| New Forest Museum and Visitor Centre
Main car park, High Street, Lyndhurst.
Tel: 023 80 283914/283444
For any visitor to the New Forest, a trip to
the New Forest Museum is a must! Explore the
exhibition that brings to life the Forest's
history, traditions and wildlife. Find out how the
Forest came into existence and much more. Includes
the New Forest Embroidery and Gift Shop
specialising in local crafts.
National
Motor Museum
Palace House and Abbey Ruins, Beaulieu.
Tel: 01590 612345
There's lots to discover and enjoy including
Palace House and Gardens set on the banks of the
Beaulieu River in the incomparable New Forest
scenery. The peaceful beauty of Beaulieu Abbey
where you can sense the tranquility and discover
how the Cistercian monks lived in the 13th
Century. The National Motor Museum with its
priceless collection of over 250 oldest, newest,
slowest and fastest motorcars and motorcycles from
British Motoring history - plus some rare
oddities.
Bucklers Hard
Nr Beaulieu
Tel: 01590 616203
This historic village, on the banks of the
Beaulieu River, is where ships for Nelson's fleet
were built. The Museum reflects this shipbuilding
tradition and the cottage displays recreate 18th
century life.
Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum
New Milton
Tel: 01425 620777
The World's most interesting Motor Cycle Museum
with 200 machines. Some are the only surviving
ones in the World. The Racing collection is of
exceptional interest with the opportunity to see
these wonderful World Record Breaking Bikes and
their history. The 4 cylinder supercharged 500c.c.
AJS, DKW, NSU, etc.
Breamore House & Museum
Tel: 01725 512468
Enjoy the country experience at Breamore and
see the Elizabethan Manor House in the Tudor
Village. Here the visitor is taken back to when a
community was self-sufficient.
Eling Tide Mill
near Totton
Tel: 023 8086 9575
See natural tide power harnessed in the only
surviving tide mill still producing wholemenal
flour in a centuries-old tradition. Founded over
900 years ago. Free Parking, giftshop with
stoneground flour for sale, neighbouring Heritage
Centre with cafe, walks through Eling village to
Saxon Church and Southampton Water.
The Doll Museum, Fordingbridge
Tel: 01425 652450
Collection includes 150 dolls wax and bisque,
French, German and English circa 1835+. See owner
Daphne Gordon's superb Diana, Elizabeth Taylor,
Phantom etc. 1825 doll dress from Lord Nelson's
family. Romantic candlelit dinner with the dolls
can be arranged for min 4 to max 10 guests,
booking essential. Coffee, delicious cream teas.
Totton and Eling Heritage Centre
Totton.
Tel: (023) 8066 6339
Walk through the history of Totton and Eling
from the Stone Age to the Second World War.
Tableaux, panels and artefacts - including a 3000
year old dagger - bring the story of the area to
life. Also includes temporary exhibitions and a
cafe, and is adjacent to the unique Eling Tide
Mill.
Calshot Castle
Calshot
Tel: 023 8089 2023
Whilst on the coast, visit one of Henry VIII's
monuments that line the Solent. Calshot Castle
depicts history from Tudor times to WWII.
Hurst Castle
Milford-on-Sea
Tel: 01590 642344
At the end of Hurst Spit near Milford-on-Sea
lies Hurst Castle, which offers beautiful
panoramic views of the Solent.
Rockbourne
Roman Villa
Nr Fordingbridge, Hampshire
Tel: 01725 518541
Set in idyllic countryside, the remains of the
largest known Roman villa in the area are
accompanied by a modern museum displaying
fascinating excavated objects, together with a
well-stocked museum shop.
St Barbe Museum & Art Gallery
New Street Lymington Hampshire
Tel: 01590 676969
St Barbe Museum, Lymington tells the
fascinating story of the New Forest coastal area.
This colouful new museum has lots to see and do to
delight visitors of all ages. Take a stroll back
to yeteryear in the Timeline Gallery. Fidn out who
lived and worked "By Sea and Forest Enchanted".
Interactive activities, artefacts and infomation
illustrate themes like boat building, salt making
and smuggling. High quality exhibitions in the art
gallery have included Picasso, Lucy Kemp-Welch and
Heywood Sumner.
Highcliffe Castle Visitor Centre & Tea Rooms
Rothesay Drive Lymington Road Highcliffe Dorset
Tel: 01425 278807
Grade I listed building repaired externally,
once the home of Lord Stuart de Rothesay,
containing unique mediaeval stonework, set within
cliff-top grounds.
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Lyndhurst Visitor
Information Centre
Main Car Park, High Street, Lyndhurst
SO43 7NY
Tel: 023 8028 2269
For any visitor to the New
Forest, a trip to the Lyndhurst Visitor
Information Centre is a must! A wide range of
leaflets and brochures are available.
Theme Parks
Paultons
Park
Nr Cadnam Ower near Romsey
Tel: 023 8081 4455
A day out to remember for all the family!
Such a variety of things to see and do - ride
the thrilling Log Flume, explore Dinosaurland,
spin the Teacup Ride, see exotic birds in
beautiful gardens, step into the past in
Romany Experience. Plenty for youngsters -
Tiny Tots Town, Kids Kingdom, animated nursery
rhymes, children's rides...and loads more!
Restaurants, picnic areas, Mother's Room, Baby
Changing Facilities, Shops.
Alice In Wonderland Family Park
Opposite Bournemouth Airport Christchurch
Dorset
Tel: 01202 483444
Delightful 7 acre adventure park especially
appealing to younger children. Themed on the
timeless Alice Stories and parks rides and
attractions together with the twice daily
panto-style show performed by Alice and her
friends, make for a perfect day out.
Swimming and Water
Parks
New Forest Water Park
near Ringwood
Tel: 01425 656868
Great fun for the whole family. Learn to
waterski, jetski or experience and exciting
aquaride. The Water Park offers full changing
facilities, bar, food and balcony overlooking
the lake. (Sorry no picnics).
Swimming pools at New Milton
Tel: 01425 617441
Ringwood Recreation Centre
Tel: 01425 478813
Lymington Recreation Centre
Tel: 01590 670333
Gardens
Exbury
Gardens
Tel: 02380 891203
Discover Exbury Gardens, where the world
famous displays of rhododendrons and azaleas
are a delight for the senses. The 200 acre
grounds offer ample seating, picnic space and
fantastic Spring, Summer and Autumn colours.
Other attractions include a plant centre, gift
shop and catering facilities to help you enjoy
your visit.
Furzey Gardens
Minstead Nr Lyndhurst, Hampshire
Tel: 023 80 812464
Nestling in picturesque Minstead this
delightful, informal garden was established in
1922 and boasts all year round interest and
colour. Extensive views over the New Forest
and ample seating make this an excellent
picnic venue with a lake, restored 16th
century cottage, large well-stocked art and
craft galleries, children's play log cabins
and adjacent nursery shop.
Braxton Gardens
Braxton Courtyard Lymore Lane
Tel: 01590 642008
Attractive courtyard, pool and walled herb
garden set around Victorian barns. Plant
centre and gift shop. Farm walks to Keyhaven
and Hurst Castle.
Animal Attractions
The
New Forest Otter & Owl Centre
Deerleap Lane, Longdown Ashurst, Southampton,
SO40 4UH Here
Tel: 023 80 292408
Set in 25 acres of ancient forest woodland,
you will find part of Europe's largest
collection of multi-specied otters, owls and
othe indigenous wildlife. Wander along the
Forest walks and experience the close exciting
proximity of this world of otters, owls, deer,
badgers, foxes and many native species in near
natural surroundings. Picnic areas, tearoom
and wildlife souvenir warehouse. Free car
park.
The New Forest Badger Watch
Tel: 01425 403412
The New Forest Badger Watch is undoubtedly
a unique experience. Watch these mysterious
animals from a glass-walled hide with
guaranteed close sightings. Places are limited
and must be booked in advance.
Long Down Dairy Farm
Long Down, Ashurst Nr. Southampton
Tel: 023 80 293326
A wonderful opportunity to get close to
lots of friendly farm animals - from piglets
to chicks, from goats to cows, and many, many
more. Visitors can touch and feed many of the
residents, watch the afternoon milking from
our viewing gallery and learn about modern
farming methods. Extensive play and picnic
areas, refreshment kiosk and free car parking.
Marwell Zoo
Colden Common Winchester SO21 1JH
Tel: 01962 777407
A fabulous day - rare wildlife in a
beautiful setting! Family tickets available.
Miscellaneous
Pony Sales
Beaulieu Road Beaulieu Hampshire
Tel: 01590 689000
The pony sales happen in the forest at
various times of the year and are a sight to
be seen. Many buyers come from all over the
country to purchase a lovely New Forest Pony
for their stable. Further information can also
be obtained from the Forestry Commission on
Tel: 023 8028 3141
Hythe Marina
Shamrock Way Hythe Hampshire
Tel: 023 8084 9263 210
Marina berths surrounded by character homes
and a village square with shops, offices,
restaurants, brasserie and chandlery.
Ask at the Tourist Information Office
for guided walks with Forestry Commission
Wardens through the Forest. |
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