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Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway
Address: Exbury, Southampton SO45 1AF
About: Exbury Gardens is a perfect display of the natural beauty in and around the New Forest. This 200 acre garden is practically bursting at the seams with horticultural excellence - the family will love exploring each new delight across the site. Exbury Gardens is also home to a working steam train that travels on a 1.5 mile 'Rhododendron Line', allowing passengers to see the beauty of the Gardens with ease.
Amenities: All this exploring can be hungry work - why not stop for a coffee and some food. Exbury Gardens is home to 'Mr Eddy's Restaurant' AND The Old Tennis Courts Cafe. There are so many options for a delicious meal that will please even the most pickiest of eaters.
Price: Adult (16+) Garden Admission - £15.30 Child (3-15) Garden Admission - £5.85
Adult Train Ticket - £6.30 Child Train Ticket - £6.30 (Please note that cash is not accepted onsite)
Beaulieu National Motor Museum
Address: John Montagu Building, Beaulieu, Brockenhurst SO42 7ZN
About: A jewel in the New Forest's crown is Beaulieu National Motor Museum. Take a trip through time with Beaulieu's collection of over 280 cars some dating back to the 1890s and stretches right back to present day! From vintage cars to on-screen vehicles, there is something for everyone at Beaulieu. Why not take a trip on the 'Skytrain' and see the beautiful grounds that surround you! On your mark, get set, GO!
Amenities: If you're in need of a pit-stop, why not relax at the Brabazon Restaurant and Coffee Shop which strive to use produce that are sourced from the British Isles or from Beaulieu Gardens themselves!
Price: Adult - £27.00 Child (5-16) - £15.50
Hockey's Farm Shop and Cafe
Address: South Gorley, Fordingbridge SP6 2PW
About: Hockey's Farmshop and Cafe is a perfect way to see the vibrant New Forest community. This family-owned farmshop strives to support the local farms and businesses by only stocking locally-sourced produce from artisanal cheese to locally brewed beer and wine. Take a look around and bring home a slice of the New Forest. The farm is also home to some furry friends such as alpacas and donkeys that will make this a wonderful experience for the whole family!
Amenities: If you're in the mood for a brew, why not stop in the farm cafe that is known for its delightful cream teas and hearty breakfasts. All food is freshly prepared on site, making each plate a dedication to how important good produce is to cooking.
Price: FREE entry
Moors Valley Country Park
Address: Horton Rd, Ashley Heath, Ringwood BH24 2ET
About: Moors Valley Country Park is the perfect day for the whole family! With over 500 acres of woodland, this country park is full of New Forest scenic beauty with new surprises around the corner. The kids will love the Stick Man Trail, based on the picture book by Julia Donaldson, and the many play areas dotted around the park. If walking isn't your thing, the park also offer bike hire and numerous different cycle trails for all abilities! Moors Valley is full of fun activities that will make the perfect day out from a Go-Ape High Ropes course to Adventure Mini Golf - what more could you want!
Amenities: Moors Valley has an array of food kiosks dotted around the site to make sure your next snack is close by. In addition to this, The Barn Cafe, located in the Visitor Centre, is the perfect place for a sweet treat or a delicious coffee to keep you going all day long! If these don't float your boat why not bring a picnic (please note that there are no bins on site for the sake of the wildlife - please take all rubbish home with you, rubbish from purchased items can be taken back to kiosks for disposal)
Price: FREE entry (parking and extra activities charges will apply)
The Pig
Address: Beaulieu Road, Brockenhurst, Hampshire, SO42 7QL
About: If you're looking for good food in the New Forest, The Pig is where to go! This restaurant is nestled in the depth of Hampshire and strives to create simple but delicious food from their home-grown produce. The heart of their resturant is the Kitchen Garden that is bursting at the seams with seasonal fruit and veg, looked after by their own gardeners and Chefs, here the team pick only the best of their crops to serve to their beloved customers. Even the bar staff are given their own plot to grow aromatics for new cocktail infusions. If you're looking for a taste of New Forest, The Pig is definitely the place to go!
Telephone: 01590 622354
New Forest Heritage Centre and Museum
Address: Main Car Park, Lyndhurst SO43 7NY
About: Take a trip through time with New Forest Heritage Centre and Museum where tourists and locals alike, can find out about the New Forest's origin and the story that has lead to its place today! With its new exhibition on conservation, find out about how we can preserve the beauty of the New Forest and the battle against climate change. This is a fun and engaging way to learn more about the beauty and history that surrounds you.
Amenities: Visit the Cafe for a tasty treat and light lunch with all food sourced from local businesses such as River Coffee and New Forest Ice Cream.The centre also has a shop, filled full of New Forest souveniers and locally sourced products, a perfect reminder of your visit!
Price: FREE entry (please not the heritage centre recieves no public funding and is solely reliant on donations)