grips with French bread on this course. Learn how to make an authentic baguette and splendid croissants are on the programme, using a...

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From:
28 Oct 2018Open 10:00 - 17:30

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Sausage Making Demonstrations & 'New Forest Foods' Menu

Fordingbridge

An event to celebrate New Forest Food & Drink Week.
Hockey`s Farm Shop & Farmyard Cafe - come and watch sausages being made in a traditional way and then enjoy a 'New Forest Foods' Menu in our cafe. This week will focus on Pannage Pork; pigs...

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From:

29 Oct 2018to2 Nov 2018Open 11:00 -

From:
3 Nov 2018Open 12:00 -

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The Old Station Afternoon Tea

Near Burley

An event to celebrate New Forest Food & Drink Week.
Come and try our Old Station Afternoon Tea.
Order 2 or more afternoon teas to receive a 25% discount.
Offer available for The New Forest Food and Drink Week 29 Oct to 4 Nov.

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From:

29 Oct 2018to4 Nov 2018

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Sway Butchers Sausage Week

Near Burley

An event to celebrate New Forest Food & Drink Week.
To celebrate our local producers we are showcasing the Sway Butchers award winning bangers.
Many varieties available throughout the week.
Served with mash and proper gravy.
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From:

29 Oct 2018to4 Nov 2018Open 12:00 - 15:00

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Local Gin Tasting

16 Brookley Road, Brockenhurst

An event to celebrate New Forest Food & Drink Week.
Sip and Savour a Gin Tasting Flight of 3 of our wonderful local gins! Available every day at our amazing Gin Bar, which serves over 100 different gins! Opening Times are 1200-2000 on...

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From:

29 Oct 2018to4 Nov 2018

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Tom Hordles New Forest Beef, Forest Bred, Forest Fed Burgers

New Forest

An event to celebrate New Forest Food & Drink Week.
The Inn's Head Chef: Mark Young @newforestchef will continue with his dedication to local producers and suppliers on his 2 AA rosette menus. Regulars at the Inn have come to expect innovative...

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From:

29 Oct 2018to4 Nov 2018

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New Forest Afternoon Tea

16 Brookley Road, Brockenhurst

An event to celebrate New Forest Food & Drink Week.
Enjoy a delicious New Forest Afternoon Tea at the 400 year old Thatched Cottage Hotel in Brockenhurst. Delicious sandwiches, scones and cakes are all freshly baked and served with tea or...

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From:

29 Oct 2018to4 Nov 2018Open 12:00 - 17:00

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BOOK LOVERS LUNCH @ CHEWTON GLEN

Hampshire

Calling all book lovers! Join us for a celebratory three-course lunch at the Chewton Glen Hotel with Helen McGinn, Wine Writer on the Daily Mail and author of the 'Knackered Mother's Wine Guide'.

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From:
31 Oct 2018Open 12:00 - 15:00

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Fishing for Compliments

New Milton

An event to celebrate New Forest Food & Drink Week.
From mouth-watering crab to delicious mackerel, fish is one of the most underrated ingredients available to us which is why this is a cookery class not to be missed. Discover the culinary...

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From:
1 Nov 2018Open 10:00 - 14:00

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Game & Wine Night

Brockenhurst

An event to celebrate New Forest Food & Drink Week.
Join us in Beresfords Restaurant – Finalist in Hampshire Life's Food & Drink Awards' Best Hotel Restaurant – for an evening gala dinner showcasing the very best of the New Forest in game...

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From:
2 Nov 2018Open 19:00 -

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Junior Chef - Bonfire Night Special

New Milton

An event to celebrate New Forest Food & Drink Week.
Just when you thought the excitement around Bonfire Night couldn't get anymore explosive, we introduce you to a NEW class for the aspiring chefs of your household... Junior Chefs will learn...

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From:
3 Nov 2018Open 09:30 - 12:00

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Charity Chocolate Heaven Event

Ringwood

Come and enjoy an afternoon of Chocolate Heaven to help reduce loneliness & isolation in the New Forest District.
We have planned:
*Speciality Chocolates
*Local Chocolatiers
*Tasting Room
*Demos
*Games
*Everything Chocolate!!
Adults £2 & Children...

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From:
3 Nov 2018Open 13:00 - 17:00

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