10 New Forest eateries
THE PIG
This mercurial restaurant has superb local produce at its heart, and attracts diners from miles around.
BERESFORDS
A hotel restaurant at the Balmer Lawn Hotel worth staying in for. Tuck into the likes of belly pork or bubble and squeak with chorizo.
CAPTAIN’S CABIN TEA ROOMS
Treat yourself to a light lunch or cream tea at this characterful café at Buckler’s Hard.
THE TRUSTY SERVANT
If it’s quality pub grub you’re after in a characterful rural pub this is the place. Their chunky, rich steak pie is a local legend.
HOCKEY’S FARM
Brilliant farm shop and café serving fresh produce from the region as well as their own delights.
MONTAGU ARMS
Choose between a Michelinstarred culinary extravaganza in Beaulieu, or to just enjoy simpler posh pub fare in their inn.
CAREY’S MANOR
This luxury hotel boasts the choice of the relaxed Parisian brasserie vibe of Le Blaireau or Cambium, with a modern British menu.
RHINEFIELD HOUSE
Choose between the grand 2 AA Rosette Armada Room or the Grill Room. Either way it’s a palatial place to dine like a lord.
BELL INN
Ultra local produce is the name of the delicious game here, with the likes of Lymington crab and New Forest pig reared on acorns.
THE MAYFLOWER
Dine down by the water at Lymington on south coast seafood with Lymington crab a highlight.