Key Features
- Property code: A730
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Direct forest access
- Dishwasher
- Ground floor accommodation
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Gorselands Cottage is a fabulously located holiday home set right within the New Forest National Park. Positioned just a short distance from the quaint village of Burley, the property sits within a large peaceful garden surrounded by woodland.
Gorselands Cottage has been tastefully furnished, with plenty of seating in the lounge focused around the cosy wood burner for those out of season breaks. The dining kitchen offers a sociable space for entertaining, with French doors leading out to the garden. A bedroom with en-suite shower room completes the downstairs accommodation. Upstairs, there are three further bedrooms and a family bathroom, with large walk-in shower and roll top bath.
Outside, the large private garden has a comfortable covered seating area, with rattan corner sofa topped by a wooden arbour offering shade during warm summer days. On leaving the Cottage, there are plenty of walks and cycle tracks to choose from, many with no roads to cross, making it a fantastic base from which to explore all that the New Forest National Park has to offer.
The village of Burley is just a 20 minute walk, with a selection of pubs, cafes and tea rooms to tempt you. There is bicycle hire in the village, as well as horse and wagon rides (seasonal), a cider pantry and well-stocked village store. Further afield, the market towns of Ringwood and Lymington are a short drive away, as are the beaches at Mudeford, HIghcliffe and Milford on Sea.
This thoughtfully-equipped, spacious cottage offers accommodation for up to eight guests and two pets, making it an excellent base from which to explore the New Forest National Park and local coastline of Christchurch Bay and the Solent.
Key Features
- Property code: A730
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Direct forest access
- Dishwasher
- Ground floor accommodation
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Gorselands Cottage is a fabulously located holiday home set right within the New Forest National Park. Positioned just a short distance from the quaint village of Burley, the property sits within a large peaceful garden surrounded by woodland.
Gorselands Cottage has been tastefully furnished, with plenty of seating in the lounge focused around the cosy wood burner for those out of season breaks. The dining kitchen offers a sociable space for entertaining, with French doors leading out to the garden. A bedroom with en-suite shower room completes the downstairs accommodation. Upstairs, there are three further bedrooms and a family bathroom, with large walk-in shower and roll top bath.
Outside, the large private garden has a comfortable covered seating area, with rattan corner sofa topped by a wooden arbour offering shade during warm summer days. On leaving the Cottage, there are plenty of walks and cycle tracks to choose from, many with no roads to cross, making it a fantastic base from which to explore all that the New Forest National Park has to offer.
The village of Burley is just a 20 minute walk, with a selection of pubs, cafes and tea rooms to tempt you. There is bicycle hire in the village, as well as horse and wagon rides (seasonal), a cider pantry and well-stocked village store. Further afield, the market towns of Ringwood and Lymington are a short drive away, as are the beaches at Mudeford, HIghcliffe and Milford on Sea.
This thoughtfully-equipped, spacious cottage offers accommodation for up to eight guests and two pets, making it an excellent base from which to explore the New Forest National Park and local coastline of Christchurch Bay and the Solent.
Entrance door into hallway with stairs to first floor and doors to all rooms.
Lounge with comfortable seating, wood burning stove and Smart TV.
Kitchen/diner with electric range cooker with double oven and grill and gas hob, integrated fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble drier, microwave, cafetiere and electric milk frother, nutri-bullet. Dining table with seating for eight and Smart TV. French doors leading to garden.
Bedroom 1 with king size (5ft) bed, hanging space and under bed storage drawers. En-suite shower room with shower cubicle, basin, WC and heated towel rail.
Stairs from hallway to first floor.
Bedroom 2 with king size (5ft) bed, wardrobe and under bed storage drawers.
Bedroom 3 with twin (3ft) beds, hanging space and under bed storage drawers.
Bedroom 4 with twin (3ft) beds, drawer unit and under bed storage drawers.
Bathroom luxuriously fitted with roll top bath, large walk-in shower, basin, WC and heated towel rail.
French doors open from the dining kitchen onto a gravel pathway which surrounds the property. Steps lead up onto a large lawn, dotted with shrubs, and there is a comfortable decked seating area under a covered wooden arbour along with a large picnic bench.
Nestling in the lea of a hill surrounded by an area of true outstanding natural beauty is the village of Burley. If you love a bit of peace and quiet, Burley holiday cottages provide certainly that with the New Forest right on your doorstep, allowing you to walk straight out on to open heath and moorland. Burley holiday cottages are a perfect destination to explore the New Forest National Park. With ponies and cattle roaming around the village, Burley has remained untouched by time. Visitors will find many tearooms, pubs and shops to keep everyone entertained.
Get Active
For those who love the outdoors, find Forest Leisure Cycling in the centre of the village where you can hire bikes and enjoy a healthy and active day out in the surrounding area of Burley, touching on the Old Railway, with rides for all ages and abilities. Is horse riding your thing? Get in touch with Burley Manor Riding Stables and explore the New Forest on horseback. Alternatively hitch a ride on one of the Burley Wagon Rides, allowing you to see the New Forest at a leisurely pace. The rides start at 12 noon from the Queens Head car park in the village centre.
Witches, Smuggling and Dragons
Witches, smuggling and dragons are part of burley's unique character. During the late 1950's a famous 'White' witch named Sybil Leek lived here. She was often seen walking around the village in a long, black cloak with her pet jackdaw resting on her shoulder. Unfortunately, because her attire fitted the image of a wicked 'black' witch, the locals were upset by her presence and she decided to live in America where she continued writing many books on the occult and astrology, including "Diary of a Witch". One of the gift shops was named by her and has her picture hanging by the old Jacobean fireplace inside.
Private parking through electric gates on gravel driveway at the front and side of the property with space for four cars.
Included: Bed linen and towels (bring own beach towels), gas central heating, electricity, WiFi and logs.
Telephone: Mobile reception variable.
Children: All ages welcome, although no baby equipment is provided.
Pets: Two well behaved dogs welcome. Must be over the age of 1 year old (unless agreed with the owner prior to booking) and dogs must be fully housetrained and well behaved. Please note that there is a standard pet charge of £30 per pet per week.
Bike Storage: Secure within lockable garage.
Bike Hire: New Forest Cycling or Pedall New Forest inclusive cycling, Burley.
No Smoking.
Shops: Local village stores – 5 minute drive, Ringwood – 5 miles
Pubs: The Queens Head, Wathen Bartlett and The White Buck all in Burley.
Restaurants: Burley Manor – 15 minute walk.
Beaches: Highcliffe and Avon Beach - 10 miles (15/20 minutes by car).
Short breaks: Short breaks available from a Monday or a Friday outside of School Holidays.
Changeover: Friday.
Property: Self-catering holiday home.
The Queens Head - Burley
(2 miles)
(34)
If you’re looking for hearty portions of good, honest pub food at reasonable prices, the Queens Head fits the bill. Located in the centre of the village with plenty of parking, the pub is open for breakfasts and meals throughout the day – they also offer a good selection of dishes for vegetarians and vegans. This characterful olde worlde pub is steeped in history and atmosphere with regular live music. There are roaring log fires in the winter months, providing a welcome retreat to warm up after a walk in the forest. Outside there’s plenty of seating for the warmer months. If you’ve brought your dog on holiday, they’ll love this pub’s dedicated dog area with water bowls and doggie biscuits.
Queen's Head, (T: 01425 403423) The Cross, Burley, BH24 4AB
Average food
December 2023
We had two meals here and enjoyed them both. Great vegetarian and vegan options and a good choice of beers. In the centre of Burley and easy to park too.
September 2023
We booked for Sunday Dinner best to book as they get really busy. Food & service good
August 2023
Pleasant atmosphere, staff friendly, average food
May 2023
Very friendly staff but maybe a little under staffed on our visit. Seemed to have run out of some items on the menu and some of the beers on tap. Still what we had was good enough.
October 2022
Nice pub but unable to book successfully for a meal. It appears the chef decides how many people are allowed to eat rather than the manager. Tried to book and the manager said we could be accommodated only to be told that the ‘chef said no’. Didn’t bother going back after that! Clearly happier with empty seats than being busy!
August 2022
We would have loved to have eaten here but the website was rather misleading and that it said we could turn up without booking and eat in the beer garden. Unfortunately when we arrived, we were told that food was only being served inside and that all tables had to be booked. We got a lovely meal at the pub across the road instead.
August 2022
We were disappointed with the quality of the food - they also had a limited menu as some of the kitchen equipment was out of action. But the staff were friendly and attentive.
June 2022
What a super pub, the staff were amazing and helpful, the food I had which was a "special" was delicious (Peri peri chicken 2 ways!), unfortunately my partners beef and ale pie was all pastry (much tooooo thick)! Ale's and wine super, altogether a super evening. As I said staff were super and made our evening.
May 2022
Ate several times during our recent stay in Burley. Food and service excellent on each occasion. Lovely pub and beer garden
May 2022
Great food and drinks. No food served outside. We had to sit inside with the dogs.
May 2022
Excellent meals at a reasonable price. Convivial atmosphere and good service.
November 2021
Great food, with good menu choices
November 2021
The majority of the staff were unfriendly and the manager seemed as if he was doing us a favour by serving us.
September 2021
Lovely food and drink in a peaceful and quirky setting
August 2021
Great food very accommodating for larger group visited a couple of times during our stay in the new forest
August 2021
Local pub with extensive menu. More convenient than enjoyable and overpriced.
August 2021
Good food, service was average
July 2021
Great food and service
June 2021
Lovely food
June 2021
Fantastic Sunday Roast dinner. Fairly standard pub grub available mid week.
June 2021
Food and service were good and Covid restrictions adhered to. Dogs allowed but no water available.
September 2020
We had an early evening drink here, sitting in the garden. Very pleasant, and Covid19 restrictions were well adhered to.
September 2020
Good food & all the staff are fantastic
October 2019
A very friendly, welcoming pub. Nicely furnished, friendly staff. Food was nicely presented, of good quality at a great price. Special offers on certain days. Eg. Pie Wednesday's. Would highly recommend. Dogs welcome.
October 2019
When we stay in Burley this is always our first 'meal out'.
September 2019
Excellent meal, but out of some parts of our meals and did tell us when ordering, felt sorry for them seemed very short staffed but they done well. The property overall needs refurbishment
September 2018
Very nice pub. Good for kids. Great food
April 2018
This was poor - now a Chef and Brewer and not well run (and clearly some dishes just heatde up from frozen) . A very long wait as the owers had underestimated demand for half term lunch - did provide a free round of drinks when we complained though
February 2018
Food good, service appalling
October 2017
Food good but service still far too slow, even when not particularly busy - 30+ minutes (and no dog water bowls or biscuits evident!)
October 2017
A great pub. Food and service were excellent. Staff friendly and helpful. Mixed grill is superb.
October 2017
A lovely pub with good food
September 2017
Good food...nothing wow however service and staff could not have been nicer.
August 2017
The Burley Inn
(2 miles)
(18)
This spacious yet cosy pub overlooking the pretty village of Burley provides the perfect place to relax and sample some of the fine Ringwood ales and ciders, accompanied by a good-value traditional pub meal.
The Burley Inn (T: 01425 403448) Ringwood BH24 4AA
The pub was friendly and welcoming, with a great choice of food which was cooked fresh.
April 2024
Nice atmosphere with Christmas decorations and log fire
December 2023
Lovely pub with good food and selection of beer. Staff are friendly and attentive and you leave the pub full and contented !!
March 2023
One of the places we enjoyed eating at. Slightly cheaper than others we tried but still good.
October 2022
Basic menu but well prepared. Staff friendly and accommodating and make you feel at home. Felt like a local pub and we were treated like locals.
August 2022
Enjoyed meal whilst on holiday in Burley, food and service excellent
May 2022
Staff very friendly and the food was delicious and they are dog friendly.
May 2022
Well organised. Okay food. Allows dogs in all places
May 2022
The food is traditional pub fare but we had a great meal here. It was very reasonably priced and the staff were attentive and friendly.
April 2022
Good food, good service
July 2021
Great service. Friendly staff
April 2021
Hearty meals together with great beer and friendly service.
December 2020
Beer and location were excellent.
September 2020
Had a meal here one evening. Good, honest pub grub. And Covid19 restrictions well adhered to.
September 2020
Staff were fantastic nice place for some good food and a pint
October 2019
Quality of food excellent.
September 2019
We always have at least one meal here when staying in Burley. Very good value .
September 2019
Friendly and welcoming with an area we could take our dogs in and get a meal. Enjoyed our dinner, quite a good, varied menu to choose from. Very well located in the village.
September 2017
Cider Pantry
(2 miles)
(5)
Idyllic rural café complete with pigs, cider presses and geese. The menu features a range of tasty lunchtime options, cream teas, and cakes. Visit the shop inside a former cowshed where you can buy apple juice, preserves, chutneys, brandies and of course homemade cider straight from the barrel.
The Cider Pantry (T: 01425 403589) Burley, Ringwood BH24 4ED
Only had a snack here but enjoyed it Would visit again.
October 2022
Enjoyed breakfast whilst on holiday in Burley. Food was lovely as was service. Really enjoyed sitting in garden whilst eating, Guinea Fowl strolling around whilst we ate was lovely to see.
May 2022
Fantastic outdoor seating areas, great food, loved the outdoor serving pod too.
July 2021
Had a huge cooked breakfast here with amazing cider sausages, thick cut bacon and all the trimmings. Would definitely recommend!
September 2019
We had a very nice brunch here, the food was delicious, would definitely recommend and return if in the area.
June 2017
The White Buck
(3 miles)
(9)
A wonderful pub serving imaginative, well cooked food wit a fast, friendly service. The pub has the décor and ambience of a large country lodge, compete with log fires through the winter months. Huge windows offer views out to a large and beautiful beer garden and terrace. Plenty of space for children to let off steam, and they’ll love the little woodland walk through the trees. Food at The White Buck is beautifully cooked, delicious and creative; and the bar stocks a good selection of beers, ales and wine.
The White Buck, (T: 01425 402264) Burley BH24 4AZ
Reasonable quality food, but small portions and pricey. The setting and ambiance is superb, but better to visit for a glass or two of wine rather than to eat.
March 2023
Friendly staff, dog friendly, good food at reasonable prices, all in all one the best eateries we tried.
October 2022
Good standard of food here. Lovely beer garden and good service.
July 2022
This was so good that we ate there 3 days in a row
October 2021
So good we went back twice.
July 2021
The White Buck managed to squeeze us in as a late booking. Lovely setting. Food was good, service wasn't quite as attentive as we would have liked, but nothing we would complain about.
September 2020
Such a lovely place to have a drink in comfortable, grand surroundings. Staff very friendly.
October 2019
We had a lovely lunch here in the gardens. Most of our group were on a cycling day and we all met up here for lunch. Lovely climbing area for the children too.
September 2019
A great pub serving lovely food complimented by friendly staff. Dogs are welcome and you can also tether your horse up in the car park too! Really delightful setting with plenty of outdoor and indoor seating.
August 2018
The Elm Tree
(3 miles)
(1)
On the outskirts of Ringwood in an area called Hightown is The Elm Tree. It’s a bright spacious pub with large outdoor seating area to the front. Food here is very good. Menus are an extension of traditional pub fare and served in hearty portions, accompanied by a lovely selection of beers, ales and wine.
The Elm Tree (T: 01425 472516) Hightown, Ringwood BH24 3DY
Good Sunday lunch and dog friendly
April 2022
Burley Wagon Rides
(Less than a mile)
(1)
See the New Forest at a leisurely pace on a horse and cart or wagon ride! Get a glimpse of times gone by as you potter down quiet lanes and through villages for 20 minutes, half an hour or an hour. Longer trails take you into forest and woodland, meeting wild ponies, cattle and the two village donkeys!
Click Here for further information
Fabulous carriage ride through Burley. Book in advance as super busy
August 2021
Forest Leisure Cycle Hire
(2 miles)
(13)
The home of cycling in the New Forest National Park, Forest Leisure Cycle Hire has everything you need to explore this natural wonder of the world on two wheels. It is conveniently located close to the huge network of trails that you can take advantage of with free entry to the park, and catering to all ages and abilities.
Click Here for further information
Easy to book; great bikes and miles of cycle routes right from the bike hire shop.
April 2022
Excellent choice of bikes and routes to follow
September 2021
Online booking completed very helpful people to guide us to the right cycle route for children enjoyed our cycle around the new forest
August 2021
Really enjoyed our day on the hired bikes. Bikes in great condition and team very friendly and helpful advising on the best routes to take.
July 2021
Excellent service and suggested local trails.
July 2021
Fantastic way to explore the Forrest. Easy hire and good bikes.
June 2021
Excellent bikes; very swift and efficient hiring process; super-friendly staff. Very impressed indeed
May 2021
Great service.
April 2021
We hired bikes for the day, and were very impressed with the service. Bike hire included helmets, pump, puncture repair kit and a padlock, and we followed one of the recommended trails. All went very smoothly, and we would definitely recommend others to hire bikes from here.
September 2020
Friendly staff very helpful
October 2019
Brilliant service and very efficient. Great value for money and the cycle routs provided suit all levels.
June 2018
Excellent! Very friendly service
February 2018
Great day out, great service from polite and helpful staff. A must if you are staying in the new forest.
August 2017
New Forest Deer Safari
(2 miles)
(1)
Few things are as magic as seeing the majestic deer in its natural habitat, and the New Forest Deer Safari brings you exactly that. On a unique 30 minute safari ride by tractor and trailer through Burley Park, you can see the Red Deer and their calves at close range - learn and be inspired.
Click Here for further information
Amazing experience!! We were a group of four adults and three young children looking for something to do on a rainy Sunday. We found the Deer Safari and thought it looked incredible... it did not disappoint. Our guide was so knowledgeable and put in so much effort even though no one else turned up for the safari. We got to hand feed the deer from the trailer and see one of the stags swimming across the lake! I cannot recommend this enough. Beautiful.
September 2019
Liberty's Owl, Raptor & Reptile Centre
(3 miles)
(3)
Get up close to owls, reptiles and all sorts of creepy crawlies at Liberty’s. Highlights include a wide range of birds of prey on display, daily flying displays in the all-weather indoor flying area or outdoor field, a reptile house with snakes, lizards, and much more! Plus a large free car park, and a café and gift shop.
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We took the grandchildren here and had a great morning with them. There was lots to see, there was plenty of accessible information for the girls and the flying display was great!
June 2022
Plenty of birds to see , look well kept . Good bird display , told you a lot about the birds that he flew. Interesting reptile centre. Had a nice Tea and lemon drizzle cake. Well worth a visit
June 2022
Despite the weather had a terrific outing. Wonderful birds, knowledgeable staff.
August 2020
Avon Tyrell Outdoor Activity Centre
(3 miles)
An outdoor activity centre that gets kids and young adults active, Avon Tyrell Outdoor Activity Centre is a chance to experience, learn and develop, whilst having fun at the same time. fly down a zip wire or learn about conservation, the great outdoors is your classroom as you learn about the wonders of our world.
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Highcliffe Beach
(8 miles)
Highcliffe beach, beneath the popular Cliffhanger Restaurant is a part sandy, part pebble beach. The beach has sloping access as well as steps down to the shore from the pay and display clifftop car park. To the east, Highcliffe beach towards Barton on Sea is a part sandy beach at the foot of the second most eroded cliff in England. This side of the beach is dog-friendly all year. However do check the tide times as high tide can make it difficult to walk along the beach.
To the west towards Highcliffe Castle beach, the promenade leads across the top of the small beaches inbetween the groynes with views across Christchurch Bay and Hengistbury Head. Groynes 4-8 have dog restrictions as does the promenade during the summer months, May-September.
Highcliffe Castle Beach
(8 miles)
(3)
A picturesque, tree-lined beach of shingle, and sand at low tide. Good facilities on the cliff top including an excellent tea room, public toilets, baby change and a children’s play area in the Castle gardens. Plenty of parking and sloping access down to the beach. Highcliffe Castle beach is dog-friendly all year round.
Very picturesque beach with great access, looks good for a beach day
October 2021
Lovely
April 2019
Lovely clean sandy beach and a really i would highly recommend this spot for your car to break down takes the ouch out of waiting for the recovery truck
April 2017
Barton on Sea
(8 miles)
(2)
A stony beach with sandy areas as the tide goes out, and a great spot to do some fossil hunting. The cliffs are subject to considerable coastal erosion and at times parts of the beach can be cordoned off. The Beachcomber Café on the cliff top is one of the most popular cafés in the region. Plenty of parking in car parks along the cliff top as well as on-road parking.
A pleasant walk along the cliff top and along the beach. There was less cliff than last time we went to the New Forest.
June 2023
Super walk, nice and easy and great place for a meal or tea and cake by the car park.
April 2019
Avon Beach
(8 miles)
(2)
A family friendly beach close to Mudeford and Christchurch Harbour with plenty to do for all. For those with disabilities or small children there is a beach level carpark, and to keep everyone safe there is a designated bathing area and a seperate area allocated for watersports, all overseen by lifeguards in the summer months. This pretty sand and shingle beach is backed by trees and countryside and if you fancy some fresh local seafood or simply a coffee, ice cream or a cold drink, the beach is home to the excellent Noisy Lobster, serving breakfast, lunch and supper all year round.
Nice beach with good facilities
April 2023
Beautiful beach, lots of sand for youngsters- definitely been high on our favourites list, for more than 30 years and still is now the 'children' are nearly 30! - well worth the drive from New Forest. The Noisy Lobster is great and now has an 'outdoor upstairs' too. The Beach Cafe, half-way along, is excellent too- used to do very good carrot cake! The connecting beach towards Steamer Point is dog-friendly all year which is a bonus. Walking to the quay end, you can catch the ferry to Hengistbury Head which is beautiful beach too and often quieter (top favourite!) Even this last week (JULY 2021) the 'kids' wanted to crab-fish from Mudeford Quay!!
August 2021
Mudeford Sandbank
(9 miles)
(3)
This is one of the most scenic of New Forest beaches. Lined with some of the most picturesque and expensive beach huts in the country! There’s no parking next to the beach, as it’s a traffic-free zone, but there’s pay and display parking at Hengistbury Head from where you can catch a little train to the sandbank, and Mudeford Quay which runs a small ferry (5 mins) over to the sandbank. Can also be reached on foot and by bicycle.
This is a holiday must. A short ferry out to amazing beach makes for a great day out.
September 2022
As usual, stunning. 4 ferries but sadly the Land train not running although according to their web site they were. Always visit when in the area
September 2020
Beautiful place, our favourite beach in south of England. It feels like an island, when you go over on the ferry and at times (off-season!) on sunny days it can feel like a little piece of Heaven, it's so peaceful and beautiful- bit of a sense of New England. There's a super little 'restaurant', the Beach Hut, which does great breakfasts, meals all day and some evenings. Also takeaway eg pizzas, you can eat on the beach. Very simple surroundings, with a sheltered veranda that can be uncovered in fine weather, and amazing views. Quite pricey and often very busy (and you are best to ring and check opening times and book since often weather and ferry-dependant) but the quality of the food and those stunning views make it more than worthwhile!
March 2018
April 2024
We have had a fabulous week at Gorselands Cottage. The cottage is beautiful and the beds are so comfy! What a fantastic setting and beautiful garden. We made the best of our week despite the weather! Lovely walks and saw lots of red squirrels on Brownsea Island. We also had a fabulous day at Exbury Gardens. The log burner was much appreciated and very cosy. Thank you so much, we will definitely be back!
April 2024
We've had a lovely week at Gorselands, it's been very comfortable and cosy, especially with the roaring fire! We love the garden and the easy access to the forest. We enjoyed watching the birds and squirrels in the garden - we were pleased to spot a goldcrest this morning. A very peaceful spot for a week's break - we really hope to be back next year.
January 2024
We loved our stay at Gorselands. We were there for Christmas it was such a great cottage in a lovely location.
December 2023
The house is in such a beautiful location and is really well equipped. The log burner and supply of logs made for memorable evenings.
September 2023
The house was so clean and comfortable and the location perfect for family meals and relaxation especially after a day's exploration of this magical area.
September 2023
Please refer to my previous review - I meant to give the property five stars but messed up the 'bar' rating. Everything was perfect (even the weather!)
August 2023
Blessed with a warm and sunny week in the New Forest. It was a week of total relaxation. We all enjoyed various walks from the house and enjoyed seeing the wild ponies walking past. House was clean upon arrival and the beds comfortable. A very enjoyable week making more family memories.
August 2023
Two fantastic weeks in a beautiful house. Great local walks and brilliant ice cream shops in Burley. Can recommend The Cliff House, Wagon Rides at Burley (need to book), Go Ape at Moors Valley and a superb car boot nearby. A fantastic family holiday. Thank you to the owners for all their help.
May 2023
Best property we have ever stayed in - Stunning!
May 2023
Wonderful stay would highly recommend
April 2023
We really enjoyed our stay at Gorselands. It is such a lovely house and so peaceful which was perfect for our relaxing getaway. The garden is lovely and perfect for our games of cricket. We had a few visits from the horses which was great! A very well equipped house in a beautiful area. Thank you Paul, we hope to return again.
April 2023
We absolutely love this cottage and are sorry to be leaving. 6 adults and 2 dogs all very happy here, very peaceful. Beautiful house, well equipped kitchen and lovely garden to relax and play with our furry friends. We are very familiar with the area and coming back again. Didn't disappoint. Thoroughly recommend! Thank you.
February 2023
Very lovely place and super helpful owners and we had a fantastic few days. The location for cycling is great and we lit the fire every night.
December 2022
Beautiful, well equipped, comfortable house in a lovely setting. We would definitely return.
November 2022
Smashing week in the New Forest. Wonderful walks from the house. Very comfortable accommodation, very well equipped. We all had a fantastic week with amazing weather.
November 2022
Had a lovely week, weather has been good, accommodation has been very good. Had lovely bike rides and walks from the cottage. Been out for a hack around the new forest, highly recommend Bagnum Equestrian Centre. Sad to go home as had a lovely holiday.
November 2022
It really was the perfect house and equipped to a really high standard.
October 2022
We spent a week in this wonderful house. The location was perfect for lovely walks in the New Forest without having to drive. It was very peaceful with only ponies coming to say hello over the fence. The house had everything you could possibly need. It's also close to the coast with Avon Beach only 20 minute drive. We had a very relaxing stay and would love to return in the near future.
October 2022
We are hoping to return to Gorselands early next year. Thank you.
September 2022
The house was wonderful. Fantastic location and setting and beautifully furnished. Garden was ideal for our dog and the gazebo great for our early evening gin and tonic. We saw the white doe on the track outside, and a pony "drift" just a few miles away on one of our numerous bike rides. This was a perfect holiday for us and we will definitely be back.
September 2022
Superb cottage, beautifully clean and excellently equipped. Really good quantity and quality of kitchen equipment, beds and bedding really good, comfy sofas - felt like home straight away. Lovely big enclosed garden, perfect for the dog and for watching the new forest wild animals! Great location for dog walking in the forest and a short drive to the beach. Whole booking and arrival ever so straightforward and good instructions on site. Highly recommend a stay here, we had a super week.
September 2022
We had a lovely stay at Gorselands cottage. It's clear the owners really care about providing top class accommodation and ensuring we had everything we need. The property is extremely dog friendly, where the electronic gates mean we could leave all the doors open in the hote weather and our dog could roam around the garden and drive area knowing he was safe. Top quality furnishings and a cracking location, we will definitely be returning.
September 2022
We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Gorselands Cottage. The house is beautiful and the kids absolutely loved exploring the garden. What a fantastic location. We look forward to returning in the near future.
September 2022
We had a wonderful stay, the house and garden is wonderful. Everything is so accessible and we had lots of great days in the New Forest. We hope to return soon.
July 2022
Fantastic property for relaxation and perfect location to explore the New Forest. Kids loved exploring all the different spaces inside and out and enjoyed the games provided. Great outdoor area and the house was extremely well presented/maintained. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
July 2022
‘Gorselands Cottage’: we really loved this place – a great find. We very much enjoyed this beautifully calm and well-equipped modern cottage/house. Although it was situated deep in the New Forest, it was still close to the pretty and tasteful village of Burley. It had plenty of accommodation for our party of six, (can take eight) and the large garden allowed for the children to run around while Grandma sipped wine in the covered outdoor space where supper was to be served. We also on another night ate at the nearby White Buck Hotel and Restaurant – excellent and child friendly. The local bike hire shop catered for all of us; children, serious mountain bikers and electric bikes. Everyone we met was kind and helpful. This is probably the best 'get away from it all', place I have ever been to and hopefully we will be able to return in the not-too-distant future. Auriel Gibson (and family). PS; The children were delighted to have to stop for horses in the middle of the road!
May 2022
We had a superb week at Gorselands Cottage in May. As a keen cyclist the location was perfect and the accommodation was impeccable. We found this cottage fabulously well equipped and spotless. We’ll definitely be back!
May 2022
Superb getaway in a quiet corner of the new forest. Really well equipped with everything you need for a fantastic, hassle-free week away with friends. Hope to be back soon!
April 2024
We have had a fabulous week at Gorselands Cottage. The cottage is beautiful and the beds are so comfy! What a fantastic setting and beautiful garden. We made the best of our week despite the weather! Lovely walks and saw lots of red squirrels on Brownsea Island. We also had a fabulous day at Exbury Gardens. The log burner was much appreciated and very cosy. Thank you so much, we will definitely be back!
April 2024
We've had a lovely week at Gorselands, it's been very comfortable and cosy, especially with the roaring fire! We love the garden and the easy access to the forest. We enjoyed watching the birds and squirrels in the garden - we were pleased to spot a goldcrest this morning. A very peaceful spot for a week's break - we really hope to be back next year.
January 2024
We loved our stay at Gorselands. We were there for Christmas it was such a great cottage in a lovely location.
December 2023
The house is in such a beautiful location and is really well equipped. The log burner and supply of logs made for memorable evenings.
September 2023
The house was so clean and comfortable and the location perfect for family meals and relaxation especially after a day's exploration of this magical area.
September 2023
Please refer to my previous review - I meant to give the property five stars but messed up the 'bar' rating. Everything was perfect (even the weather!)
August 2023
Blessed with a warm and sunny week in the New Forest. It was a week of total relaxation. We all enjoyed various walks from the house and enjoyed seeing the wild ponies walking past. House was clean upon arrival and the beds comfortable. A very enjoyable week making more family memories.
August 2023
Two fantastic weeks in a beautiful house. Great local walks and brilliant ice cream shops in Burley. Can recommend The Cliff House, Wagon Rides at Burley (need to book), Go Ape at Moors Valley and a superb car boot nearby. A fantastic family holiday. Thank you to the owners for all their help.
May 2023
Best property we have ever stayed in - Stunning!
May 2023
Wonderful stay would highly recommend
April 2023
We really enjoyed our stay at Gorselands. It is such a lovely house and so peaceful which was perfect for our relaxing getaway. The garden is lovely and perfect for our games of cricket. We had a few visits from the horses which was great! A very well equipped house in a beautiful area. Thank you Paul, we hope to return again.
April 2023
We absolutely love this cottage and are sorry to be leaving. 6 adults and 2 dogs all very happy here, very peaceful. Beautiful house, well equipped kitchen and lovely garden to relax and play with our furry friends. We are very familiar with the area and coming back again. Didn't disappoint. Thoroughly recommend! Thank you.
February 2023
Very lovely place and super helpful owners and we had a fantastic few days. The location for cycling is great and we lit the fire every night.
December 2022
Beautiful, well equipped, comfortable house in a lovely setting. We would definitely return.
November 2022
Smashing week in the New Forest. Wonderful walks from the house. Very comfortable accommodation, very well equipped. We all had a fantastic week with amazing weather.
November 2022
Had a lovely week, weather has been good, accommodation has been very good. Had lovely bike rides and walks from the cottage. Been out for a hack around the new forest, highly recommend Bagnum Equestrian Centre. Sad to go home as had a lovely holiday.
November 2022
It really was the perfect house and equipped to a really high standard.
October 2022
We spent a week in this wonderful house. The location was perfect for lovely walks in the New Forest without having to drive. It was very peaceful with only ponies coming to say hello over the fence. The house had everything you could possibly need. It's also close to the coast with Avon Beach only 20 minute drive. We had a very relaxing stay and would love to return in the near future.
October 2022
We are hoping to return to Gorselands early next year. Thank you.
September 2022
The house was wonderful. Fantastic location and setting and beautifully furnished. Garden was ideal for our dog and the gazebo great for our early evening gin and tonic. We saw the white doe on the track outside, and a pony "drift" just a few miles away on one of our numerous bike rides. This was a perfect holiday for us and we will definitely be back.
September 2022
Superb cottage, beautifully clean and excellently equipped. Really good quantity and quality of kitchen equipment, beds and bedding really good, comfy sofas - felt like home straight away. Lovely big enclosed garden, perfect for the dog and for watching the new forest wild animals! Great location for dog walking in the forest and a short drive to the beach. Whole booking and arrival ever so straightforward and good instructions on site. Highly recommend a stay here, we had a super week.
September 2022
We had a lovely stay at Gorselands cottage. It's clear the owners really care about providing top class accommodation and ensuring we had everything we need. The property is extremely dog friendly, where the electronic gates mean we could leave all the doors open in the hote weather and our dog could roam around the garden and drive area knowing he was safe. Top quality furnishings and a cracking location, we will definitely be returning.
September 2022
We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Gorselands Cottage. The house is beautiful and the kids absolutely loved exploring the garden. What a fantastic location. We look forward to returning in the near future.
September 2022
We had a wonderful stay, the house and garden is wonderful. Everything is so accessible and we had lots of great days in the New Forest. We hope to return soon.
July 2022
Fantastic property for relaxation and perfect location to explore the New Forest. Kids loved exploring all the different spaces inside and out and enjoyed the games provided. Great outdoor area and the house was extremely well presented/maintained. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
July 2022
‘Gorselands Cottage’: we really loved this place – a great find. We very much enjoyed this beautifully calm and well-equipped modern cottage/house. Although it was situated deep in the New Forest, it was still close to the pretty and tasteful village of Burley. It had plenty of accommodation for our party of six, (can take eight) and the large garden allowed for the children to run around while Grandma sipped wine in the covered outdoor space where supper was to be served. We also on another night ate at the nearby White Buck Hotel and Restaurant – excellent and child friendly. The local bike hire shop catered for all of us; children, serious mountain bikers and electric bikes. Everyone we met was kind and helpful. This is probably the best 'get away from it all', place I have ever been to and hopefully we will be able to return in the not-too-distant future. Auriel Gibson (and family). PS; The children were delighted to have to stop for horses in the middle of the road!
May 2022
We had a superb week at Gorselands Cottage in May. As a keen cyclist the location was perfect and the accommodation was impeccable. We found this cottage fabulously well equipped and spotless. We’ll definitely be back!
May 2022
Superb getaway in a quiet corner of the new forest. Really well equipped with everything you need for a fantastic, hassle-free week away with friends. Hope to be back soon!
The Queens Head - Burley
(2 miles)
(34)
If you’re looking for hearty portions of good, honest pub food at reasonable prices, the Queens Head fits the bill. Located in the centre of the village with plenty of parking, the pub is open for breakfasts and meals throughout the day – they also offer a good selection of dishes for vegetarians and vegans. This characterful olde worlde pub is steeped in history and atmosphere with regular live music. There are roaring log fires in the winter months, providing a welcome retreat to warm up after a walk in the forest. Outside there’s plenty of seating for the warmer months. If you’ve brought your dog on holiday, they’ll love this pub’s dedicated dog area with water bowls and doggie biscuits.
Queen's Head, (T: 01425 403423) The Cross, Burley, BH24 4AB
Average food
December 2023
We had two meals here and enjoyed them both. Great vegetarian and vegan options and a good choice of beers. In the centre of Burley and easy to park too.
September 2023
We booked for Sunday Dinner best to book as they get really busy. Food & service good
August 2023
Pleasant atmosphere, staff friendly, average food
May 2023
Very friendly staff but maybe a little under staffed on our visit. Seemed to have run out of some items on the menu and some of the beers on tap. Still what we had was good enough.
October 2022
Nice pub but unable to book successfully for a meal. It appears the chef decides how many people are allowed to eat rather than the manager. Tried to book and the manager said we could be accommodated only to be told that the ‘chef said no’. Didn’t bother going back after that! Clearly happier with empty seats than being busy!
August 2022
We would have loved to have eaten here but the website was rather misleading and that it said we could turn up without booking and eat in the beer garden. Unfortunately when we arrived, we were told that food was only being served inside and that all tables had to be booked. We got a lovely meal at the pub across the road instead.
August 2022
We were disappointed with the quality of the food - they also had a limited menu as some of the kitchen equipment was out of action. But the staff were friendly and attentive.
June 2022
What a super pub, the staff were amazing and helpful, the food I had which was a "special" was delicious (Peri peri chicken 2 ways!), unfortunately my partners beef and ale pie was all pastry (much tooooo thick)! Ale's and wine super, altogether a super evening. As I said staff were super and made our evening.
May 2022
Ate several times during our recent stay in Burley. Food and service excellent on each occasion. Lovely pub and beer garden
May 2022
Great food and drinks. No food served outside. We had to sit inside with the dogs.
May 2022
Excellent meals at a reasonable price. Convivial atmosphere and good service.
November 2021
Great food, with good menu choices
November 2021
The majority of the staff were unfriendly and the manager seemed as if he was doing us a favour by serving us.
September 2021
Lovely food and drink in a peaceful and quirky setting
August 2021
Great food very accommodating for larger group visited a couple of times during our stay in the new forest
August 2021
Local pub with extensive menu. More convenient than enjoyable and overpriced.
August 2021
Good food, service was average
July 2021
Great food and service
June 2021
Lovely food
June 2021
Fantastic Sunday Roast dinner. Fairly standard pub grub available mid week.
June 2021
Food and service were good and Covid restrictions adhered to. Dogs allowed but no water available.
September 2020
We had an early evening drink here, sitting in the garden. Very pleasant, and Covid19 restrictions were well adhered to.
September 2020
Good food & all the staff are fantastic
October 2019
A very friendly, welcoming pub. Nicely furnished, friendly staff. Food was nicely presented, of good quality at a great price. Special offers on certain days. Eg. Pie Wednesday's. Would highly recommend. Dogs welcome.
October 2019
When we stay in Burley this is always our first 'meal out'.
September 2019
Excellent meal, but out of some parts of our meals and did tell us when ordering, felt sorry for them seemed very short staffed but they done well. The property overall needs refurbishment
September 2018
Very nice pub. Good for kids. Great food
April 2018
This was poor - now a Chef and Brewer and not well run (and clearly some dishes just heatde up from frozen) . A very long wait as the owers had underestimated demand for half term lunch - did provide a free round of drinks when we complained though
February 2018
Food good, service appalling
October 2017
Food good but service still far too slow, even when not particularly busy - 30+ minutes (and no dog water bowls or biscuits evident!)
October 2017
A great pub. Food and service were excellent. Staff friendly and helpful. Mixed grill is superb.
October 2017
A lovely pub with good food
September 2017
Good food...nothing wow however service and staff could not have been nicer.
August 2017
The Burley Inn
(2 miles)
(18)
This spacious yet cosy pub overlooking the pretty village of Burley provides the perfect place to relax and sample some of the fine Ringwood ales and ciders, accompanied by a good-value traditional pub meal.
The Burley Inn (T: 01425 403448) Ringwood BH24 4AA
The pub was friendly and welcoming, with a great choice of food which was cooked fresh.
April 2024
Nice atmosphere with Christmas decorations and log fire
December 2023
Lovely pub with good food and selection of beer. Staff are friendly and attentive and you leave the pub full and contented !!
March 2023
One of the places we enjoyed eating at. Slightly cheaper than others we tried but still good.
October 2022
Basic menu but well prepared. Staff friendly and accommodating and make you feel at home. Felt like a local pub and we were treated like locals.
August 2022
Enjoyed meal whilst on holiday in Burley, food and service excellent
May 2022
Staff very friendly and the food was delicious and they are dog friendly.
May 2022
Well organised. Okay food. Allows dogs in all places
May 2022
The food is traditional pub fare but we had a great meal here. It was very reasonably priced and the staff were attentive and friendly.
April 2022
Good food, good service
July 2021
Great service. Friendly staff
April 2021
Hearty meals together with great beer and friendly service.
December 2020
Beer and location were excellent.
September 2020
Had a meal here one evening. Good, honest pub grub. And Covid19 restrictions well adhered to.
September 2020
Staff were fantastic nice place for some good food and a pint
October 2019
Quality of food excellent.
September 2019
We always have at least one meal here when staying in Burley. Very good value .
September 2019
Friendly and welcoming with an area we could take our dogs in and get a meal. Enjoyed our dinner, quite a good, varied menu to choose from. Very well located in the village.
September 2017
Cider Pantry
(2 miles)
(5)
Idyllic rural café complete with pigs, cider presses and geese. The menu features a range of tasty lunchtime options, cream teas, and cakes. Visit the shop inside a former cowshed where you can buy apple juice, preserves, chutneys, brandies and of course homemade cider straight from the barrel.
The Cider Pantry (T: 01425 403589) Burley, Ringwood BH24 4ED
Only had a snack here but enjoyed it Would visit again.
October 2022
Enjoyed breakfast whilst on holiday in Burley. Food was lovely as was service. Really enjoyed sitting in garden whilst eating, Guinea Fowl strolling around whilst we ate was lovely to see.
May 2022
Fantastic outdoor seating areas, great food, loved the outdoor serving pod too.
July 2021
Had a huge cooked breakfast here with amazing cider sausages, thick cut bacon and all the trimmings. Would definitely recommend!
September 2019
We had a very nice brunch here, the food was delicious, would definitely recommend and return if in the area.
June 2017
The White Buck
(3 miles)
(9)
A wonderful pub serving imaginative, well cooked food wit a fast, friendly service. The pub has the décor and ambience of a large country lodge, compete with log fires through the winter months. Huge windows offer views out to a large and beautiful beer garden and terrace. Plenty of space for children to let off steam, and they’ll love the little woodland walk through the trees. Food at The White Buck is beautifully cooked, delicious and creative; and the bar stocks a good selection of beers, ales and wine.
The White Buck, (T: 01425 402264) Burley BH24 4AZ
Reasonable quality food, but small portions and pricey. The setting and ambiance is superb, but better to visit for a glass or two of wine rather than to eat.
March 2023
Friendly staff, dog friendly, good food at reasonable prices, all in all one the best eateries we tried.
October 2022
Good standard of food here. Lovely beer garden and good service.
July 2022
This was so good that we ate there 3 days in a row
October 2021
So good we went back twice.
July 2021
The White Buck managed to squeeze us in as a late booking. Lovely setting. Food was good, service wasn't quite as attentive as we would have liked, but nothing we would complain about.
September 2020
Such a lovely place to have a drink in comfortable, grand surroundings. Staff very friendly.
October 2019
We had a lovely lunch here in the gardens. Most of our group were on a cycling day and we all met up here for lunch. Lovely climbing area for the children too.
September 2019
A great pub serving lovely food complimented by friendly staff. Dogs are welcome and you can also tether your horse up in the car park too! Really delightful setting with plenty of outdoor and indoor seating.
August 2018
The Elm Tree
(3 miles)
(1)
On the outskirts of Ringwood in an area called Hightown is The Elm Tree. It’s a bright spacious pub with large outdoor seating area to the front. Food here is very good. Menus are an extension of traditional pub fare and served in hearty portions, accompanied by a lovely selection of beers, ales and wine.
The Elm Tree (T: 01425 472516) Hightown, Ringwood BH24 3DY
Good Sunday lunch and dog friendly
April 2022
Burley Wagon Rides
(Less than a mile)
(1)
See the New Forest at a leisurely pace on a horse and cart or wagon ride! Get a glimpse of times gone by as you potter down quiet lanes and through villages for 20 minutes, half an hour or an hour. Longer trails take you into forest and woodland, meeting wild ponies, cattle and the two village donkeys!
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Fabulous carriage ride through Burley. Book in advance as super busy
August 2021
Forest Leisure Cycle Hire
(2 miles)
(13)
The home of cycling in the New Forest National Park, Forest Leisure Cycle Hire has everything you need to explore this natural wonder of the world on two wheels. It is conveniently located close to the huge network of trails that you can take advantage of with free entry to the park, and catering to all ages and abilities.
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Easy to book; great bikes and miles of cycle routes right from the bike hire shop.
April 2022
Excellent choice of bikes and routes to follow
September 2021
Online booking completed very helpful people to guide us to the right cycle route for children enjoyed our cycle around the new forest
August 2021
Really enjoyed our day on the hired bikes. Bikes in great condition and team very friendly and helpful advising on the best routes to take.
July 2021
Excellent service and suggested local trails.
July 2021
Fantastic way to explore the Forrest. Easy hire and good bikes.
June 2021
Excellent bikes; very swift and efficient hiring process; super-friendly staff. Very impressed indeed
May 2021
Great service.
April 2021
We hired bikes for the day, and were very impressed with the service. Bike hire included helmets, pump, puncture repair kit and a padlock, and we followed one of the recommended trails. All went very smoothly, and we would definitely recommend others to hire bikes from here.
September 2020
Friendly staff very helpful
October 2019
Brilliant service and very efficient. Great value for money and the cycle routs provided suit all levels.
June 2018
Excellent! Very friendly service
February 2018
Great day out, great service from polite and helpful staff. A must if you are staying in the new forest.
August 2017
New Forest Deer Safari
(2 miles)
(1)
Few things are as magic as seeing the majestic deer in its natural habitat, and the New Forest Deer Safari brings you exactly that. On a unique 30 minute safari ride by tractor and trailer through Burley Park, you can see the Red Deer and their calves at close range - learn and be inspired.
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Amazing experience!! We were a group of four adults and three young children looking for something to do on a rainy Sunday. We found the Deer Safari and thought it looked incredible... it did not disappoint. Our guide was so knowledgeable and put in so much effort even though no one else turned up for the safari. We got to hand feed the deer from the trailer and see one of the stags swimming across the lake! I cannot recommend this enough. Beautiful.
September 2019
Liberty's Owl, Raptor & Reptile Centre
(3 miles)
(3)
Get up close to owls, reptiles and all sorts of creepy crawlies at Liberty’s. Highlights include a wide range of birds of prey on display, daily flying displays in the all-weather indoor flying area or outdoor field, a reptile house with snakes, lizards, and much more! Plus a large free car park, and a café and gift shop.
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We took the grandchildren here and had a great morning with them. There was lots to see, there was plenty of accessible information for the girls and the flying display was great!
June 2022
Plenty of birds to see , look well kept . Good bird display , told you a lot about the birds that he flew. Interesting reptile centre. Had a nice Tea and lemon drizzle cake. Well worth a visit
June 2022
Despite the weather had a terrific outing. Wonderful birds, knowledgeable staff.
August 2020
Avon Tyrell Outdoor Activity Centre
(3 miles)
An outdoor activity centre that gets kids and young adults active, Avon Tyrell Outdoor Activity Centre is a chance to experience, learn and develop, whilst having fun at the same time. fly down a zip wire or learn about conservation, the great outdoors is your classroom as you learn about the wonders of our world.
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Highcliffe Beach
(8 miles)
Highcliffe beach, beneath the popular Cliffhanger Restaurant is a part sandy, part pebble beach. The beach has sloping access as well as steps down to the shore from the pay and display clifftop car park. To the east, Highcliffe beach towards Barton on Sea is a part sandy beach at the foot of the second most eroded cliff in England. This side of the beach is dog-friendly all year. However do check the tide times as high tide can make it difficult to walk along the beach.
To the west towards Highcliffe Castle beach, the promenade leads across the top of the small beaches inbetween the groynes with views across Christchurch Bay and Hengistbury Head. Groynes 4-8 have dog restrictions as does the promenade during the summer months, May-September.
Highcliffe Castle Beach
(8 miles)
(3)
A picturesque, tree-lined beach of shingle, and sand at low tide. Good facilities on the cliff top including an excellent tea room, public toilets, baby change and a children’s play area in the Castle gardens. Plenty of parking and sloping access down to the beach. Highcliffe Castle beach is dog-friendly all year round.
Very picturesque beach with great access, looks good for a beach day
October 2021
Lovely
April 2019
Lovely clean sandy beach and a really i would highly recommend this spot for your car to break down takes the ouch out of waiting for the recovery truck
April 2017
Barton on Sea
(8 miles)
(2)
A stony beach with sandy areas as the tide goes out, and a great spot to do some fossil hunting. The cliffs are subject to considerable coastal erosion and at times parts of the beach can be cordoned off. The Beachcomber Café on the cliff top is one of the most popular cafés in the region. Plenty of parking in car parks along the cliff top as well as on-road parking.
A pleasant walk along the cliff top and along the beach. There was less cliff than last time we went to the New Forest.
June 2023
Super walk, nice and easy and great place for a meal or tea and cake by the car park.
April 2019
Avon Beach
(8 miles)
(2)
A family friendly beach close to Mudeford and Christchurch Harbour with plenty to do for all. For those with disabilities or small children there is a beach level carpark, and to keep everyone safe there is a designated bathing area and a seperate area allocated for watersports, all overseen by lifeguards in the summer months. This pretty sand and shingle beach is backed by trees and countryside and if you fancy some fresh local seafood or simply a coffee, ice cream or a cold drink, the beach is home to the excellent Noisy Lobster, serving breakfast, lunch and supper all year round.
Nice beach with good facilities
April 2023
Beautiful beach, lots of sand for youngsters- definitely been high on our favourites list, for more than 30 years and still is now the 'children' are nearly 30! - well worth the drive from New Forest. The Noisy Lobster is great and now has an 'outdoor upstairs' too. The Beach Cafe, half-way along, is excellent too- used to do very good carrot cake! The connecting beach towards Steamer Point is dog-friendly all year which is a bonus. Walking to the quay end, you can catch the ferry to Hengistbury Head which is beautiful beach too and often quieter (top favourite!) Even this last week (JULY 2021) the 'kids' wanted to crab-fish from Mudeford Quay!!
August 2021
Mudeford Sandbank
(9 miles)
(3)
This is one of the most scenic of New Forest beaches. Lined with some of the most picturesque and expensive beach huts in the country! There’s no parking next to the beach, as it’s a traffic-free zone, but there’s pay and display parking at Hengistbury Head from where you can catch a little train to the sandbank, and Mudeford Quay which runs a small ferry (5 mins) over to the sandbank. Can also be reached on foot and by bicycle.
This is a holiday must. A short ferry out to amazing beach makes for a great day out.
September 2022
As usual, stunning. 4 ferries but sadly the Land train not running although according to their web site they were. Always visit when in the area
September 2020
Beautiful place, our favourite beach in south of England. It feels like an island, when you go over on the ferry and at times (off-season!) on sunny days it can feel like a little piece of Heaven, it's so peaceful and beautiful- bit of a sense of New England. There's a super little 'restaurant', the Beach Hut, which does great breakfasts, meals all day and some evenings. Also takeaway eg pizzas, you can eat on the beach. Very simple surroundings, with a sheltered veranda that can be uncovered in fine weather, and amazing views. Quite pricey and often very busy (and you are best to ring and check opening times and book since often weather and ferry-dependant) but the quality of the food and those stunning views make it more than worthwhile!
March 2018
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