New Forest Walks

Brockenhurst village:
Explore the village for local souvenirs. Stock up on picnic goods at the excellent bakers and food stores. Or sample some of the excellent restaurants. From time to time you'll see ponies in the streets - and even the occasional cow. And don't forget our unique local landmark, the Watersplash at the bottom of the main shopping street, Brookley Road

From the Hotel
Taster Walk round Brockenhurst: a three mile walk around some of the delightful spots in Brockenhurst taking in the famous 1,000 year old Saxon Church and giving you a chance to sample the local ale at the Foresters. If you must.

The Ornamental Loop:
a 12 mile walk taking in the charming Oak Inn at Bank for a delicious lunch and the stunning Rhinefield House for afternoon tea. Takes you through deer parks. Through the beautiful American Douglas firs and gives you plenty of time to amble through some beautiful forest. Particularly colourful in springtime. Fields of bluebells and fountains of Rhododendrons.

Lydhurst via Standing Hat:
7 or 14 miles. I love the name Standing Hat and wanted to name one of the rooms after this delightful spot but I was outvoted by those who thought it was a silly name. Anyway, this delightful walk is slightly uphill on the way there and down hill most of the way back. You can catch the bus from Lyndhurst home so there is the chance to cheat. Lots of tea shops, pubs and restaurants in Lyndhurst for lunch.

Coastal Walk:
Take the train to Lymington and walk along the coastal walks as far as you feel comfortable. Then just turn around and walk back again.