We're football crazy at New Forest Cottages

The World Cup is just about to kick off and here at New Forest Cottages we have our own dedicated ‘team’ ready to take your booking.  It is always our ‘goal’ to offer first class service, offering high standards in properties and customer care.  Why not book one of our properties ranging from quaint thatched cottages to luxury apartments and then just sit back and enjoy the football.

Our properties within the New Forest will not only give you a great base to explore the forest and coast but also provide television and somewhere comfy to sit, where you can watch or record the match of your choice.  Many of the properties we offer are in walking distance of a local pub, where you can soak up the atmosphere and enjoy a drink or two ….just try not to get shown the ‘red card’!

And if that isn’t enough to tempt you…many of our properties are offering special offer discounts for June and July bookings!

But if you want to get away from the football (for just a while) you may be interested in one of the many events that are taking place in the New Forest during the World Cup.

Paws for a Walk – Sponsored Dog Walk at The Crown Stirrup in Lyndhurst
Saturday 21^st June  10am – 4pm
Join the sponsored walk in aid of Hearing Dogs.  It is an easy to follow, beautiful woodland walk, with a BBQ and pub food available when you’ve finished…and maybe catch some of the Argentina v Iran match!

Walk the Smugglers Trail
Wednesday 25^th June  9.30am – 1pm
This 5.5 mile walk starts and finishes near The Queens Head pub in Burley.  The route follows the trails used by New Forest Smugglers during the 18^th Century and skirts the South of Burley Village, crossing Cranes Moor and climbing Castle Hill.  And after all of that you will probably need a rest, a drink and maybe a spot of lunch….and you’ll still be back in time to watch the evening matches!

Beer & Cider Festival at The Hare & Hounds, Sway
Friday 4^th – Sunday 6^th July
Enjoy 3 days of beer, cider, music and hog roast at a very popular pub on the outskirts of Sway village, which is within walking distance of open Forest.

So don’t sit on the side-line during the World Cup…come and stay with us in the fabulous New Forest!

Written by Cathy Marshall 

Enjoy Father's Day in the New Forest

With Father’s day less than a week away there are a host of ideas within the New Forest, where you can share a special day out with your Dad. Enjoy the great events the New Forest has this Father’s Day and make the most of the weekend with a short breaks in one of our New Forest Cottages. Below is a list of events happening across the weekend to ensure you make the most of your time here.

Custom & Hot Rod Festival
Sunday 15^th June
If you are interested in custom cars, The National Motor Museum in Beaulieu are presenting The Biggest and Best Custom & Hot Rod Show in the South!  The whole family can enjoy a colourful display of hundreds of custom cars and motor cycle’s.  Throughout the day you will be able to enjoy live music, ride on dodgems and soak up the atmosphere.  The show is open from 10.00 until 17.00.  There will be something for all the family to enjoy.

Longdown Activity Farm – Dad’s go Free!
Sunday 15^th June
Animals are also in the spotlight for father’s Day!  Dads go FREE at Longdown Activity Farm.  The farm is offering free of charge entry for Dad’s on their special day.  Come along and meet a number of cows, goats, pigs, ponies and donkeys.  You can spend the day feeding the animals, making the most of the indoor and outdoor play areas and even try out the pedal go-karts and tractors!  And after all that excitement you can retreat to the Tea Room for a well-deserved cuppa. The Farm is open from 10.00 until 17.00 daily.



The Great Burley Picnic
Sunday 15^th June
For the first time ever the Great Burley Picnic is taking place in Burley Park between 11.00 and 17.00.  You can enjoy the local picnic fare from the many Burley and New Forest Stalls or bring your own picnic.  During the day there will be activities for children, live music from several bands and you can browse around the craft stands.  Remember to bring your own picnic rugs and chairs!

Father’s Day Beer Festival at Rhinefield House Hotel
Sunday 15^th June
If having a pint is more your style The Rhinefield House Hotel has organised a Father’s Day Beer Festival.  The event will be held on their terrace and will be attended by several local Breweries.  Enjoy local beer and ciders and maybe a spot of lunch.

And don’t forget there are plenty of pubs across the New Forest with some fantastic local produce on their menu so why not treat Dad this father’s day to a slap up meal.

However you decide to spend your father’s day….let’s hope the sun shines and a good time is had by all.