Brockenhurst
Brockenhurst (meaning ‘badgers wood’) is set in the heart of the New Forest, an area that was once used by the kings of England for hunting. Now one of the largest areas of open country in England the forest covers 92,000 acres. A unique area rich in wild life and rare plant species, close to the sea, yet only one and a half hours from London. Brockenhurst has a mild climate with warm springs and autumns.
Days out and things to do
Nearby there is available:
horse riding
polo every Saturday at New Park, Brockenhurst
forest wagon rides
gardens at Exbury, Spinners Bolder, Furzy (Minstead)
Palace House Beaulieu
National Motor Museum Beaulieu
Nelson’s shipyard Museum and village at Bucklers Hard
Solent cruises and trips to the Isle of Wight
Paulton’s Leisure Park, including Peppa Pig World.
The New Forest Show - last Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in July. A great day out!
Read our full guide here, and you can find a list of dog-friendly places to visit here.
If you’re visiting with children, have a look at our list of things to do with the kids.
Restaurants
An excellent selection of fine dining to pub grub, English, French, Indian, Chinese and fish and chips are available in Brockenhurst. The village has a good range of shops from country butchers, green grocers, a bakery to a small supermarket. There are also a number of cafes offering lunch and cream teas.
Read our full list of recommendations here.
What’s on
You won’t be short of things to do, that’s for sure!
There are always lots of fun and exciting events and attractions happening in the area.