Fordingbridge B and B
Bed and Breakfasts
Bed and Breakfasts in Fordingbridge and the surrounding area.
Prices shown below are for 2 people sharing, per night and include breakfast unless noted otherwise.
Broomy
Broomy is a family home set in 4 acres of gardens and paddocks in a secluded location in the depths of the New Forest with direct access to spectacular walks and wildlife.
Both rooms are on the ground floor. Riding school opposite
www.newforestbedbreakfast.co.uk/broomy |
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Oaklands Lodge
Delightful garden hideaway, with 2 ensuite guest bedrooms: 1 double with kingsize bed and 1 single/double.Oaklands Lodge is separate from the owners' house.Located in the peaceful village of Hale on the northern side of the New Forest but with easy access to M27/M3, Salisbury, Bournemouth and Southampton. We are ideally situated for exploring, walking and cycling in the New Forest.
www.newforestbandb.net |
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Hyde Farm
Luxury bed and breakfast accommodation in the grounds of our 16th century farmhouse.
Separate newly built cottage fully equipped to enable you to enjoy your stay in beautiful surroundings. Breakfast can be prepared for you although you are welcome to prepare the local produce that we provide if you wish www.hydefarmbandb.co.uk |
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Rose Cottage
Set in the small and thriving village of Woodgreen within the north west boundary of the New Forest,
this picturesque cottage B and B provides guests with a private and tranquil haven complemented by style, quality and ambience.
Two double en suite bedrooms and a large conservatory room are available for the exclusive use of our guests. www.rosecottage-newforest.co.uk |
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Furze Hill Cottage
An enchanting bed and breakfast within the New Forest National Park.
On the unspoilt western side of the Forest in a quiet hamlet you can enjoy the best of the forest with unrestricted walking from the garden gate, real food and attractive and comfortable rooms. A wonderful place to relax. www.bedandbreakfastnewforest.org.uk |
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The Mallards B and B
The Mallards is a large contemporary house set in its own private grounds of an acre surrounded by the
pasture land of the Avon Valley.
Fordingbridge town centre is half a mile away with the New Forest itself two miles away. New Forest Tourism assessed. www.mallards-online.co.uk |
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Castle Garden Cottage
17th Century Thatched Cob Cottage tucked away in the grounds of our home,
with stunning views across the Avon Valley.
The Cottage is the perfect secluded hideaway for 2 people with its own garden and garden furniture
- so you can sit back and relax and enjoy the evening sunsets.
Direct access to the New Forest trails.
Resident host: Mrs Karen Venn www.newforestbedbreakfast.co.uk/castlecottage/ |
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Rookseat B and B
A luxury Bed and Breakfast in Redlynch, ideal for Salisbury and the New
Forest. Sally and Dean extend a warm welcome to all
visitors to their luxury B&B. Guests can expect
comfortable, well equipped accommodation and warm hospitality;
our motto is 'we go that little bit further'. 3 en-suite bedrooms. Resident hosts: Sally and Dean Ransome www.rookseat.com |
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Gorley Lodge B&B
Delightful Fordingbridge B and B.
Lodge with 2 ground floor double rooms plus a hideaway studio suite, on the outskirts of Fordingbridge. En-suite or private bathroom. Best of both worlds for guests - quiet, rural location but just a short walk from the town centre. Western edge of New Forest. Accommodation is stylish and top quality. Lovely gardens with summer house. Secure, private parking. Mid Week Special rates. www.fordingbridgebedbreakfast.co.uk |
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Little Acorns B and B
Situated in the picturesque hamlet of Woodgreen. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of the 1.5
acre woodland garden with it's bird and wildlife or simply
explore the magic and mysteries of the wonderful ancient New
Forest directly from the house. Little Acorns is a relaxed
informal forest home where ponies graze outside the gate! Two guest bedrooms: 1 double ensuite, 1 twin/double with private
bathroom.
www.new-forest-bed-and-breakfast.co.uk |
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Kingfisher Retreat
Kingfisher is a beautiful thatched Bed and Breakfast, providing
traditional B&B in the main cottage or in our delightful secluded lodge, both overlooking our own spring fed lake.
Instant access onto the forest, ideal for walking,riding and cycling.
Enjoy a superb full English breakfast and choices from the buffet table.
Come and enjoy the quality of our home and tranquility of our beautiful and setting.
www.kingfisher-retreat.co.uk |
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Cottage Crest B&B
Cottage Crest Band B is situated high in its own 5 acres of ground with
magnificent views. There are two B&B bedrooms in the main house and one in the Garden
Hideaway. We also have a self-catering cottage called Sunset Place. All are
beautifully decorated and spacious. They are en-suite with TV, tea & coffee service,
and command spectacular views across the Avon Valley and surrounding New Forest countryside. Resident
host: Mrs G Cadman
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FORDINGBRIDGE
Fordingbridge is known as the Northern Gateway to the New Forest. The
"Bridge" fords the River Avon - a large mature river
which flows gracefully south through the town.
Fordingbridge is mentioned in the Domesday Book and a settlement on
the site is known to have existed since Neolithic times. The
town is on the A338 between Salisbury and Ringwood. The New Forest
National Park stretches away to the east towards Southampton and the
Cranborne Chase is just a few miles to the west.
Fordingbridge has over 70 listed buildings. The town has a number of
good eateries and pubs.
PLACES OF INTEREST AROUND FORDINGBRIDGE AND RINGWOOD
The Avon Valley Path. 34 miles from Salisbury Cathedral to Christchurch Priory. Many people walk the route over two days with an overnight stop in Ringwood. The valley is a rare and special place having been largely spared from the pressures of modern agriculture, roads and other forms of intrusive development, and still supports a remarkable range of unspoilt habitats, rich in wildlife.
Much of the valley flood plain has been notified as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, and more than 3,000 hectares fall within an Environmentally Sensitive Area, where traditional farming practices are encouraged.
www.hants.gov.uk/walking/avonvalley
The New Forest Water Park at Hucklesbrook Lakes welcomes visitors for water-skiing, aquarides and jet-skiing. The park is situated in 55 acres of beautiful countryside off the A338 north of Ringwood and offers 2 lakes for watersports and fishing. A great day out for all the family.
The Spinnaker Sailing Club welcomes visiting dinghy sailors that are members of an RYA affiliated club who may use the facilities by telephoning 01425 476509. The club sails on Spinnaker Lake off Ivy Lane to the east of the A338.
Game or course fishing is
big in Ringwood; a large variety of fish species can be found in both
the River Avon and in well stocked local lakes. Day fishing tickets are
available in season. Permits and location details can be obtained from;
Avon Angling Centre tel: 01425 461038 and Ringwood Tackle tel:01425 475155, both in West Street, Ringwood.
The UK's largest radio control and
slot racing centre is on Christchurch Road in Ringwood.
Millstream Model Centre operate three professional tracks including the
8 lane "Daytona Speedway". A great day out for the boys!
www.millmc.com
Ringwood Raceway at Matchams
Leisure Park is a 390 metre, "Short Circuit Racing" track with
a full program of Banger racing, Stocks, Superstox, Ministox, Hot Rods
and special formulas. Fun for all the family. tel:01425
473305
www.ringwoodraceway.com
Classic Motorcycle Hire:
Bugad Classic Bike Hire - designed for those who love riding motorcycles.
If you want a great biking holiday, or just a day out riding classic bikes and lunching at friendly pubs, we
have the perfect solution.
Tel: 0845 2268156
www.bugad.com
Martin Down Nature Reserve: One of the largest areas of chalk downland in the
UK. Supports a huge variety of flowers, butterflies and birds. tel: 01980 620485
www.english-nature.org.uk
Breamore House:
Elizabethan Manor House now a Countryside Museum and Family home with many fine works of art, period furniture, 17th century needlework,
porcelain. Th esite also features an ancient Mizmaze.
www.breamorehouse.com
VILLAGES
Burley is set deep in the Forest between Brockenhurst and Ringwood. The village is extremely popular with a wealth of tea rooms, gift shops, art galleries and a Pick Your Own Farm. Burley features everything you would expect from a traditional, old, New Forest village.
Burley Wagon Rides:
Heavy-horse drawn wagon rides in and around the village. Selection
of routes and fares.
www.burleywagonrides.co.uk
PLACES OF INTEREST FURTHER AFIELD
Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary A great place to watch wild deer. There is a tiered viewing platform which gives uninterrupted views over
the field area where the deer live. Located at the northern end of Bolderwood Drive which is accessible from the A35 Lyndhurst to Christchurch road.
About 3 miles West of Lyndhurst.
Furzey Gardens and Cottage Set in the heart of The New Forest at Minstead, this delightful,
informal garden was established in 1922 and is renowned for its all year
round beauty. See extensive collections of azaleas and rhodendrons, the strange Bottle
Brush tree and flaming Chilean Fire trees
www.furzey-gardens.org