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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 Event - Call in to Burley Fudge Shop today and try our free fudge tasters. Over 30 homemade flavours to choose from including fudges for many special diets, including gluten free, dairy free, vegan and alternative sugar.

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13 Feb 2019to31 Dec 2019Various Opening Times

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Gin Tasting Evening

Brockenhurst

GIN TASTING EVENING AT THE BALMER LAWN
JOIN US FOR AN EVENING OF GIN TASTING ON THURSDAY 28TH MARCH 2019 AND HEAR ABOUT ALL THE DIFFERENT FLAVORS GIN HAS TO OFFER BY GIN MASTER BEN HAMMOND FROM WARNER EDWARDS
Tickets in advance cost £20.00 per...

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28 Mar 2019Open 19:00 - 22:00

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Gin Tasting Evening

Brockenhurst

JOIN US FOR AN EVENING OF GIN TASTING ON THURSDAY 28TH MARCH 2019 AND HEAR ABOUT ALL THE DIFFERENT FLAVORS GIN HAS TO OFFER BY GIN MASTER BEN HAMMOND FROM WARNER EDWARDS
Tickets in advance cost £20.00 per person

Which includes:
Welcome Gin and...

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28 Mar 2019Open 19:00 - 21:30

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Mother's Day Event

Ringwood

How will you be spoiling your Mum on Mother's Day weekend? Ringwood Brewery has got the perfect day organised for those of you looking to say thank you to your Mum or the Mums in your life.
From 12pm – 6pm on Saturday 30th March, the brewery is...

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Ringwood Brewery, Ringwood

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From:
30 Mar 2019Open 12:00 - 18:00

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Scrumdiddlyumptious Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

Brockenhurst

Scrumdiddlyumptious Mother's Day Afternoon Tea
31st Mar 2019
Get your golden tickets and treat your Mum to an afternoon full of pure imagination.
Join us as we celebrate Mothering Sunday with a twist on classic British afternoon tea. Head Chef...

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From:
31 Mar 2019Open 13:30 - 16:30

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Mother's Day Lunch at Beresfords Restaurant

Brockenhurst

MOTHERING SUNDAY AT THE BALMER LAWN
JOIN US FOR MOTHER'S DAY LUNCH WITH MUM, FOR A DELICIOUS MEAL SHE'LL LOVE, IN THE COMPANY OF HER NEAREST AND DEAREST!
In mum's honour, we have crafted a mouthwatering 3-course lunch menu
£32.50 per adult and £15...

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From:
31 Mar 2019Open 12:00 - 15:00

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Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

Burley, New Forest

Treat Mum this Mother's Day to a superb afternoon with a Elderflower gin & Prosecco cocktail, tasty finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones & homemade sweet treats, plus an introduction to Warner Edwards' range of epic gins.
Subject to availability...

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31 Mar 2019Open 14:00 - 17:00

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Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

New Milton

On Mother's Day, treat Mum, Grandma and the whole family to a glass of fizz on arrival followed by a delicious English afternoon tea served buffet style in the stunning Lake Suite from 1.30pm - 5.30pm
With an array of sandwiches, warm scones with...

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From:
31 Mar 2019Open 13:30 - 17:30

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Mother's Day

Mount Pleasant Lane, Lymington

Treat your mum to afternoon tea at Passford House Hotel this Mother's Day. Mums receive a complimentary glass of Prosecco when ordering a full afternoon tea!
Make sure to save some time to explore our gardens too.

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31 Mar 2019Open 12:00 - 17:00

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Slow Food - Growing your own mushrooms

Burley, New Forest

Why not try something a little bit different and grow your own mushrooms at home? Learn all about the lifecycle of a fungus, how to grow your own variety of species using hardwood logs, the joys of picking your own edible fungus at home and by doing...

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6 Apr 2019Open 16:00 - 17:30

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Slow Food - Eating the Mediterranean Way

Burley, New Forest

Sharing a passion and enthusiasm for all things local and seasonal, 'Eating the Mediterranean way' is undoubtedly our main event of the week with a special Slow Food UK five-course tasting menu designed by Chef Director, James Forman.
Inspired by...

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From:
6 Apr 2019Open 19:00 - 22:30

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Easter Sunday Lunch at The Terrace

Beaulieu

Easter Sunday Lunch at The Terrace
21st Apr 2019 12:00
Treat your family to the ultimate dining experience. Our Head Chef Matthew Whitfield and his team are sure to exceed all expectations, making this Easter Sunday nothing short of unforgettable...

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From:
21 Apr 2019Open 12:00 - 15:00

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Easter Sunday Afternoon Tea

Beaulieu

Easter Sunday Afternoon Tea
21st Apr 2019 15:30
Expect a wave of delicious treats this Easter Sunday fresh from our pastry chef to perfectly accompany the delicate finger sandwiches and fluffy scones we have become famous for.
Enjoy this...

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From:
21 Apr 2019Open 15:30 - 17:30

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Spring Foraging Courses

Toms Lane, Linwood

There are not many better places around than the New Forest to learn about the wonderful wild foods available in the UK. These courses will be held near Ringwood and are within easy reach of Salisbury, Southampton, Bournemouth and Poole.
We will...

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3 May 2019Open 12:00 - 15:30
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4 May 2019Open 12:00 - 15:30
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5 May 2019Open 12:00 - 15:30

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Dawn Chorus

Frogham

An early morning stroll through the Latchmore Valley, with the chance of seeing and hearing the Cuckoo, and other returning migrants. Followed by a home made three course picnic breakfast.

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From:
4 May 2019Open 07:00 -

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Alexander Chocolate truffle masterclass

Burley, New Forest

Ideal for those who have mastered the art of tempering chocolate in our first workshop with Alex Seaton, join us in May for the second instalment in our chocolate masterclass series where you will learn how to make your very own ganache and how to...

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From:
8 May 2019Open 10:00 - 14:00

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Dogstival

Lymington

Dogstival is a two day festival on the 18th and 19th May for dogs and dog lovers hosted by TV presenter, wildlife enthusiast and passionate dog owner Chris Packham. Held at Pylewell Park Estate in the heart of the New Forest. This magnificent...

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18 May 2019to19 May 2019Open 09:30 - 18:00

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World Gin Day Dinner

New Milton

Join us to celebrate World Gin Day on 8th June and enjoy a four course dinner with paired G&Ts. So gather family and friends and get ready for an evening of 'gin'spiration.
The evening hosted by Lucy Northmore from Sipsmith Gin takes place in The...

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From:
8 June 2019Open 19:00 - 22:00

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Supper with Nightjars

Frogham

A picnic supper beside the stream in Latchmore, followed by a dusk walk in search of the elusive Nightjar, whose weird churring call echoes round the heathland soon after the sun sets.

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From:
22 June 2019Open 19:00 -

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Gin tasting ft. Monkey 47

Burley, New Forest

Originated from the enigmatic character of Montgomery Collins, Monkey 47 is distilled and handcrafted in the south of Lossburg and infuses British traditions, the exoticism of India and the purity of the Black Forest – In an exclusive first ever...

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From:
4 July 2019Open 18:30 - 20:00

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