Soberton Lodge Guidebook
Neighbourhoods
Bishops Waltham (4 Miles) : https://www.visit-hampshire.co.uk/explore/bishops-waltham-p195881
Twelve miles south east of Winchester lies the medieval town of Bishop's Waltham, situated at the source of the River Hamble in Hampshire. It has a foot in the South Downs National Park and is located at the midpoint of a long-established route between Winchester and Portsmouth. The Bishop of the title was Henry of Blois, brother of King Stephen, who founded Bishops Waltham Palace in the 12th century. The palace was destroyed in 1644 under Cromwell’s orders but the extensive ruins are worth a visit.
The town itself boasts a fine Norman church, plus a host of boutiques and award-winning restaurants housed in 17th and 18th century buildings. There’s also a vineyard and a working mill nearby
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Bishop's Waltham
Bishops Waltham (4 Miles) : https://www.visit-hampshire.co.uk/explore/bishops-waltham-p195881
Twelve miles south east of Winchester lies the medieval town of Bishop's Waltham, situated at the source of the River Hamble in Hampshire. It has a foot in the South Downs National Park and is located at the midpoint of a long-established route between Winchester and Portsmouth. The Bishop of the title was Henry of Blois, brother of King Stephen, who founded Bishops Waltham Palace in the 12th century. The palace was destroyed in 1644 under Cromwell’s orders but the extensive ruins are worth a visit.
The town itself boasts a fine Norman church, plus a host of boutiques and award-winning restaurants housed in 17th and 18th century buildings. There’s also a vineyard and a working mill nearby
Wickham (2.8 miles) http://www.wickhamsquare.co.uk
Wickham is an enchanting town, steeped in history, full of character and surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Hampshire’s Meon Valley. Wickham has a wide and well-proportioned square, lined with historic buildings and is designated a conservation area. The earliest history of Wickham Village is unknown, but we can assume that it has Stone Age origins with the first settlers attracted to the site as a ford across the River Meon. The Romans established a settlement at Wickham and probably built the first bridge over the river, the village being on the road from the Roman centres of Chichester and Winchester. Although only a stone’s throw away from the larger towns of Winchester, Southampton and Portsmouth, Wickham offers the visitor (and the resident!) something quite different; intriguing, independent shops, an enviable variety of eateries, serene water meadows, fascinating historical buildings and for walkers, cyclists and horse riders, the Meon Valley Trail.
Independent shops include: Heming & Co, J’Adore La Maison, Bay Tree Walk and Warwick Arcade contain more shops and café’s. Chesapeake Mill is a good place to mooch as it has interesting house accessories and antiques, and a vegan café. There are nail salons and hairdressers in Wickham, with many café’s, restaurants and pubs. Mole Valley Country Stores is just around the corner from the main square.
Parking is free in the long term car park (Station Close, off Mill Lane), and free for the first 30 minutes in the Square.
There is an EV charging point.
You can walk, cycle or ride to Wickham along the Meon Valley Trail – or drive in 5 minutes. Turn left out of the gates and keep going until you get to Wickham crossroad -turning right into the centre of the village -. St Nicholas’s church is on your left. The Square, Wickham, Hampshire Set your SatNav for PO17 5JQ
Walking: Through the gate and onto the Meon Valley Trail at the back of the garden. TURN RIGHT and keep going. (2.8 miles)
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Wickham
Wickham (2.8 miles) http://www.wickhamsquare.co.uk
Wickham is an enchanting town, steeped in history, full of character and surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Hampshire’s Meon Valley. Wickham has a wide and well-proportioned square, lined with historic buildings and is designated a conservation area. The earliest history of Wickham Village is unknown, but we can assume that it has Stone Age origins with the first settlers attracted to the site as a ford across the River Meon. The Romans established a settlement at Wickham and probably built the first bridge over the river, the village being on the road from the Roman centres of Chichester and Winchester. Although only a stone’s throw away from the larger towns of Winchester, Southampton and Portsmouth, Wickham offers the visitor (and the resident!) something quite different; intriguing, independent shops, an enviable variety of eateries, serene water meadows, fascinating historical buildings and for walkers, cyclists and horse riders, the Meon Valley Trail.
Independent shops include: Heming & Co, J’Adore La Maison, Bay Tree Walk and Warwick Arcade contain more shops and café’s. Chesapeake Mill is a good place to mooch as it has interesting house accessories and antiques, and a vegan café. There are nail salons and hairdressers in Wickham, with many café’s, restaurants and pubs. Mole Valley Country Stores is just around the corner from the main square.
Parking is free in the long term car park (Station Close, off Mill Lane), and free for the first 30 minutes in the Square.
There is an EV charging point.
You can walk, cycle or ride to Wickham along the Meon Valley Trail – or drive in 5 minutes. Turn left out of the gates and keep going until you get to Wickham crossroad -turning right into the centre of the village -. St Nicholas’s church is on your left. The Square, Wickham, Hampshire Set your SatNav for PO17 5JQ
Walking: Through the gate and onto the Meon Valley Trail at the back of the garden. TURN RIGHT and keep going. (2.8 miles)
Winchester https://www.visit-hampshire.co.uk/explore/cities/winchester
Winchester is a city in the county of Hampshire, on the edge of England's South Downs National Park. It’s known for medieval Winchester Cathedral, with its 17th-century Morley Library, the Winchester Bible and a Norman crypt. Nearby are the ruins of Wolvesey Castle and the Winchester City Mill, a working 18th-century corn mill. The Great Hall of Winchester Castle houses the medieval round table linked to King Arthur.
Popular for its bustling shopping streets, its floral summer season and quirky open air events, Winchester is most well-known for its eleventh century Cathedral and for the Great Hall which for over 700 years has housed the mysterious King Athur's Round Table.
Winchester College is the oldest continuously running school in the country. The college has been used as a location to film a number of blockbusters such as Harry Potter and Les Misérables. The college offers tours of it's historical buildings and fascinating grounds. Heading out of the city you'll fine the Hospital of St Cross, a medieval almshouse, which still offers the Wayfarer's Dole to travellers as it has done for more than eight centuries.
Winchester's many bars, traditional pubs and restaurants make eating out a pleasure, and there are pretty riverside walks past tranquil water meadows. The city sits on the edge of the South Downs National Park and is the start place for the famous South Downs Way. For fabulous views of the city and the surrounding area, take a stroll up to St Catherine's Hill.
A short distance from the city is Winchester Science Centre & Planetarium. This Family friendly attraction has 100 hands-on indestructible activities for inquisitive children, space zone and planetarium!
Also nearby is Hampshire's largest animal attraction, Marwell Wildlife. This 140-acre park is home to over 250 exotic and endangered species in beautiful, landscaped surroundings.
In the nearby market town of Alresford you’ll find the famous Mid Hants Railway ‘Watercress Line’. Experience the golden age of steam, sit back, relax and travel ten miles through Hampshire’s picturesque countryside by steam train.
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Winchester
Winchester https://www.visit-hampshire.co.uk/explore/cities/winchester
Winchester is a city in the county of Hampshire, on the edge of England's South Downs National Park. It’s known for medieval Winchester Cathedral, with its 17th-century Morley Library, the Winchester Bible and a Norman crypt. Nearby are the ruins of Wolvesey Castle and the Winchester City Mill, a working 18th-century corn mill. The Great Hall of Winchester Castle houses the medieval round table linked to King Arthur.
Popular for its bustling shopping streets, its floral summer season and quirky open air events, Winchester is most well-known for its eleventh century Cathedral and for the Great Hall which for over 700 years has housed the mysterious King Athur's Round Table.
Winchester College is the oldest continuously running school in the country. The college has been used as a location to film a number of blockbusters such as Harry Potter and Les Misérables. The college offers tours of it's historical buildings and fascinating grounds. Heading out of the city you'll fine the Hospital of St Cross, a medieval almshouse, which still offers the Wayfarer's Dole to travellers as it has done for more than eight centuries.
Winchester's many bars, traditional pubs and restaurants make eating out a pleasure, and there are pretty riverside walks past tranquil water meadows. The city sits on the edge of the South Downs National Park and is the start place for the famous South Downs Way. For fabulous views of the city and the surrounding area, take a stroll up to St Catherine's Hill.
A short distance from the city is Winchester Science Centre & Planetarium. This Family friendly attraction has 100 hands-on indestructible activities for inquisitive children, space zone and planetarium!
Also nearby is Hampshire's largest animal attraction, Marwell Wildlife. This 140-acre park is home to over 250 exotic and endangered species in beautiful, landscaped surroundings.
In the nearby market town of Alresford you’ll find the famous Mid Hants Railway ‘Watercress Line’. Experience the golden age of steam, sit back, relax and travel ten miles through Hampshire’s picturesque countryside by steam train.
Meon Valley – East and West Meon https://southdownsdiscovery.com/destination-guides/east-meon/
East Meon is only a mile from the South Downs Way and is well worth the half-hour or so detour if you want to explore the local area as part of your itinerary.
A pretty and historic village, East Meon sits in the famous Meon valley, around 19 miles along the South Downs Way from Winchester. There are records of a settlement in East Meon dating as far back as 400AD. The 12th century All Saints church, built after the Norman conquest and the 14th century courthouse add plenty of fascinating historic interest and are both definitely worth a look.
West Meon is a thriving village with a history dating back to the Iron and Bronze ages. Sitting on the headwaters of the River Meon, West Meon enjoys a picturesque location with lots going on all year round. In nearby Lippen Wood, there are the remains of a substantial Roman Villa. This area boasts a number of walks around the village and surrounding countryside along the South Downs Way.
Both villages have a charming ambiance and a selection of amenities to enjoy. You’ll find two pubs (Ye Olde George Inn), a post office and a local convenience store in East Meon, while West Meon is well served by a friendly pub (The Thomas Lord), village shop, cafe, butchers and post office.
East Meon
Meon Valley – East and West Meon https://southdownsdiscovery.com/destination-guides/east-meon/
East Meon is only a mile from the South Downs Way and is well worth the half-hour or so detour if you want to explore the local area as part of your itinerary.
A pretty and historic village, East Meon sits in the famous Meon valley, around 19 miles along the South Downs Way from Winchester. There are records of a settlement in East Meon dating as far back as 400AD. The 12th century All Saints church, built after the Norman conquest and the 14th century courthouse add plenty of fascinating historic interest and are both definitely worth a look.
West Meon is a thriving village with a history dating back to the Iron and Bronze ages. Sitting on the headwaters of the River Meon, West Meon enjoys a picturesque location with lots going on all year round. In nearby Lippen Wood, there are the remains of a substantial Roman Villa. This area boasts a number of walks around the village and surrounding countryside along the South Downs Way.
Both villages have a charming ambiance and a selection of amenities to enjoy. You’ll find two pubs (Ye Olde George Inn), a post office and a local convenience store in East Meon, while West Meon is well served by a friendly pub (The Thomas Lord), village shop, cafe, butchers and post office.
West Meon is a thriving village with a history dating back to the Iron and Bronze ages. Sitting on the headwaters of the River Meon, West Meon enjoys a picturesque location with lots going on all year round. In nearby Lippen Wood, there are the remains of a substantial Roman Villa. This area boasts a number of walks around the village and surrounding countryside along the South Downs Way.
Both villages have a charming ambiance and a selection of amenities to enjoy. You’ll find two pubs (Ye Olde George Inn), a post office and a local convenience store in East Meon, while West Meon is well served by a friendly pub (The Thomas Lord), village shop, cafe, butchers and post office.
West Meon
West Meon is a thriving village with a history dating back to the Iron and Bronze ages. Sitting on the headwaters of the River Meon, West Meon enjoys a picturesque location with lots going on all year round. In nearby Lippen Wood, there are the remains of a substantial Roman Villa. This area boasts a number of walks around the village and surrounding countryside along the South Downs Way.
Both villages have a charming ambiance and a selection of amenities to enjoy. You’ll find two pubs (Ye Olde George Inn), a post office and a local convenience store in East Meon, while West Meon is well served by a friendly pub (The Thomas Lord), village shop, cafe, butchers and post office.
City/town information
Chichester , West Sussex https://www.visitsoutheastengland.com/places-to-visit/chichester-p195991
Chichester is a cathedral city in West Sussex, in South-East England. It is the only city in West Sussex and is its county town. It has a long history as a settlement from Roman times and was important in Anglo-Saxon times. It is the seat of the Church of England Diocese of Chichester, with a 12th-century cathedral. Chichester is ideally placed for exploring the glorious coastline and the stunning surrounding countryside of the South Downs. This is where Julia grew up and she still loves going to “Chi” for meeting friends, shopping and eating!
o Explore Fishbourne Roman Palace. Discovered by local workmen in 1960, it's one of the most impressive Roman ruins in Britain. Preserved mosaic floors and even Roman footprints really bring the palace to life.
o Head to the glorious sands of West Wittering, one of the UK's most striking beaches and winner of a European Blue Flag Award.
o Check out the modern art in the striking Pallant House Gallery set inside a listed early 18th Century Queen Anne town house.
o See historic Chichester brought to life at the Weald and Downland Open Air Museum. ( and home to The repair Shop)
o Chichester Festival Theatre is one of the UK’s flagship theatres, renowned for the exceptionally high standard of its productions as well as its work with the community and young people.
o The Cross in the centre of Chichester is a good meeting point, with good shops and cafes, restaurants and pubs.
o Chichester Marina is also worth a visit and seeing all the boats and having a coffee overlooking the marina.
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Chichester
Chichester , West Sussex https://www.visitsoutheastengland.com/places-to-visit/chichester-p195991
Chichester is a cathedral city in West Sussex, in South-East England. It is the only city in West Sussex and is its county town. It has a long history as a settlement from Roman times and was important in Anglo-Saxon times. It is the seat of the Church of England Diocese of Chichester, with a 12th-century cathedral. Chichester is ideally placed for exploring the glorious coastline and the stunning surrounding countryside of the South Downs. This is where Julia grew up and she still loves going to “Chi” for meeting friends, shopping and eating!
o Explore Fishbourne Roman Palace. Discovered by local workmen in 1960, it's one of the most impressive Roman ruins in Britain. Preserved mosaic floors and even Roman footprints really bring the palace to life.
o Head to the glorious sands of West Wittering, one of the UK's most striking beaches and winner of a European Blue Flag Award.
o Check out the modern art in the striking Pallant House Gallery set inside a listed early 18th Century Queen Anne town house.
o See historic Chichester brought to life at the Weald and Downland Open Air Museum. ( and home to The repair Shop)
o Chichester Festival Theatre is one of the UK’s flagship theatres, renowned for the exceptionally high standard of its productions as well as its work with the community and young people.
o The Cross in the centre of Chichester is a good meeting point, with good shops and cafes, restaurants and pubs.
o Chichester Marina is also worth a visit and seeing all the boats and having a coffee overlooking the marina.
Lymington and The Hamble:
Both Lymington and Hamble are small with cobbled streets and lots of sailing activities. The pubs are particularly good there too!
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Lymington
Lymington and The Hamble:
Both Lymington and Hamble are small with cobbled streets and lots of sailing activities. The pubs are particularly good there too!
Lymington and The Hamble:
Both Lymington and Hamble are small with cobbled streets and lots of sailing activities. The pubs are particularly good there too!
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Hamble-le-Rice
Lymington and The Hamble:
Both Lymington and Hamble are small with cobbled streets and lots of sailing activities. The pubs are particularly good there too!
Sightseeing
Places to visit and things to do
Southwick Estate: https://www.southwickestate.co.uk/
Southwick means ‘south dairy farm’. Over time this farm grew into a small village which includes homes, farms, businesses, shops, public houses, churches and woodland. The milk at Meon Valley Milk Vending Machine at Farm Shop comes from Southwick Dairy Farm.
The Augustinian monks from Portchester founded Southwick Priory in the mid 12th century. In 1539, following the Dissolution, Henry VIII sold the priory and its assets to John Whyte. The Estate is still owned and managed by the descendants of John Whyte. Southwick House was requisitioned by the Government during WWII but much of the rest of the original Estate remains intact.
o Southwick Brewhouse: https://www.southwickbrewhouse.co.uk/history/ Rear of the Golden Lion Pub and does delivery.
Suthwyk Ales was started by Hampshire farmer Martin Bazeley in 2000. This was the first farm diversification project started by Martin, a tenant farmer in the village of Southwick. When farming came under pressure due to low milk and cereal prices at the time, Martin started to look at the other assets of the farm.
One of which was the ability to grow award winning malting barley on the chalky slopes of Portsdown Hill, overlooking Portsmouth.
Suthwyk Ales is unique from other Hampshire brewed beers, as the only producers to grow the barley right here in Hampshire. Our beers all have a unique story to tell, they are patriotic, truly local and most importantly, delicious and refreshing. Brewed by the expert brewers at Bowman Ales in Droxford.
Southwick House
Southwick Estate: https://www.southwickestate.co.uk/
Southwick means ‘south dairy farm’. Over time this farm grew into a small village which includes homes, farms, businesses, shops, public houses, churches and woodland. The milk at Meon Valley Milk Vending Machine at Farm Shop comes from Southwick Dairy Farm.
The Augustinian monks from Portchester founded Southwick Priory in the mid 12th century. In 1539, following the Dissolution, Henry VIII sold the priory and its assets to John Whyte. The Estate is still owned and managed by the descendants of John Whyte. Southwick House was requisitioned by the Government during WWII but much of the rest of the original Estate remains intact.
o Southwick Brewhouse: https://www.southwickbrewhouse.co.uk/history/ Rear of the Golden Lion Pub and does delivery.
Suthwyk Ales was started by Hampshire farmer Martin Bazeley in 2000. This was the first farm diversification project started by Martin, a tenant farmer in the village of Southwick. When farming came under pressure due to low milk and cereal prices at the time, Martin started to look at the other assets of the farm.
One of which was the ability to grow award winning malting barley on the chalky slopes of Portsdown Hill, overlooking Portsmouth.
Suthwyk Ales is unique from other Hampshire brewed beers, as the only producers to grow the barley right here in Hampshire. Our beers all have a unique story to tell, they are patriotic, truly local and most importantly, delicious and refreshing. Brewed by the expert brewers at Bowman Ales in Droxford.
National Motor Museum https://www.beaulieu.co.uk/
Lord Montagu’s world- famous motor museum. See over 280 vehicles in the museum and also The World of Top Gear and On Screen Cars. There is the Palace to look round and lovely grounds, which you can see from the Monorail. It is a great day out for everyone.
We have visited here with a toddler and had a great time. There is lots of space and many places to picnic in really pretty grounds. Top tip would be to being a picnic as the cafe's get busy. Easily a whole day outing. You can also go round Montagu House and the Walled Garden which is really lovely. Dogs are allowed but only in the grounds.
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National Motor Museum, Beaulieu
National Motor Museum https://www.beaulieu.co.uk/
Lord Montagu’s world- famous motor museum. See over 280 vehicles in the museum and also The World of Top Gear and On Screen Cars. There is the Palace to look round and lovely grounds, which you can see from the Monorail. It is a great day out for everyone.
We have visited here with a toddler and had a great time. There is lots of space and many places to picnic in really pretty grounds. Top tip would be to being a picnic as the cafe's get busy. Easily a whole day outing. You can also go round Montagu House and the Walled Garden which is really lovely. Dogs are allowed but only in the grounds.
Bucklers Hard https://www.bucklershard.co.uk/
On the banks of the Beaulieu River, in the heart of the New Forest, you will find the unspoilt haven of Buckler’s Hard which remains untouched by the passage of time. Originally a shipbuilding village with over 50 wooden ships being built for the Royal Navy, including the vessels Agamemnon, Euryalus and Swiftsure, all of which fought at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. During the Second World War, Buckler’s Hard became a motor torpedo base and, further downstream, sections of the Mulberry harbours were constructed in the old oyster beds in preparation for the D-Day landings. In the post-war years, visitors quickly returned to the river and in 1963 the Buckler’s Hard Maritime Museum was opened in what had been the New Inn, ‘to serve as a memorial to those men of Buckler’s Hard who built men-of-war’. Today, Buckler’s Hard is still a ‘living’ village and many of the people who live and work here are engaged in recreation and tourism.
The Master Builders Hotel and Pub. https://www.hillbrookehotels.co.uk/the-master-builders/eat-drink/
At the end of the Buckler’s Hard high street you’ll find The Master Builder's House Hotel. The Master Builder's is now open for outside dining. Choose from seating in the new restaurant terrace marquee or on the garden terrace tables. Please call 01590 616253 or email enquiries@themasterbuilders.co.uk to find out more. We love this pub as it is so friendly in a lovely setting with great food and dog friendly.
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Bucklers Hard
Bucklers Hard https://www.bucklershard.co.uk/
On the banks of the Beaulieu River, in the heart of the New Forest, you will find the unspoilt haven of Buckler’s Hard which remains untouched by the passage of time. Originally a shipbuilding village with over 50 wooden ships being built for the Royal Navy, including the vessels Agamemnon, Euryalus and Swiftsure, all of which fought at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. During the Second World War, Buckler’s Hard became a motor torpedo base and, further downstream, sections of the Mulberry harbours were constructed in the old oyster beds in preparation for the D-Day landings. In the post-war years, visitors quickly returned to the river and in 1963 the Buckler’s Hard Maritime Museum was opened in what had been the New Inn, ‘to serve as a memorial to those men of Buckler’s Hard who built men-of-war’. Today, Buckler’s Hard is still a ‘living’ village and many of the people who live and work here are engaged in recreation and tourism.
The Master Builders Hotel and Pub. https://www.hillbrookehotels.co.uk/the-master-builders/eat-drink/
At the end of the Buckler’s Hard high street you’ll find The Master Builder's House Hotel. The Master Builder's is now open for outside dining. Choose from seating in the new restaurant terrace marquee or on the garden terrace tables. Please call 01590 616253 or email enquiries@themasterbuilders.co.uk to find out more. We love this pub as it is so friendly in a lovely setting with great food and dog friendly.
Goodwood, near Chichester, West Sussex (Part of the South Downs National Park) PO18 0PX
Goodwood Estate: https://www.goodwood.com/estate/
The 11,500 acre Goodwood Estate is in the heart of West Sussex and is home to the world famous Festival of Speed, Goodwood Revival and Glorious Goodwood. Goodwood House and Estate have been the Duke of Richmond’s family's home for over 300 years, and there can be few places as beautiful.
Goodwood Hotel: https://www.goodwood.com/visit-eat-stay/the-goodwood-hotel/
You can dine at our Farmer, Butcher, Chef restaurant or visit The Kennels clubhouse. We warmly welcome dogs as, after all, country walks just wouldn’t be the same without man’s best friend.
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Goodwood House
Kennel HillGoodwood, near Chichester, West Sussex (Part of the South Downs National Park) PO18 0PX
Goodwood Estate: https://www.goodwood.com/estate/
The 11,500 acre Goodwood Estate is in the heart of West Sussex and is home to the world famous Festival of Speed, Goodwood Revival and Glorious Goodwood. Goodwood House and Estate have been the Duke of Richmond’s family's home for over 300 years, and there can be few places as beautiful.
Goodwood Hotel: https://www.goodwood.com/visit-eat-stay/the-goodwood-hotel/
You can dine at our Farmer, Butcher, Chef restaurant or visit The Kennels clubhouse. We warmly welcome dogs as, after all, country walks just wouldn’t be the same without man’s best friend.
Goodwood Racecourse: https://www.goodwood.com/horseracing/racecourse/
Framed by views of the Sussex Downs to the north and the Chichester and the Isle of Wight to the south, the Goodwood Racecourse has a reputation as one of the most beautiful in the world. The finishing straight is lined by the bright white pavilions of the grandstand, where the fashionable gather to cheer their horses home. Many horseracing days, but especially:
o Qatar Goodwood Festival: 26th to 30th July 2022
I have been here several times and it is such a beautiful setting - with the Downs all around it. Love it
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Goodwood Racecourse
Selhurstpark RoadGoodwood Racecourse: https://www.goodwood.com/horseracing/racecourse/
Framed by views of the Sussex Downs to the north and the Chichester and the Isle of Wight to the south, the Goodwood Racecourse has a reputation as one of the most beautiful in the world. The finishing straight is lined by the bright white pavilions of the grandstand, where the fashionable gather to cheer their horses home. Many horseracing days, but especially:
o Qatar Goodwood Festival: 26th to 30th July 2022
I have been here several times and it is such a beautiful setting - with the Downs all around it. Love it
Goodwood Motor Circuit, Chichester, PO18 0PH https://www.goodwood.com/motorsport/motor-circuit/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=goodwood-circuit
Goodwood Circuit is a historic venue for both two- and four-wheeled motorsport in the United Kingdom. The 3.8 kilometres circuit is situated near Chichester, West Sussex, close to the south coast of England, on the estate of Goodwood House, and completely encircles Chichester/Goodwood Airport. Goodwood Motor Circuit is an all year round business, hosting events, track days and driving experiences.
Festival of Speed: 23rd to 26 June 2022 https://www.goodwood.com/motorsport/festival-of-speed/
The world's greatest celebration of motorsport and car culture! Held in the beautiful parkland surrounding Goodwood House, the Festival of Speed is motorsport's ultimate summer garden party, an intoxicating celebration of the world's most glamorous sport. Nowhere else will you get so close to the cars and bikes as they blast up the Hillclimb track; nowhere else will you enjoy such unrestricted access to the machines and the drivers who made them famous.
Goodwood Revival: 16th to 18th September 2022 https://www.goodwood.com/motorsport/goodwood-revival/
Recreating the glamour of motor racing as it used to be, the Motor Circuit comes alive for the Revival, both on and off the historic track. The only historic race meeting to be staged entirely in period dress, the Revival sees a return to the halcyon days of Goodwood as the spiritual home of British motor racing. It’s a celebration of bygone days, vintage fashion and wheel-to-wheel racing around this classic circuit, which remains unchanged since its heyday.
Really popular, but the traffic getting to Goodwood is pretty bad on the event days.
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Goodwood Motor Circuit
Goodwood Motor Circuit, Chichester, PO18 0PH https://www.goodwood.com/motorsport/motor-circuit/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=goodwood-circuit
Goodwood Circuit is a historic venue for both two- and four-wheeled motorsport in the United Kingdom. The 3.8 kilometres circuit is situated near Chichester, West Sussex, close to the south coast of England, on the estate of Goodwood House, and completely encircles Chichester/Goodwood Airport. Goodwood Motor Circuit is an all year round business, hosting events, track days and driving experiences.
Festival of Speed: 23rd to 26 June 2022 https://www.goodwood.com/motorsport/festival-of-speed/
The world's greatest celebration of motorsport and car culture! Held in the beautiful parkland surrounding Goodwood House, the Festival of Speed is motorsport's ultimate summer garden party, an intoxicating celebration of the world's most glamorous sport. Nowhere else will you get so close to the cars and bikes as they blast up the Hillclimb track; nowhere else will you enjoy such unrestricted access to the machines and the drivers who made them famous.
Goodwood Revival: 16th to 18th September 2022 https://www.goodwood.com/motorsport/goodwood-revival/
Recreating the glamour of motor racing as it used to be, the Motor Circuit comes alive for the Revival, both on and off the historic track. The only historic race meeting to be staged entirely in period dress, the Revival sees a return to the halcyon days of Goodwood as the spiritual home of British motor racing. It’s a celebration of bygone days, vintage fashion and wheel-to-wheel racing around this classic circuit, which remains unchanged since its heyday.
Really popular, but the traffic getting to Goodwood is pretty bad on the event days.
Southwick Brewhouse: https://www.southwickbrewhouse.co.uk/history/
Rear of the Golden Lion Pub and does delivery.
Suthwyk Ales was started by Hampshire farmer Martin Bazeley in 2000. This was the first farm diversification project started by Martin, a tenant farmer in the village of Southwick. When farming came under pressure due to low milk and cereal prices at the time, Martin started to look at the other assets of the farm.
One of which was the ability to grow award winning malting barley on the chalky slopes of Portsdown Hill, overlooking Portsmouth.
Suthwyk Ales is unique from other Hampshire brewed beers, as the only producers to grow the barley right here in Hampshire. Our beers all have a unique story to tell, they are patriotic, truly local and most importantly, delicious and refreshing. Brewed by the expert brewers at Bowman Ales in Droxford.
Southwick House
Southwick Brewhouse: https://www.southwickbrewhouse.co.uk/history/
Rear of the Golden Lion Pub and does delivery.
Suthwyk Ales was started by Hampshire farmer Martin Bazeley in 2000. This was the first farm diversification project started by Martin, a tenant farmer in the village of Southwick. When farming came under pressure due to low milk and cereal prices at the time, Martin started to look at the other assets of the farm.
One of which was the ability to grow award winning malting barley on the chalky slopes of Portsdown Hill, overlooking Portsmouth.
Suthwyk Ales is unique from other Hampshire brewed beers, as the only producers to grow the barley right here in Hampshire. Our beers all have a unique story to tell, they are patriotic, truly local and most importantly, delicious and refreshing. Brewed by the expert brewers at Bowman Ales in Droxford.
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard https://www.historicdockyard.co.uk/
Visit HMS Victory, HMS Warrier and the Mary Rose. A really good day out.
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Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard https://www.historicdockyard.co.uk/
Visit HMS Victory, HMS Warrier and the Mary Rose. A really good day out.
One of my favourite things to do is to go to Warshaw and get the tiny Pink Puffin ferry over to the Hamble.
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Warsash
One of my favourite things to do is to go to Warshaw and get the tiny Pink Puffin ferry over to the Hamble.
Animal activity
Meon Valley Alpacas http://www.mvalpacas.co.uk/
Leading Herd of Prize Winning Huacaya Alpacas
Karen and Peter Oglesby
Meon Valley Alpacas
Grooms Cottage, Midlington Hill, Droxford
Hampshire SO32 3PU
Tel: 07913247144 or 01489 878663
info@mvalpacas.co.uk
Many offerings such as: Alpaca Experience Morning £65 for Two People -
So much more than alpaca walking! Ideal for all those who love alpacas and want to know more about them. Join Karen as she goes about her morning activities with the alpacas. Feeding and haying up, watering and general health checks around the farm. Depending on the time of year this may include caring for the females with their cria, perhaps seeing a birth and all that that entails, or joining in with a weekly husbandry task, such as weighing or condition scoring - get your hands on as much as you would like! Maybe halter training the weanlings and getting them used to handling ready for the shows, and you may get to take an alpaca for a walk through the woods on the farm if you wish.
Meon Valley Alpacas
Meon Valley Alpacas http://www.mvalpacas.co.uk/
Leading Herd of Prize Winning Huacaya Alpacas
Karen and Peter Oglesby
Meon Valley Alpacas
Grooms Cottage, Midlington Hill, Droxford
Hampshire SO32 3PU
Tel: 07913247144 or 01489 878663
info@mvalpacas.co.uk
Many offerings such as: Alpaca Experience Morning £65 for Two People -
So much more than alpaca walking! Ideal for all those who love alpacas and want to know more about them. Join Karen as she goes about her morning activities with the alpacas. Feeding and haying up, watering and general health checks around the farm. Depending on the time of year this may include caring for the females with their cria, perhaps seeing a birth and all that that entails, or joining in with a weekly husbandry task, such as weighing or condition scoring - get your hands on as much as you would like! Maybe halter training the weanlings and getting them used to handling ready for the shows, and you may get to take an alpaca for a walk through the woods on the farm if you wish.
Marwell Zoo Thompsons Lane, Colden Common, Winchester, Hampshire SO21 1JH.
https://www.marwell.org.uk/zoo/
• 100s of animals – including giraffes, tigers & penguins
• 140-acre park and 5 adventure playgrounds
• Daily talks and animal feeds + cafés and gifts
Marwell Zoo is owned by the world renowned, action-oriented charity, Marwell Wildlife. With an aim to conserve global biodiversity and pursue a sustainable future, our team of Conservation Biologists are behind programmes in both the UK and Africa. Working towards living in balance with nature, our talented scientists create adaptive initiatives to identify some of the most important animal habitats and help restore destroyed ecosystems.
If you’re looking for things to do in Hampshire, head to Marwell Zoo and discover more about Marwell Wildlife’s conservation mission Or, find out more about our conservation work.
Get closer to the wonders of the natural world
Situated in the Winchester countryside, just three miles from the M3, Marwell Zoo is the perfect place to visit when looking for things to do with kids in Hampshire. The 140-acre wildlife park is home to hundreds of animals, from endangered Amur tigers, snow leopards and white rhinos to giraffes, gibbons and penguins – you’re in for a wild time!
When looking for things to do in Winchester, Marwell’s incredible range of animals boasts over 140 species. Head into our sustainable Tropical House, and explore two levels of wildlife, where the cascading waterfall and warm climate is home to free-flying birds, and our apex predator, the crocodile monitor lizard. Wander along the boardwalk for exceptional views of the zebras, rhinos and oryx, something the whole family can enjoy on a day out with the kids in Hampshire.
Swing, slide and run with our adventurous attractions
Marwell Zoo is a great place to visit for days out with the kids in Hampshire. Let the children run like cheetahs, swing like monkeys and slide like penguins in one of our 5 adventure playgrounds, while you take a well-deserved rest. We've thought of everything that makes us one of the top places to go in Winchester for families.
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Marwell Zoo
Thompson's LaneMarwell Zoo Thompsons Lane, Colden Common, Winchester, Hampshire SO21 1JH.
https://www.marwell.org.uk/zoo/
• 100s of animals – including giraffes, tigers & penguins
• 140-acre park and 5 adventure playgrounds
• Daily talks and animal feeds + cafés and gifts
Marwell Zoo is owned by the world renowned, action-oriented charity, Marwell Wildlife. With an aim to conserve global biodiversity and pursue a sustainable future, our team of Conservation Biologists are behind programmes in both the UK and Africa. Working towards living in balance with nature, our talented scientists create adaptive initiatives to identify some of the most important animal habitats and help restore destroyed ecosystems.
If you’re looking for things to do in Hampshire, head to Marwell Zoo and discover more about Marwell Wildlife’s conservation mission Or, find out more about our conservation work.
Get closer to the wonders of the natural world
Situated in the Winchester countryside, just three miles from the M3, Marwell Zoo is the perfect place to visit when looking for things to do with kids in Hampshire. The 140-acre wildlife park is home to hundreds of animals, from endangered Amur tigers, snow leopards and white rhinos to giraffes, gibbons and penguins – you’re in for a wild time!
When looking for things to do in Winchester, Marwell’s incredible range of animals boasts over 140 species. Head into our sustainable Tropical House, and explore two levels of wildlife, where the cascading waterfall and warm climate is home to free-flying birds, and our apex predator, the crocodile monitor lizard. Wander along the boardwalk for exceptional views of the zebras, rhinos and oryx, something the whole family can enjoy on a day out with the kids in Hampshire.
Swing, slide and run with our adventurous attractions
Marwell Zoo is a great place to visit for days out with the kids in Hampshire. Let the children run like cheetahs, swing like monkeys and slide like penguins in one of our 5 adventure playgrounds, while you take a well-deserved rest. We've thought of everything that makes us one of the top places to go in Winchester for families.
Horse-riding along the Meon Valley Trail and in the South Downs https://www.southdownstrekking.com/
South Downs Trekking offers hacking in the heart of 'The South Downs National Park'. Our location has direct access onto The South Downs Trail which offers the finest riding in The South of England. They cater for both beginner and more experienced riders from 4 years of age and have DBS checked and First Aid Staff.
If you're the occasional rider, here on holiday, or one of our regular riders - South Downs Trekking welcome you all by our friendly and efficient team. Julia has ridden with them and they are safe, but also have some short or long hacks, or hacking lessons.
Owner and Proprietor - Cheryl Griffiths (BHSAI) 07841 866192 Station Road, Soberton, Hampshire, SO32 3QU
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Forest of Bere
6 Hundred Acres RdHorse-riding along the Meon Valley Trail and in the South Downs https://www.southdownstrekking.com/
South Downs Trekking offers hacking in the heart of 'The South Downs National Park'. Our location has direct access onto The South Downs Trail which offers the finest riding in The South of England. They cater for both beginner and more experienced riders from 4 years of age and have DBS checked and First Aid Staff.
If you're the occasional rider, here on holiday, or one of our regular riders - South Downs Trekking welcome you all by our friendly and efficient team. Julia has ridden with them and they are safe, but also have some short or long hacks, or hacking lessons.
Owner and Proprietor - Cheryl Griffiths (BHSAI) 07841 866192 Station Road, Soberton, Hampshire, SO32 3QU
Local Countryside
Meon Way (Meon Valley Trail: For cyclists, horse riders and walkers) https://www.hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/countryside/finder/meonvalleytrail
The Meon Valley Trail stretches for 10 miles (16 KM) from Knowle to West Meon, along a disused railway line providing a safe and flat surface for all the family. The Meon Valley Trail provides car free access into the South Downs, linking rural communities and showcasing the beautiful countryside of the Meon Valley, passing through Butser Hill, Clanfield, West Meon and East Meon.
It is the perfect introduction into the South Downs National Park, linking to well established long distance trails including the Wayfarers’ Walk and the South Downs Way National Trail. It also links to Bere Forest, Wickham, Soberton and Exton.
The nearest wood is about a hundred metres away and is Upperford Copse which is a mass of bluebells in April.
You can access this direct from Soberton Lodge.
Maps and Information:
In the annexe there is a copy of the OS Explorer map showing the Meon Valley Trail and the Forest of Bere. Also a copy of the OS Explorer Map for the Meon Valley and a Forestry leaflet on the Forest of Bere.
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Meon Valley Trail
Meon Way (Meon Valley Trail: For cyclists, horse riders and walkers) https://www.hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/countryside/finder/meonvalleytrail
The Meon Valley Trail stretches for 10 miles (16 KM) from Knowle to West Meon, along a disused railway line providing a safe and flat surface for all the family. The Meon Valley Trail provides car free access into the South Downs, linking rural communities and showcasing the beautiful countryside of the Meon Valley, passing through Butser Hill, Clanfield, West Meon and East Meon.
It is the perfect introduction into the South Downs National Park, linking to well established long distance trails including the Wayfarers’ Walk and the South Downs Way National Trail. It also links to Bere Forest, Wickham, Soberton and Exton.
The nearest wood is about a hundred metres away and is Upperford Copse which is a mass of bluebells in April.
You can access this direct from Soberton Lodge.
Maps and Information:
In the annexe there is a copy of the OS Explorer map showing the Meon Valley Trail and the Forest of Bere. Also a copy of the OS Explorer Map for the Meon Valley and a Forestry leaflet on the Forest of Bere.
Brockenhurst:
A lovely village to wander round with some great little shops, restaurants, cafes and New Forest ponies wandering around. The most well known place is The Pig Hotel.
The Pig Hotel, Beaulieu Road, Brockenhurst, New Forest SO42 7QL https://www.thepighotel.com/brockenhurst/
Fabulous hotel and restaurant with kitchen garden and spa (The Potting Shed)
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Brockenhurst
Brockenhurst:
A lovely village to wander round with some great little shops, restaurants, cafes and New Forest ponies wandering around. The most well known place is The Pig Hotel.
The Pig Hotel, Beaulieu Road, Brockenhurst, New Forest SO42 7QL https://www.thepighotel.com/brockenhurst/
Fabulous hotel and restaurant with kitchen garden and spa (The Potting Shed)
Beaulieu is home to Lord Montagu's Estate, The National Motor Museum and The Montagu Arms. Bucklers Hard is nearby.
The Montagu Arms Hotel, Beaulieu, Hampshire, SO42 4ZL https://www.montaguarmshotel.co.uk/
In the car capitol of the New Forest, is an English classic hotel, with an award winning Terrace restaurant and Monty’s Inn (Pub). Lovely garden too.
National Motor Museum https://www.beaulieu.co.uk/
Lord Montagu’s world- famous motor museum. See over 280 vehicles in the museum and also The World of Top Gear and On Screen Cars. There is the Palace to look round and lovely grounds, which you can see from the Monorail. It is a great day out for everyone.
Bucklers Hard https://www.bucklershard.co.uk/
On the banks of the Beaulieu River, in the heart of the New Forest, you will find the unspoilt haven of Buckler’s Hard which remains untouched by the passage of time. Originally a shipbuilding village with over 50 wooden ships being built for the Royal Navy, including the vessels Agamemnon, Euryalus and Swiftsure, all of which fought at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. During the Second World War, Buckler’s Hard became a motor torpedo base and, further downstream, sections of the Mulberry harbours were constructed in the old oyster beds in preparation for the D-Day landings. In the post-war years, visitors quickly returned to the river and in 1963 the Buckler’s Hard Maritime Museum was opened in what had been the New Inn, ‘to serve as a memorial to those men of Buckler’s Hard who built men-of-war’. Today, Buckler’s Hard is still a ‘living’ village and many of the people who live and work here are engaged in recreation and tourism.
The Master Builders Hotel and Pub. https://www.hillbrookehotels.co.uk/the-master-builders/eat-drink/
At the end of the Buckler’s Hard high street you’ll find The Master Builder's House Hotel. The Master Builder's is now open for outside dining. Choose from seating in the new restaurant terrace marquee or on the garden terrace tables. Please call 01590 616253 or email enquiries@themasterbuilders.co.uk to find out more. We love this pub as it is so friendly in a lovely setting with great food and dog friendly.
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Beaulieu
Beaulieu is home to Lord Montagu's Estate, The National Motor Museum and The Montagu Arms. Bucklers Hard is nearby.
The Montagu Arms Hotel, Beaulieu, Hampshire, SO42 4ZL https://www.montaguarmshotel.co.uk/
In the car capitol of the New Forest, is an English classic hotel, with an award winning Terrace restaurant and Monty’s Inn (Pub). Lovely garden too.
National Motor Museum https://www.beaulieu.co.uk/
Lord Montagu’s world- famous motor museum. See over 280 vehicles in the museum and also The World of Top Gear and On Screen Cars. There is the Palace to look round and lovely grounds, which you can see from the Monorail. It is a great day out for everyone.
Bucklers Hard https://www.bucklershard.co.uk/
On the banks of the Beaulieu River, in the heart of the New Forest, you will find the unspoilt haven of Buckler’s Hard which remains untouched by the passage of time. Originally a shipbuilding village with over 50 wooden ships being built for the Royal Navy, including the vessels Agamemnon, Euryalus and Swiftsure, all of which fought at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. During the Second World War, Buckler’s Hard became a motor torpedo base and, further downstream, sections of the Mulberry harbours were constructed in the old oyster beds in preparation for the D-Day landings. In the post-war years, visitors quickly returned to the river and in 1963 the Buckler’s Hard Maritime Museum was opened in what had been the New Inn, ‘to serve as a memorial to those men of Buckler’s Hard who built men-of-war’. Today, Buckler’s Hard is still a ‘living’ village and many of the people who live and work here are engaged in recreation and tourism.
The Master Builders Hotel and Pub. https://www.hillbrookehotels.co.uk/the-master-builders/eat-drink/
At the end of the Buckler’s Hard high street you’ll find The Master Builder's House Hotel. The Master Builder's is now open for outside dining. Choose from seating in the new restaurant terrace marquee or on the garden terrace tables. Please call 01590 616253 or email enquiries@themasterbuilders.co.uk to find out more. We love this pub as it is so friendly in a lovely setting with great food and dog friendly.
Burley:
Tea rooms, gift shops, art galleries - even a cider farm! Burley features everything you would expect from a traditional New Forest village. Oozing old world charm, with ponies and cattle roaming around the village and pretty thatched cottages, Burley has remained untouched by time. Here you will find a traditional butchers, village stores and cosy inns. Don’t forget to look out for the New Forest ponies and cattle as they roam freely around the village. Although these animals might look and act wild, they are in fact all owned by locals using their commoner’s rights. People have lived in the Burley area since prehistoric times. Over twenty Bronze Age burial mounds are found near to the village and on the edge of Burley, at Castle Hill, is the site of an Iron Age hillfort.
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Byn Burley New Forest
Ringwood RoadBurley:
Tea rooms, gift shops, art galleries - even a cider farm! Burley features everything you would expect from a traditional New Forest village. Oozing old world charm, with ponies and cattle roaming around the village and pretty thatched cottages, Burley has remained untouched by time. Here you will find a traditional butchers, village stores and cosy inns. Don’t forget to look out for the New Forest ponies and cattle as they roam freely around the village. Although these animals might look and act wild, they are in fact all owned by locals using their commoner’s rights. People have lived in the Burley area since prehistoric times. Over twenty Bronze Age burial mounds are found near to the village and on the edge of Burley, at Castle Hill, is the site of an Iron Age hillfort.
A fantastic place to either walk (or cycle) to along the Meon Valley Trail or drive to! Really lovely up here, but dogs need to be on a lead.
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Old Winchester Hill
A fantastic place to either walk (or cycle) to along the Meon Valley Trail or drive to! Really lovely up here, but dogs need to be on a lead.
Eating Out
The Master Builders Hotel and Pub. https://www.hillbrookehotels.co.uk/the-master-builders/eat-drink/
At the end of the Buckler’s Hard high street you’ll find The Master Builder's House Hotel. The Master Builder's is now open for outside dining. Choose from seating in the new restaurant terrace marquee or on the garden terrace tables. Please call 01590 616253 or email enquiries@themasterbuilders.co.uk to find out more. We love this pub as it is so friendly in a lovely setting with great food and dog friendly.
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The Master Builder's
The Master Builders Hotel and Pub. https://www.hillbrookehotels.co.uk/the-master-builders/eat-drink/
At the end of the Buckler’s Hard high street you’ll find The Master Builder's House Hotel. The Master Builder's is now open for outside dining. Choose from seating in the new restaurant terrace marquee or on the garden terrace tables. Please call 01590 616253 or email enquiries@themasterbuilders.co.uk to find out more. We love this pub as it is so friendly in a lovely setting with great food and dog friendly.
The Montagu Arms Hotel, Beaulieu, Hampshire, SO42 4ZL https://www.montaguarmshotel.co.uk/
In the car capitol of the New Forest, is an English classic hotel, with an award winning Terrace restaurant and Monty’s Inn (Pub). Lovely garden too.
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The Montagu Arms Hotel
Palace LaneThe Montagu Arms Hotel, Beaulieu, Hampshire, SO42 4ZL https://www.montaguarmshotel.co.uk/
In the car capitol of the New Forest, is an English classic hotel, with an award winning Terrace restaurant and Monty’s Inn (Pub). Lovely garden too.
The Pig Hotel, Beaulieu Road, Brockenhurst, New Forest SO42 7QL https://www.thepighotel.com/brockenhurst/
Fabulous hotel and restaurant with kitchen garden and spa (The Potting Shed)
Remarkable Places to Eat on BBC Two
Join Fred Sirieix and Chris Bavin on 'Remarkable Places to Eat' on BBC Two as they tuck into our 25-mile menu at THE PIG in the New Forest. Delving deep into our 25-mile menu and our obsessive commitment to home-grown and local produce, Fred and Chris have a chat to our teams to hear all about how our Kitchen Gardeners and Chefs work hand-in-hand, before tucking into Pannage Pork with ‘Dazzling Blue’ Cavolo Nero, and a wild Pear and Mustard sauce.
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The Pig
B3055The Pig Hotel, Beaulieu Road, Brockenhurst, New Forest SO42 7QL https://www.thepighotel.com/brockenhurst/
Fabulous hotel and restaurant with kitchen garden and spa (The Potting Shed)
Remarkable Places to Eat on BBC Two
Join Fred Sirieix and Chris Bavin on 'Remarkable Places to Eat' on BBC Two as they tuck into our 25-mile menu at THE PIG in the New Forest. Delving deep into our 25-mile menu and our obsessive commitment to home-grown and local produce, Fred and Chris have a chat to our teams to hear all about how our Kitchen Gardeners and Chefs work hand-in-hand, before tucking into Pannage Pork with ‘Dazzling Blue’ Cavolo Nero, and a wild Pear and Mustard sauce.
Goodwood Hotel: https://www.goodwood.com/visit-eat-stay/the-goodwood-hotel/
You can dine at our Farmer, Butcher, Chef restaurant or visit The Kennels clubhouse. We warmly welcome dogs as, after all, country walks just wouldn’t be the same without man’s best friend.
This is highly recommended by our friends, but we have yet to eat there.
The Goodwood Hotel
New Barn HillGoodwood Hotel: https://www.goodwood.com/visit-eat-stay/the-goodwood-hotel/
You can dine at our Farmer, Butcher, Chef restaurant or visit The Kennels clubhouse. We warmly welcome dogs as, after all, country walks just wouldn’t be the same without man’s best friend.
This is highly recommended by our friends, but we have yet to eat there.
Wickham: (2.8 miles) You can walk here along the Meon Valley Trail – Turn right out of the gate.
o Veranda Indian Restaurant, The Square, Wickham, http://www.verandaofwickham.co.uk/ Tel: 01329 835566
They do take -away and this is where we go for a curry
Veranda Wickham
The SquareWickham: (2.8 miles) You can walk here along the Meon Valley Trail – Turn right out of the gate.
o Veranda Indian Restaurant, The Square, Wickham, http://www.verandaofwickham.co.uk/ Tel: 01329 835566
They do take -away and this is where we go for a curry
Wickham: (2.8 miles) You can walk here along the Meon Valley Trail – Turn right out of the gate.
Or drive Turn Left out of the main gates
o The Square Cow, The Square, Wickham https://www.thesquarecow.co.uk/ 01329 832732.
The Square Cow.
Wickham SquareWickham: (2.8 miles) You can walk here along the Meon Valley Trail – Turn right out of the gate.
Or drive Turn Left out of the main gates
o The Square Cow, The Square, Wickham https://www.thesquarecow.co.uk/ 01329 832732.
o The King’s Head, The Square, Wickham https://www.kingsheadwickham.co.uk/ A Fullers Pub which has a lovely garden and does take away.
The King's Head
The Squareo The King’s Head, The Square, Wickham https://www.kingsheadwickham.co.uk/ A Fullers Pub which has a lovely garden and does take away.
o Greens Restaurant and Bar, The Square, Wickham. https://www.greensrestaurant.co.uk/ 01329 833 197.
Particularly good for fish.
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Greens
4 Jewry Sto Greens Restaurant and Bar, The Square, Wickham. https://www.greensrestaurant.co.uk/ 01329 833 197.
Particularly good for fish.
Bishops Waltham: (4 miles)
o Friends Indian, Bank Street, Bishops Waltham, www.Friendsric.com Tel 01489 891791
Very good for take-away. A menu is in the desk in the lobby of the annexe
Friends Refined Indian Cuisine
Bank StreetBishops Waltham: (4 miles)
o Friends Indian, Bank Street, Bishops Waltham, www.Friendsric.com Tel 01489 891791
Very good for take-away. A menu is in the desk in the lobby of the annexe
Bishops Waltham: (4 miles)
o Paul’s Plaice – Fish and chips, High St, Bishop's Waltham https://menus.preoday.com/Pauls-Plaice#/main/venue/contact, Tel 01489 891017
Order online and pay and then just collect it. You can park outside. Very good fish and chips
Paul's Plaice
High StreetBishops Waltham: (4 miles)
o Paul’s Plaice – Fish and chips, High St, Bishop's Waltham https://menus.preoday.com/Pauls-Plaice#/main/venue/contact, Tel 01489 891017
Order online and pay and then just collect it. You can park outside. Very good fish and chips
Southwick: (6.5 miles) (Pronounced Suth – ick)
o Southwick Village Tea Room: https://www.facebook.com/southwickvillagetearoom/ High St, Southwick, PO17 6EB
A lovely tea room in a conservation village. Parking enarby and walk round the village - really pretty.
Southwick tea room
20A High StreetSouthwick: (6.5 miles) (Pronounced Suth – ick)
o Southwick Village Tea Room: https://www.facebook.com/southwickvillagetearoom/ High St, Southwick, PO17 6EB
A lovely tea room in a conservation village. Parking enarby and walk round the village - really pretty.
Southwick: (6.5 miles) (Pronounced Suth – ick)
o The Golden Lion, High Street, Southwick: https://goldenlionsouthwick.co.uk/
The village of Southwick is steeped in history and culture and at the heart sits the Golden Lion.
Used as the unofficial officers mess during WWII by Monty and Eisenhower, it has a rich history we are very proud to be part of. The modern day Golden Lion sees a comfortable homely setting with log fires and warm furnishings, bright spaces and plenty of character. Couple all this with the fantastic local beers, award winning food, real ale English pub atmosphere and you have the makings of something very special indeed.
Sourcing food and drink locally and seasonally is just what we do. We take pride in everything we serve.
A family run business for over 10 years with industry experience of over 20 years, our focus on customer service is second to none, you couldn’t be in a better hands.
Golden Lion
High StreetSouthwick: (6.5 miles) (Pronounced Suth – ick)
o The Golden Lion, High Street, Southwick: https://goldenlionsouthwick.co.uk/
The village of Southwick is steeped in history and culture and at the heart sits the Golden Lion.
Used as the unofficial officers mess during WWII by Monty and Eisenhower, it has a rich history we are very proud to be part of. The modern day Golden Lion sees a comfortable homely setting with log fires and warm furnishings, bright spaces and plenty of character. Couple all this with the fantastic local beers, award winning food, real ale English pub atmosphere and you have the makings of something very special indeed.
Sourcing food and drink locally and seasonally is just what we do. We take pride in everything we serve.
A family run business for over 10 years with industry experience of over 20 years, our focus on customer service is second to none, you couldn’t be in a better hands.
o Red Lion Pub, High Street, Southwick: https://www.red-lion-southwick.co.uk/
A traditional village pub – Fullers.
The Red Lion
East Streeto Red Lion Pub, High Street, Southwick: https://www.red-lion-southwick.co.uk/
A traditional village pub – Fullers.
Within walking distance of the annexe. Out of the gate, onto the trail and go RIGHT. Under the first bridge and either go right and along the road or continue to second bridge and go up the bank.
We don't find the food or service here that great, but it is very convenient. They are open with outsixe tables, but you have to book
The Roebuck Inn, Droxford Road, Kingsmead. 01329 832 150. theroebuckinnwickham.co.uk.
The Roebuck Inn
Within walking distance of the annexe. Out of the gate, onto the trail and go RIGHT. Under the first bridge and either go right and along the road or continue to second bridge and go up the bank.
We don't find the food or service here that great, but it is very convenient. They are open with outsixe tables, but you have to book
The Roebuck Inn, Droxford Road, Kingsmead. 01329 832 150. theroebuckinnwickham.co.uk.
The White Lion, Soberton. 01489 877 346. thewhitelionsoberton.com.
Within walking distance along the Meon Valley Trail. Out of the gate and onto the trail and go LEFT. The White Lion is signposted from the trail (on your right) about 2 miles from the house (maybe a smidge more)
Food is good here and quite often people tie their horses here and have a drink. The St Peter's Church, Soberton (15th-16th century) is next door, which is also worth a visit. http://www.wilfrid-meon-pilgrimage.co.uk/church_st_peters_soberton.htm
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The White Lion
High StreetThe White Lion, Soberton. 01489 877 346. thewhitelionsoberton.com.
Within walking distance along the Meon Valley Trail. Out of the gate and onto the trail and go LEFT. The White Lion is signposted from the trail (on your right) about 2 miles from the house (maybe a smidge more)
Food is good here and quite often people tie their horses here and have a drink. The St Peter's Church, Soberton (15th-16th century) is next door, which is also worth a visit. http://www.wilfrid-meon-pilgrimage.co.uk/church_st_peters_soberton.htm
• Bold Forrester, Forester Road, Soberton, https://info889256.wixsite.com/mysite, Tel 01329 832 620
This is the nearest pub to the annexe. Out of the gate, onto the trail and TURN LEFT. First Bridge, on the right, go up the slope. Up the road and the Bold Forrester is just opposite the top of the road (which is a steep hill by the way) in Forrester Road.
We tend not to go here, so not sure what it is like, as it has changed hands a lot. Personally I think it is easier to go to the Roebuck as I don't like walking jup hills!
Bold Forester
Forester Road• Bold Forrester, Forester Road, Soberton, https://info889256.wixsite.com/mysite, Tel 01329 832 620
This is the nearest pub to the annexe. Out of the gate, onto the trail and TURN LEFT. First Bridge, on the right, go up the slope. Up the road and the Bold Forrester is just opposite the top of the road (which is a steep hill by the way) in Forrester Road.
We tend not to go here, so not sure what it is like, as it has changed hands a lot. Personally I think it is easier to go to the Roebuck as I don't like walking jup hills!
• Baker’s Arms, High Street, Droxford, thebakersarmsdroxford.com, Tel 01489 877533.
Award winning pub for food. Evenings and Sunday lunch you should book. Closed Sunday night and Monday lunchtime. You can walk or cycle here along the Meon Valley Trail (2.8 miles)
Onto the trail from the garden and TURN LEFT. You have to come off the track (on the left) for Droxford.
We go here fairly often as our friends live in Droxford and the food is good.
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The Bakers Arms
High Street• Baker’s Arms, High Street, Droxford, thebakersarmsdroxford.com, Tel 01489 877533.
Award winning pub for food. Evenings and Sunday lunch you should book. Closed Sunday night and Monday lunchtime. You can walk or cycle here along the Meon Valley Trail (2.8 miles)
Onto the trail from the garden and TURN LEFT. You have to come off the track (on the left) for Droxford.
We go here fairly often as our friends live in Droxford and the food is good.
The Shoe, Exton. 01489 877 526. theshoeexton.co.uk. (5 miles) You can walk or cycle here along the Meon Valley Trail)
Go Left on the track - quite a walk but very pleasant as it is flat and you pass chalk streams.
The food here is very good and they also sell their own bread. There is a nice garden to sit in with the stream. You have to book as it is very busy.
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The Shoe Inn
Shoe LaneThe Shoe, Exton. 01489 877 526. theshoeexton.co.uk. (5 miles) You can walk or cycle here along the Meon Valley Trail)
Go Left on the track - quite a walk but very pleasant as it is flat and you pass chalk streams.
The food here is very good and they also sell their own bread. There is a nice garden to sit in with the stream. You have to book as it is very busy.
The Rising Sun, Swanmore. 01489 896 663. risingsunswanmore.co.uk. (2 miles)
Really near to us and we like it here - dog friendly. Unpretentious traditional pub
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The Rising Sun
The Rising Sun, Swanmore. 01489 896 663. risingsunswanmore.co.uk. (2 miles)
Really near to us and we like it here - dog friendly. Unpretentious traditional pub
The Cricketers Curdridge Lane, Curdridge, https://cricketerscurdridge.com/, Tel 01489 784420 (4 miles away)
We go here fairly often - good food and dog friendly. Garden is open now and you just rock up, but it is busy. There is an outdoor pizza oven which is fun.
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The Cricketers Inn
The Cricketers Curdridge Lane, Curdridge, https://cricketerscurdridge.com/, Tel 01489 784420 (4 miles away)
We go here fairly often - good food and dog friendly. Garden is open now and you just rock up, but it is busy. There is an outdoor pizza oven which is fun.
The Hampshire Bowman, Dundridge. 01489 892 940. hampshirebowman.com. (4.4 miles)
We really like this pub - very traditional and in the middle of nowhere! Good food and real ales. Dog friendly.
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The Hampshire Bowman
Dundridge LaneThe Hampshire Bowman, Dundridge. 01489 892 940. hampshirebowman.com. (4.4 miles)
We really like this pub - very traditional and in the middle of nowhere! Good food and real ales. Dog friendly.
The Thomas Lord, West Meon. 01730 829 244. thethomaslord.co.uk. (8.4 miles)
Attractive pub and good food. Can get very busy in the summer - best to book.
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The Thomas Lord
The Thomas Lord, West Meon. 01730 829 244. thethomaslord.co.uk. (8.4 miles)
Attractive pub and good food. Can get very busy in the summer - best to book.
Ye Olde George Inn, East Meon. 01730 823 481. yeoldegeorgeinn.net. (10 miles)
Great pub and a lovely village. So lovely to walk round, worth the trip.
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Ye Olde George Inn
Church StreetYe Olde George Inn, East Meon. 01730 823 481. yeoldegeorgeinn.net. (10 miles)
Great pub and a lovely village. So lovely to walk round, worth the trip.
Bat and Ball Clanfield/Hambledon – The birthplace of English cricket https://www.batandballclanfield.co.uk/ (8.4 miles)
Beautiful setting - rolling countryside. The pub has an interesting history, but the food is average. Nice drive through Clanfield and Hambledon.
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The Bat & Ball, Hambledon
Hyden Farm LaneBat and Ball Clanfield/Hambledon – The birthplace of English cricket https://www.batandballclanfield.co.uk/ (8.4 miles)
Beautiful setting - rolling countryside. The pub has an interesting history, but the food is average. Nice drive through Clanfield and Hambledon.
The Black Rat (Michelin starred), Winchester. 01962 844 465. theblackrat.co.uk
Very popular, but a great pub/restaurant. Very interesting decor.
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The Black Rat Restaurant
88 Chesil StThe Black Rat (Michelin starred), Winchester. 01962 844 465. theblackrat.co.uk
Very popular, but a great pub/restaurant. Very interesting decor.
Rick Stein’s Fish Restaurant 8 High Street, Winchester https://www.rickstein.com/restaurants/rick-stein-winchester/
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Rick Stein, Winchester
8 High StRick Stein’s Fish Restaurant 8 High Street, Winchester https://www.rickstein.com/restaurants/rick-stein-winchester/
Hotel du Vin, Southgate Street, Winchester. https://www.hotelduvin.com/
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Hotel du Vin Winchester
14 Southgate StHotel du Vin, Southgate Street, Winchester. https://www.hotelduvin.com/
• The Pig, Brockenhurst, New Forest. https://www.thepighotel.com/brockenhurst/
Fabulous hotel and restaurant with kitchen garden and spa (The Potting Shed)
Remarkable Places to Eat on BBC Two April 2021:
Join Fred Sirieix and Chris Bavin on 'Remarkable Places to Eat' on BBC Two as they tuck into our 25-mile menu at THE PIG in the New Forest. Delving deep into our 25-mile menu and our obsessive commitment to home-grown and local produce, Fred and Chris have a chat to our teams to hear all about how our Kitchen Gardeners and Chefs work hand-in-hand, before tucking into Pannage Pork with ‘Dazzling Blue’ Cavolo Nero, and a wild Pear and Mustard sauce.
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The Pig
B3055• The Pig, Brockenhurst, New Forest. https://www.thepighotel.com/brockenhurst/
Fabulous hotel and restaurant with kitchen garden and spa (The Potting Shed)
Remarkable Places to Eat on BBC Two April 2021:
Join Fred Sirieix and Chris Bavin on 'Remarkable Places to Eat' on BBC Two as they tuck into our 25-mile menu at THE PIG in the New Forest. Delving deep into our 25-mile menu and our obsessive commitment to home-grown and local produce, Fred and Chris have a chat to our teams to hear all about how our Kitchen Gardeners and Chefs work hand-in-hand, before tucking into Pannage Pork with ‘Dazzling Blue’ Cavolo Nero, and a wild Pear and Mustard sauce.
• Limewood House Hotel, Beaulieu Road, Lyndhurst, New Forest - great for afternoon tea after a walk - love it
• https://www.limewoodhotel.co.uk/
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Lime Wood
Beaulieu Road• Limewood House Hotel, Beaulieu Road, Lyndhurst, New Forest - great for afternoon tea after a walk - love it
• https://www.limewoodhotel.co.uk/
• Horse Guards Inn, Tillington, Petworth. 01798 342 332. thehorseguardsinn.co.uk.
Petworth is a bit of a trek but a really nice place to walk round. Lots of independent shops, antique shops and tea rooms. Home to Petworth House - which I love.
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Horse Guards Inn
• Horse Guards Inn, Tillington, Petworth. 01798 342 332. thehorseguardsinn.co.uk.
Petworth is a bit of a trek but a really nice place to walk round. Lots of independent shops, antique shops and tea rooms. Home to Petworth House - which I love.
• The Elsted Inn, Elsted, near Petersfield. 01730 813 662. theelstedinn.com.
Down to earth pub with exceptional food and the delightful Lisa and Malcolm
The Elsted Inn
• The Elsted Inn, Elsted, near Petersfield. 01730 813 662. theelstedinn.com.
Down to earth pub with exceptional food and the delightful Lisa and Malcolm
• The White Horse, South Hill, Droxford. Local pub serving Indian cuisine. 01489 877 490. whitehorseinndroxford.co.uk (2.7 miles)
We have had some good food here, but also not so good.
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The White Horse Inn
South Hill• The White Horse, South Hill, Droxford. Local pub serving Indian cuisine. 01489 877 490. whitehorseinndroxford.co.uk (2.7 miles)
We have had some good food here, but also not so good.
• Buck’s Head, Meonstoke. 01489 877 313. thebuckshead.co.uk. (4.8 miles)
Quaint little place, in a lovely setting. Church nearby and a chalk stream.
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The Bucks Head
Bucks Head Hill• Buck’s Head, Meonstoke. 01489 877 313. thebuckshead.co.uk. (4.8 miles)
Quaint little place, in a lovely setting. Church nearby and a chalk stream.
Lots of restaurants here and overlooking the Marina. Odeon Cinema and shops also.
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Port Solent - The Boardwalk Shopping Centre
20 The BoardwalkLots of restaurants here and overlooking the Marina. Odeon Cinema and shops also.
• The Ship, Owslebury, near Marwell Zoo with children’s playground, beer garden and Petanque pitch. A good Gastro Pub. https://theshipinnowslebury.pub/
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The Ship Inn
23A High St• The Ship, Owslebury, near Marwell Zoo with children’s playground, beer garden and Petanque pitch. A good Gastro Pub. https://theshipinnowslebury.pub/
Beaches and Marine Life
Beaches to visit and marina type places
Hill Head Beach PO14 3LU: https://www.thebeachguide.co.uk/south-west-england/hampshire/hill-head.htm
Set across the Solent from the Isle of Wight is a lengthy stretch of shingle beach backed by a tarmac walkway. Like much of this stretch of coast the beach is divided up by wooden groynes. These offer some protection from the erosive forces of longshore drift, helping to keep the shingle in place.
Hill Head beach is popular with watersports enthusiasts offering good sailing, windsurfing and kitesurfing. It is also a popular spot for fishing. To the western end of the beach is a small harbour, located at the mouth of the River Meon where it enters the Solent. Just beyond is the Titchfield Haven National Nature Reserve, which is home to a vast array of birdlife.
Dogs are not allowed on the main part of the beach from May 1st to September 30th. There is a small part of the beach to the west of the main car park where dogs can go all year.
Dogs are also allowed on the promenade all year, but must be on a lead.
I like going here and combining with Titchfield Nature reserve and going to the Haven Cafe for tea or an ice cream
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Hill Head Beach
Hill Head Beach PO14 3LU: https://www.thebeachguide.co.uk/south-west-england/hampshire/hill-head.htm
Set across the Solent from the Isle of Wight is a lengthy stretch of shingle beach backed by a tarmac walkway. Like much of this stretch of coast the beach is divided up by wooden groynes. These offer some protection from the erosive forces of longshore drift, helping to keep the shingle in place.
Hill Head beach is popular with watersports enthusiasts offering good sailing, windsurfing and kitesurfing. It is also a popular spot for fishing. To the western end of the beach is a small harbour, located at the mouth of the River Meon where it enters the Solent. Just beyond is the Titchfield Haven National Nature Reserve, which is home to a vast array of birdlife.
Dogs are not allowed on the main part of the beach from May 1st to September 30th. There is a small part of the beach to the west of the main car park where dogs can go all year.
Dogs are also allowed on the promenade all year, but must be on a lead.
I like going here and combining with Titchfield Nature reserve and going to the Haven Cafe for tea or an ice cream
The sand dunes at West Wittering are not far away and many other beaches, plus regular car and pedestrian ferries to the Isle of Wight.
West Wittering can get very busy in the Summer, but Bracklesham Bay much less so. West Wittering is much prettier though and has the dunes. Bracklesham and East Wittering have sandy beaches but not very picturesque.
Julia was brought up in Bracklesham so can advise on how to try and avoid the traffic.
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West Wittering Beach
Pound RoadThe sand dunes at West Wittering are not far away and many other beaches, plus regular car and pedestrian ferries to the Isle of Wight.
West Wittering can get very busy in the Summer, but Bracklesham Bay much less so. West Wittering is much prettier though and has the dunes. Bracklesham and East Wittering have sandy beaches but not very picturesque.
Julia was brought up in Bracklesham so can advise on how to try and avoid the traffic.
One of my favourite things to do is to go to Warshaw and get the tiny Pink Puffin ferry over to the Hamble.
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Warsash
One of my favourite things to do is to go to Warshaw and get the tiny Pink Puffin ferry over to the Hamble.
Titchfield Nature Reserve: https://www.hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/countryparks/titchfield
Next to Hillhead Beach is a nationally renowned nature reserve, at the mouth of the River Meon, on the shores of the Solent, near Fareham in Hampshire. There is a café and a lovely place to sit and watch the boats and wander around the nature reserve with an interesting bird life.
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Titchfield Haven National Nature Reserve
Cliff RoadTitchfield Nature Reserve: https://www.hants.gov.uk/thingstodo/countryparks/titchfield
Next to Hillhead Beach is a nationally renowned nature reserve, at the mouth of the River Meon, on the shores of the Solent, near Fareham in Hampshire. There is a café and a lovely place to sit and watch the boats and wander around the nature reserve with an interesting bird life.