NeW forest, hamPshire

It may be synonymous with small ponies, but there are plenty more cute creatures in the New Forest. Take a trip to the Wildlife Park and you’ll spot plenty of adorable mammals, from the Asian short-clawed otter to the grey wolf, polecats, wild boar and lynx.

Where to stay Grade II-listed Burley Manor is a restaurant with rooms that combines old manor house charm with a contemporary twist. Nestled in eight acres of grounds, it offers a peaceful sanctuary. Doubles from £129pn, including breakfast; burleymanor.com