With Brexit and the triggering of article 50 in the news, comes the uncertainty of how little your pound will stretch whilst on holiday in Europe. If you’d prefer to stay away from the confusion of Brexit and know how much your total holiday will cost, take a break in the UK this year, and look at some of our fantastic cottages in the New Forest.
There are so many things to do, so much to see and places to discover! If you love British wildlife and nature, the New Forest is the place to be. It’s home to 9000 free roaming ponies, donkeys, cattle and the odd domestic pig, as well as deer, birds of prey, dragonflies, butterflies, bats and all 6 of the UK’s native reptile species.
For a lovely day out, pack a picnic and head to the lawns and BBQ area at Bolderwood. There’s a viewing platform here where a heard of Fallow Deer gather on the meadow below and are fed daily from April through to September. Cottages near Bolderwood: Acres Down Farm Cottage, Dell Cottage, Halemede Cottage
The most expensive and one of the most beautiful beaches in Britain – the world-famous Sandbanks peninsular, is just a half hour drive. Known as Britain’s Palm beach, it’s the world’s forth most expensive destination for real estate. Bordering Poole Harbour on one side and power soft, golden sand and stunning views to the other, it’s easy to see why the rich and famous have homes here. New Forest beaches are wonderful with glorious views across the bay to the Isle of Wight. Cottages near New Forest beaches: Sowley Gate House, Oak Tree Cottage, Pebbles, Shingle Beach House
The pretty coastal village of Milford on Sea is perfect for a day out and exploring a fascinating English castle. The lovely beach is adjacent to Key Haven Nature Reserve and a pebble spit which leads to King Henry the VIII’s fortress – Hurst Castle. Cottages in Milford on Sea: The Look Out, The Hideaway, May Cottage
There are plenty of New Forest attractions to explore. Garden lovers will love the vivid, colourful displays of azaleas, rhododendrons and fantastical plants at Exbury Gardens. Cottages close to Exbury Gardens: The Old Barn, Clobb Copse Cottage, The Coach House
Voted number one amusement park in the UK by TripAdvisor, Paultons Park – home of Peppa Pig World and the Jurassic themed Lost Kingdom is in the north of the forest. Instead of one long, tiring day of thrills and fun, opt for a couple of shorter trips with a two-day family ticket. Cottages close to Paultons Park: Gateways, Saguenay, Bridge End Barn, Pinns Farm Bungalow
There’s fun for all ages at the 50 acre New Forest Water Park. Here, you can go kayaking, paddle boarding, cable wakeboarding and try out the UK’s first inflatable sports and aqua park. Cottages close to New Forest Water park: Marshlands Cottage, Whiteshoot Farm, Brookside, Beck Cottage
Take advantage of knowing how much you’ll get for your money with a British holiday this year, take a look at our portfolio of cottages in the beautiful New Forest.