Places to Visit

Whether you fancy a peaceful walk along the Beaulieu river path taking in the tranquil scenery or enjoying the thrills of the high ropes course at new forest activity’s, Beaulieu is the perfect spot for a great day out.

Recommendations

Eat: The Terrace restaurant draws inspiration from the breath-taking New Forest surroundings. The modern British menu showcases the best of seasonal and local ingredients, resulting in refined dishes like Cured Chalk Stream Trout with pickled cucumber, croutons, and Lyons Hill Farm Beef served with bone marrow mashed potato, garden beans, and Madeira jus.

Sleep: Nestled in the heart of the New Forest, this luxury boutique cottage offers a tranquil and idyllic escape, ideal for those seeking a blend of modern comfort and traditional charm.

Explore: Beaulieu is famous for being the residence of the internationally acclaimed National Motor Museum. Within the museum’s walls, over 280 vehicles are proudly displayed, showcasing iconic motor vehicles from various corners of the globe, including the illustrious Bluebird, which holds numerous records. Both permanent and temporary exhibitions are available, such as the captivating World of Top Gear, which showcases vehicles from the beloved BBC show.

Lyndhurst is known as the “capital” of the New Forest and is a popular tourist destination due to its bustling high street with boutique shops and eateries and the picturesque scenery that envelops the town. Lyndhurst is famous for its thatched cottages, charming streets, and quaint shops. It’s also known for the New Forest Museum, which tells the story of the history, culture and wildlife of the forest, and a 14th-century church. Lyndhurst is popular among walkers and cyclists and serves as a great base for exploring the rest of the New Forest.

Recommendations

Eat: We can’t resist calling in to Forage on the high street for a spot of lunch or why not try the Waterloo Arms for the full cosy country out experience!

Sleep: Forest Acorn offers an exceptional and convenient location, just moments from the heart of Brockenhurst village in the stunning New Forest National Park.

Explore: Enjoy some widow shopping on the high street and then stroll out onto the open forest and take a scenic pew on Bolton’s Bench in the shade of the ancient Yew tree.