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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 July, the Hampshire Food Fair takes place across the county, including many parts of The New Forest. Think food 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 Chewton Glen and Lime Wood.

Every 2 years Milford on Sea hold a fantastic Food Week...this event is upcoming in June 2018! Or, try some delicious local seafood, music, entertainment & more at the successful Lymington Seafood Festival.

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 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 farmer.

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.

Other food events in The New Forest
Look out for cookery demonstrations and special food nights at our New Forest hotels, see pop-up food events and much more. Keep an eye on our what’s on pages for details of any forthcoming events. Plus, if you are organising a food or drink event that you’d like us to feature on our website, please submit details here.

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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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8 Feb 2018to31 Dec 2018

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BUBBLY AT THE BELL EVERY FRIDAY | 5PM TIL 7PM

Brook

BUBBLY AT THE BELL
EVERY FRIDAY | 5PM TIL 7PM
What better way to start your weekend than by stopping by The Bell Inn and 25% saving on a glass or bottle of bubbly? That's right, pop 'Inn' and we'll pop the cork and do...

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From:

23 Mar 2018to23 Sept 2018

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Afternoon Tee In The New Forest

Brook

Afternoon Tee In The New Forest
ENJOY 18 HOLES ON ONE OF OUR TWO OUTSTANDING GOLF COURSES – INCLUDING THE OLDEST IN HAMPSHIRE – PLUS AN INDULGENT CUPPA AND CAKES FOR A PERFECT DAY OUT GOLFING WITH FRIENDS IN THE NEW FOREST.
Nestled within the...

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3 Apr 2018to28 Sept 2018

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Takeaway Fish and Chips

Beaulieu

Takeaway Fish and Chips
25th May 2018 - 7th Sep 2018
A very British way to enjoy a Friday night - sustainably sourced haddock covered in Head Chef, Robbie McClean's secret recipe Ringwood Ale batter, paired perfectly with his twice cooked Cornish...

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5 July 2018to7 Sept 2018

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Flavour of the Month

Burley

The flavour of the month for August is chocolate banana.
Call in for a free taster!

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4 Aug 2018to31 Aug 2018

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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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25 Aug 2018Open 10:00 - 14:00
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29 Sept 2018Open 10:00 - 14:00
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27 Oct 2018Open 10:00 - 14:00
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24 Nov 2018Open 10:00 - 14:00
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22 Dec 2018Open 10:00 - 14:00

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New World vs Old World Wine Dinner

New Forest

A question that divides wine-lovers and experts alike is, 'which is better, New World or Old-World wine?' Discover your answer the only way possible and enjoy a four-course feast paired with complimenting New World & Old-World wines for each course...

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5 Sept 2018Open 19:00 - 22:00

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An Evening with Rick Jackson

Brockenhurst

COME AND JOIN US FOR AN INCREDIBLE EVENING WITH RICK JACKSON FROM WAVE 105.2 FM BREAKFAST SHOW
Arrival Drinks, Canapes, 2 Course Dinner and a talk from Rick Jackson, followed by questions from the audience. (£10.00 per ticket will go to Wave 105...

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21 Sept 2018Open 19:10 - 23:00

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Game Dinner

New Forest

British wild game is a seasonal favourite of our Executive Chef, James Forman. So join us for a game dinner like no other as James shares his cooking techniques and Mediterranean influences, whilst you enjoy dishes roasted to perfection in our...

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11 Oct 2018Open 19:00 - 22:00

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Apple Pressing Weekend

Burley

Our annual open weekend is a chance to see cider making as it was done in days gone by. We shall be demonstrating the art of cider making the old fashioned way with a variety of vintage presses, ranging from a 'workman' steam driven mobile press to...

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13 Oct 2018to14 Oct 2018

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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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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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26 Oct 2018Open 19:00 - 22:00

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Festive Lunches & Dinners at Cambium

Brockenhurst

Festive Lunches & Dinners at Cambium
1st Dec 2018 13:00 - 17th Dec 2018 23:00
There are few opportunities to leave the office for a celebration, however Christmas is the perfect excuse.

If you're trying to organise a festive gathering and the...

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1 Dec 2018to17 Dec 2018

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Pre-Christmas Dinners at The Terrace Restaurant

Beaulieu

Pre-Christmas Dinners at The Terrace Restaurant
1st Dec 2018 - 31st Dec 2018
For the ultimate dining experience this Christmas, enjoy an exquisite 5 course tasting menu created by Head Chef and Roux Scholar, Matthew Tomkinson.
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1 Dec 2018to31 Dec 2018

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