Key Features
- Property code: A838
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
West Wing at the Manor House is part of a historic Georgian Grade 11 listed residence dating back to the 18thCentury which has been beautifully restored. Sleeping up to six people this well-equipped, fabulous dog friendly property provides luxury accommodation with everything one could need in a very high quality home. The whole property has been finished with style in mind and is a superb place for a holiday in the New Forest.
Located in the pretty market town of Ringwood West Wing is within walking distance of an abundance of eateries, quaint and modern shops including the popular Wednesday morning market. Take a walk along the Avon Valley footpath where there are a number of local town trails to choose from.
A visit to the famous Ringwood Brewery offers the chance to sample the beers made on the premises. For a family day out, head to the Moors Valley Country Park to enjoy great walks, bicycle rides and the Go Ape treetop challenge. The New Forest Water park set within 50 acres of beautiful New Forest countryside is also within a short drive is the wonderful sandy blue flag beach in Bournemouth. There is also easy access to the heathland and villages in the New Forest for those wanting to enjoy a good walk or cycle ride on the miles of tracks and trails.
Key Features
- Property code: A838
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
West Wing at the Manor House is part of a historic Georgian Grade 11 listed residence dating back to the 18thCentury which has been beautifully restored. Sleeping up to six people this well-equipped, fabulous dog friendly property provides luxury accommodation with everything one could need in a very high quality home. The whole property has been finished with style in mind and is a superb place for a holiday in the New Forest.
Located in the pretty market town of Ringwood West Wing is within walking distance of an abundance of eateries, quaint and modern shops including the popular Wednesday morning market. Take a walk along the Avon Valley footpath where there are a number of local town trails to choose from.
A visit to the famous Ringwood Brewery offers the chance to sample the beers made on the premises. For a family day out, head to the Moors Valley Country Park to enjoy great walks, bicycle rides and the Go Ape treetop challenge. The New Forest Water park set within 50 acres of beautiful New Forest countryside is also within a short drive is the wonderful sandy blue flag beach in Bournemouth. There is also easy access to the heathland and villages in the New Forest for those wanting to enjoy a good walk or cycle ride on the miles of tracks and trails.
Entrance from front door into partially panelled hallway.
The elegant high ceilinged lounge with two large floor to ceiling sash windows, original cornices creates a light and ambient feel with an outlook over the rear garden. The centrepiece of the room is the ornate fire surround where the wood burner sits (one basket of logs supplied during the appropriate season) with ample comfortable seating, Smart TV with Netflix and a grand piano available.
Again, the light and airy ambiance is created with sash windows in the Kitchen/diner which includes electric hob, electric double oven, integrated microwave, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, large dining table with seating for up to 10 people.
Cloakroom with hand basin and WC.
Stairs to first floor. A further three steps up into spacious bedroom 1 with twin single beds (3ft) ample storage and view over the rear garden.
Bedroom 2 with king size bed (5ft) and ample storage leading into en-suite shower room with walk in shower, hand basin, WC and washing machine.
Three steps up into bedroom 3 with double bed (4ft 6in) and view over rear garden.
Family bathroom includes bath with shower over, hand basin and WC.
The attractive garden surrounding the West Wing is the perfect place to relax in after a day exploring the New Forest or South Coast. The rear garden mainly laid to lawn is surrounded by colourful mature shrubs and borders. The raised decking area with garden furniture is definitely the place to be for that relaxing sundowner. Further seating can be found on the gravelled driveway. The summerhouse is available for those wanting to get away from it all.
For up to 5 cars on gated gravelled driveway affording ample off road parking.
Included Bed linen and towels, (please bring own beach towels). central heating (gas), electricity, WiFi, one basket of logs for fire in appropriate season. Travel cot (please bring own bedding) and high chair available upon request
Children All ages welcome
Pets Up to 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.
Telephone Not available. Mobile signal good
Bicycle Storage
No smoking
Nearest beach Bournemouth 12 miles
Nearest shop Ringwood 5-minute walk
Nearest pub Several within Ringwood a 5-minute walk
Short breaks available low season bookable any time, mid and high season two weeks before
Changeover Friday
Check in time: 4pm
Check out time: 10am
Property: Self-catering holiday cottage
The Inn on the Furlong
(Less than a mile)
Located in the centre of Ringwood, this pub is a favourite with sports fans who like to come and watch fixtures on the large TV. There’s a good selection of ales and drinks to choose from at the Inn on the Furlong and a simple bar menu serving pub classics.
The Inn on the Furlong, Meeting House Lane, Ringwood, BH24 1EY
Frampton & Sons
(Less than a mile)
A friendly café-bar on Ringwood High Street that’s an attractive, lively spot for breakfast, lunch, or coffee with a tasty selection of cakes and all day mezze-style platters during the day, and brasserie-style dishes such in the evening. Perfect for chilling out with a cocktail on a cosy sofa or in the garden at the back. Children and dogs are welcome and there’s live music on Sunday afternoons.
Framptons (T: 01425 473114) Ringwood BH24 1BQ
The Original White Hart
(Less than a mile)
Simple pub food at a very good price in the centre of the town. The Original White Heart has a friendly, unpretentious atmosphere and some great ales and beers on tap. Inside is spacious with alcoves and different rooms to settle in.
The Original White Hart (T:01425 472702) Market Place, Ringwood BH24 1AW
The Star Inn
(Less than a mile)
A pretty and cosy pub in Ringwood, with a large open fire and outdoor seating. There’s a lovely selection of real ales, guest beers, cider and good wine selection. Best known for its wonderful Thai food which wins rave reviews. If you don’t fancy Thai, traditional pub meals are also on the menu.
Star Inn (T: 01425 473105) Market Place, Ringwood BH24 1AW
Noisy Lobster Ringwood
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Sister the Noisy Lobster on Avon Beach, this little restaurant has taken Ringwood locals by storm, winning rave reviews and loyal following. All the menus are fun and exciting with a bias towards fresh seasonal food and of course, lobster when in season.
Noisy Lobster (T: 01425 474253) 25 Market Place, Ringwood, BH24 1AN
This restaurant has now closed in Ringwood.
January 2019
Liberty's Owl, Raptor & Reptile Centre
(2 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.
Click Here for further information
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
Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve
(2 miles)
(1)
Hosting a range of wildlife, the Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve consists of flooded gravel pits that are now used for nature conservation and drinking water storage. Surrounded by willow, birch and alder woodland as well as grassland, the reserve attracts thousands of wildfowl in winter as well as woodland birds including redpoll, siskin and brambling, not to mention playing home to adders, grass snakes, kingfishers, 26 species of dragonfly and invertebrates. Visit, get involved and learn, surrounded by an abundance of beauty.
A must for birdwatchers. Very good accessible hides
October 2022
Go Ape - Moors Valley
(3 miles)
Situated in Moors Valley Country Park, Go Ape’s high ropes course is sure to be one of the highlights of your holiday. Enjoy a few hours in the trees taking on zip wires, tarzan swings, rope ladders and a variety of obstacles. A truly exhilarating family day out.
Click here for further details
Moors Valley Country Park
(3 miles)
(5)
Moors Valley Country Park and Forest is the natural way to have fun with the whole family in Dorset, learning about and interacting with mini beasts and reptiles. They have regular events including a Gruffalo hunt, offer accessible trails in beautiful surroundings, as well as cycle tracks, hikes, Go Ape and even their own railway, so there’s plenty to do with the whole family, including the dog.
Click Here for further information
Excellent entertainment for everyone, plenty of activities for most age groups, food acceptable and basis, no rubbish bins so if picnicking you need to take everything away with you, they do however accept rubbish accumulated on purchases made on site. A good day out. Lots of parking spaces.
August 2021
A good outdoor attraction for all the family to enjoy.
July 2021
Lovely country park. Very interesting play structures for the kids set during a lovely forest walk - with an excellent high tree walk for all ages. no entrance fee - just pay for parking. The park has an excellent miniature railway - really well supported and maintained - it has a really extensive layout with realistic signalling. It is operated like a real railway. Great fun. Food available - but in times of social distancing it was really busy with queues which is understandable. All in all a fab place to visit - kids loved it. There is also a Go Ape centre at the park for additional cost - but outside the age range for our kids so we didn't try this.
July 2021
Lovely place for a visit either for walking or cycling. Great for kids
August 2020
We had 6 children with us (aged 5 down to 10 weeks old) and had a wonderful day here, walking through the forest, going on the little train ride and the nature trail.
September 2019
Go Ape
(3 miles)
For thrilling tree top adventures, complete with high ropes and zip wires, look no further than Go Ape at Moors Valley Country Park. With different levels for different abilities, it makes for a fun and active day out for the whole family. Booking is advised during peak times.
Click Here for further information
Avon Beach
(9 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
Highcliffe Beach
(9 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
(9 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
Southbourne Beach
(9 miles)
Southbourne Beach is a Blue flag award winning beach with wide, clean, part sand and part shingle beach to the east of Boscombe Pier. With views stretching right across to the Isle of Wight on a clear day and Old Harry Rocks/Swanage to the west.
The beach is popular all year round and during the summer months you can find kiosks serving ice creams and drinks dotted along the promenade.
Other facilities include toilets, baby changing facilities, lost children centres, RNLI lifeguard stations and pubs. There are many beach huts along Southbourne Beach and they are available to rent all year round from the local beach office.
Dogs are not permitted on Southbourne beach from 1st May – 30th September however they are permitted on the promenades all year round when on a lead.
Parking can be found on the clifftop, accessed via slopes leading right to and from the beach.
Southbourne Beach
(9 miles)
(1)
Southbourne Beach is a Blue flag award winning beach with wide, clean, part sand and part shingle beach to the east of Boscombe Pier. With views stretching right across to the Isle of Wight on a clear day and Old Harry Rocks/Swanage to the west.
The beach is popular all year round and during the summer months you can find kiosks serving ice creams and drinks dotted along the promenade.
Other facilities include toilets, baby changing facilities, lost children centres, RNLI lifeguard stations and pubs. There are many beach huts along Southbourne Beach and they are available to rent all year round from the local beach office.
Dogs are not permitted on Southbourne beach from 1st May – 30th September however they are permitted on the promenades all year round when on a lead.
Wonderful sandy, dog friendly beach with spectacular, far fetching views. The addition of Sobo serving fantastic coffee is great.
October 2023
December 2023
Yes we did have a lovely time.
May 2023
This is the second time we have stayed at West Wing. It is a beautiful property with lovely gardens and made an ideal space for a family get together. Location is excellent, in quiet road but only a few minutes walk away from shops and other facilities.
October 2022
We had a lovely stay - it was lovely and clean and very comfortable. Furnishings were really in keeping with the property. And the bonus of a 'tuned' piano was brilliant. (We have been in other properties which said they had a piano but it was unplayable!) Tea and milk was very welcome too as we waited for our Sainsbury's order!
September 2022
An excellent location. Spacious house.
April 2022
I’ve been holidaying in the New Forest for 30yrs and like to try different places to stay - this property was one of the best I’ve stayed in both for the house itself and the location. Right by the A31 but without seeing or hearing it, so handy for the Forest, the seaside or travelling further afield. We walked into Ringwood several times, literally 2mins to the shops and a little further to The Fish Inn a new favourite for lunch. Beautiful house, well appointed kitchen, we felt at home straight away and we’ll definitely be back.
April 2022
We had a great time and loved exploring Ringwood. The Railway pub was great for a drink, best burger I’ve had and Lovitaly was also really good. Further afield Ocean Reef at Bosecome was a lovely spot for a drink and we went to Avon beach for walks too
April 2022
Really enjoyed our time at West Wing, the location is very central and close to amenities, the beach and the New Forest Very spacious and cosy accomodation
September 2021
Lovely place with a real homely feel and not at all like a ‘rental’.
August 2021
This was our 2nd stay here. We hope to come again next year. Having never encountered a piano in holiday accomodation before, we were delighted with the grand piano and all 3 generations of the family made music together. We brought lots of instruments of our own as well. We also appeciated the extra room at the dining table and the many extra plates, cutlery etc, as we had booked another accomodation nearly by for two other members of the family, so they were able to join us for a few meals. We had 3 birthdays and the unused Xmas pud from last year to celebrate!!
July 2021
Beautiful property, very well maintained and great location.
June 2021
We loved the piano and the croquet set! Great location to walk into Ringwood, and drive to various locations. Really lovely furniture and beautifully decorated Would stay again!
October 2020
We had a most enjoyable stay in the wing. A lovely spacious yet cozy house, well equipped, tastefully furnished and a lovely piano as a bonus. Add to that a lovely garden and a Good location. What more could you ask for in a holiday let.
September 2020
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the house is stunning and decorated with great thought and care.
September 2020
We had an excellent time. The well-kept enclosed garden was a real bonus. Nice to have a big fridge and the kitchen was well equipped.
September 2020
We particulary enjoyed having a grand piano! Also, the spaciousness of most of the rooms. Ideal our three-generation family. The garden was lovely too. In this time of pandemic we were able to meet up with some friends from Bournemouth for tea in the garden. Lovely spacious kitchen-dining area. Lovely big windows to let in the light.
February 2020
The property was less than 10 minutes walk to Ringwood town centre with lovely shops and cafes. Wood burner in the lounge was perfect for cold and windy February evenings. Property was full of character and was beautifully furnished. My youngest son played the piano every day...he is studying music at college. Would recommend highly.
May 2019
The garden was beautiful and very well tended by the gardener while we were there.
November 2018
Our son loved the Piano, and we loved the open fire, the best fire we have had in properties we have hired.
October 2018
Very much - this was a trip down memory lane for me and and my mother. My grandmother had been housekeeper to admiral egerton at the Manor house in the 1960s before it was sold and converted into flats. Although it has clearly changed a lot from the memories we have of the house it was lovely to be back there and remember how it was way back then. The house is beautifully decorated and furnished, very comfortable and well equipped. We would definitely like to return in the future.
August 2018
We had a very enjoyable relaxing week the accommodation was excellent with just the above comments
December 2023
Yes we did have a lovely time.
May 2023
This is the second time we have stayed at West Wing. It is a beautiful property with lovely gardens and made an ideal space for a family get together. Location is excellent, in quiet road but only a few minutes walk away from shops and other facilities.
October 2022
We had a lovely stay - it was lovely and clean and very comfortable. Furnishings were really in keeping with the property. And the bonus of a 'tuned' piano was brilliant. (We have been in other properties which said they had a piano but it was unplayable!) Tea and milk was very welcome too as we waited for our Sainsbury's order!
September 2022
An excellent location. Spacious house.
April 2022
I’ve been holidaying in the New Forest for 30yrs and like to try different places to stay - this property was one of the best I’ve stayed in both for the house itself and the location. Right by the A31 but without seeing or hearing it, so handy for the Forest, the seaside or travelling further afield. We walked into Ringwood several times, literally 2mins to the shops and a little further to The Fish Inn a new favourite for lunch. Beautiful house, well appointed kitchen, we felt at home straight away and we’ll definitely be back.
April 2022
We had a great time and loved exploring Ringwood. The Railway pub was great for a drink, best burger I’ve had and Lovitaly was also really good. Further afield Ocean Reef at Bosecome was a lovely spot for a drink and we went to Avon beach for walks too
April 2022
Really enjoyed our time at West Wing, the location is very central and close to amenities, the beach and the New Forest Very spacious and cosy accomodation
September 2021
Lovely place with a real homely feel and not at all like a ‘rental’.
August 2021
This was our 2nd stay here. We hope to come again next year. Having never encountered a piano in holiday accomodation before, we were delighted with the grand piano and all 3 generations of the family made music together. We brought lots of instruments of our own as well. We also appeciated the extra room at the dining table and the many extra plates, cutlery etc, as we had booked another accomodation nearly by for two other members of the family, so they were able to join us for a few meals. We had 3 birthdays and the unused Xmas pud from last year to celebrate!!
July 2021
Beautiful property, very well maintained and great location.
June 2021
We loved the piano and the croquet set! Great location to walk into Ringwood, and drive to various locations. Really lovely furniture and beautifully decorated Would stay again!
October 2020
We had a most enjoyable stay in the wing. A lovely spacious yet cozy house, well equipped, tastefully furnished and a lovely piano as a bonus. Add to that a lovely garden and a Good location. What more could you ask for in a holiday let.
September 2020
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the house is stunning and decorated with great thought and care.
September 2020
We had an excellent time. The well-kept enclosed garden was a real bonus. Nice to have a big fridge and the kitchen was well equipped.
September 2020
We particulary enjoyed having a grand piano! Also, the spaciousness of most of the rooms. Ideal our three-generation family. The garden was lovely too. In this time of pandemic we were able to meet up with some friends from Bournemouth for tea in the garden. Lovely spacious kitchen-dining area. Lovely big windows to let in the light.
February 2020
The property was less than 10 minutes walk to Ringwood town centre with lovely shops and cafes. Wood burner in the lounge was perfect for cold and windy February evenings. Property was full of character and was beautifully furnished. My youngest son played the piano every day...he is studying music at college. Would recommend highly.
May 2019
The garden was beautiful and very well tended by the gardener while we were there.
November 2018
Our son loved the Piano, and we loved the open fire, the best fire we have had in properties we have hired.
October 2018
Very much - this was a trip down memory lane for me and and my mother. My grandmother had been housekeeper to admiral egerton at the Manor house in the 1960s before it was sold and converted into flats. Although it has clearly changed a lot from the memories we have of the house it was lovely to be back there and remember how it was way back then. The house is beautifully decorated and furnished, very comfortable and well equipped. We would definitely like to return in the future.
August 2018
We had a very enjoyable relaxing week the accommodation was excellent with just the above comments
The Inn on the Furlong
(Less than a mile)
Located in the centre of Ringwood, this pub is a favourite with sports fans who like to come and watch fixtures on the large TV. There’s a good selection of ales and drinks to choose from at the Inn on the Furlong and a simple bar menu serving pub classics.
The Inn on the Furlong, Meeting House Lane, Ringwood, BH24 1EY
Frampton & Sons
(Less than a mile)
A friendly café-bar on Ringwood High Street that’s an attractive, lively spot for breakfast, lunch, or coffee with a tasty selection of cakes and all day mezze-style platters during the day, and brasserie-style dishes such in the evening. Perfect for chilling out with a cocktail on a cosy sofa or in the garden at the back. Children and dogs are welcome and there’s live music on Sunday afternoons.
Framptons (T: 01425 473114) Ringwood BH24 1BQ
The Original White Hart
(Less than a mile)
Simple pub food at a very good price in the centre of the town. The Original White Heart has a friendly, unpretentious atmosphere and some great ales and beers on tap. Inside is spacious with alcoves and different rooms to settle in.
The Original White Hart (T:01425 472702) Market Place, Ringwood BH24 1AW
The Star Inn
(Less than a mile)
A pretty and cosy pub in Ringwood, with a large open fire and outdoor seating. There’s a lovely selection of real ales, guest beers, cider and good wine selection. Best known for its wonderful Thai food which wins rave reviews. If you don’t fancy Thai, traditional pub meals are also on the menu.
Star Inn (T: 01425 473105) Market Place, Ringwood BH24 1AW
Noisy Lobster Ringwood
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Sister the Noisy Lobster on Avon Beach, this little restaurant has taken Ringwood locals by storm, winning rave reviews and loyal following. All the menus are fun and exciting with a bias towards fresh seasonal food and of course, lobster when in season.
Noisy Lobster (T: 01425 474253) 25 Market Place, Ringwood, BH24 1AN
This restaurant has now closed in Ringwood.
January 2019
Liberty's Owl, Raptor & Reptile Centre
(2 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.
Click Here for further information
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
Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve
(2 miles)
(1)
Hosting a range of wildlife, the Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve consists of flooded gravel pits that are now used for nature conservation and drinking water storage. Surrounded by willow, birch and alder woodland as well as grassland, the reserve attracts thousands of wildfowl in winter as well as woodland birds including redpoll, siskin and brambling, not to mention playing home to adders, grass snakes, kingfishers, 26 species of dragonfly and invertebrates. Visit, get involved and learn, surrounded by an abundance of beauty.
A must for birdwatchers. Very good accessible hides
October 2022
Go Ape - Moors Valley
(3 miles)
Situated in Moors Valley Country Park, Go Ape’s high ropes course is sure to be one of the highlights of your holiday. Enjoy a few hours in the trees taking on zip wires, tarzan swings, rope ladders and a variety of obstacles. A truly exhilarating family day out.
Click here for further details
Moors Valley Country Park
(3 miles)
(5)
Moors Valley Country Park and Forest is the natural way to have fun with the whole family in Dorset, learning about and interacting with mini beasts and reptiles. They have regular events including a Gruffalo hunt, offer accessible trails in beautiful surroundings, as well as cycle tracks, hikes, Go Ape and even their own railway, so there’s plenty to do with the whole family, including the dog.
Click Here for further information
Excellent entertainment for everyone, plenty of activities for most age groups, food acceptable and basis, no rubbish bins so if picnicking you need to take everything away with you, they do however accept rubbish accumulated on purchases made on site. A good day out. Lots of parking spaces.
August 2021
A good outdoor attraction for all the family to enjoy.
July 2021
Lovely country park. Very interesting play structures for the kids set during a lovely forest walk - with an excellent high tree walk for all ages. no entrance fee - just pay for parking. The park has an excellent miniature railway - really well supported and maintained - it has a really extensive layout with realistic signalling. It is operated like a real railway. Great fun. Food available - but in times of social distancing it was really busy with queues which is understandable. All in all a fab place to visit - kids loved it. There is also a Go Ape centre at the park for additional cost - but outside the age range for our kids so we didn't try this.
July 2021
Lovely place for a visit either for walking or cycling. Great for kids
August 2020
We had 6 children with us (aged 5 down to 10 weeks old) and had a wonderful day here, walking through the forest, going on the little train ride and the nature trail.
September 2019
Go Ape
(3 miles)
For thrilling tree top adventures, complete with high ropes and zip wires, look no further than Go Ape at Moors Valley Country Park. With different levels for different abilities, it makes for a fun and active day out for the whole family. Booking is advised during peak times.
Click Here for further information
Avon Beach
(9 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
Highcliffe Beach
(9 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
(9 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
Southbourne Beach
(9 miles)
Southbourne Beach is a Blue flag award winning beach with wide, clean, part sand and part shingle beach to the east of Boscombe Pier. With views stretching right across to the Isle of Wight on a clear day and Old Harry Rocks/Swanage to the west.
The beach is popular all year round and during the summer months you can find kiosks serving ice creams and drinks dotted along the promenade.
Other facilities include toilets, baby changing facilities, lost children centres, RNLI lifeguard stations and pubs. There are many beach huts along Southbourne Beach and they are available to rent all year round from the local beach office.
Dogs are not permitted on Southbourne beach from 1st May – 30th September however they are permitted on the promenades all year round when on a lead.
Parking can be found on the clifftop, accessed via slopes leading right to and from the beach.
Southbourne Beach
(9 miles)
(1)
Southbourne Beach is a Blue flag award winning beach with wide, clean, part sand and part shingle beach to the east of Boscombe Pier. With views stretching right across to the Isle of Wight on a clear day and Old Harry Rocks/Swanage to the west.
The beach is popular all year round and during the summer months you can find kiosks serving ice creams and drinks dotted along the promenade.
Other facilities include toilets, baby changing facilities, lost children centres, RNLI lifeguard stations and pubs. There are many beach huts along Southbourne Beach and they are available to rent all year round from the local beach office.
Dogs are not permitted on Southbourne beach from 1st May – 30th September however they are permitted on the promenades all year round when on a lead.
Wonderful sandy, dog friendly beach with spectacular, far fetching views. The addition of Sobo serving fantastic coffee is great.
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