The New Forest offers a wide range of activities so everyone can find something fun to do.
 

"Lots to see and do in the Forest"
The L family, Herts

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Switch off from normal life - get invigorated & refreshed with our special short breaks.
 
Help the environment that we all love so much and help us support the Green Leaf scheme by leaving your car at home.  Without a car you can still enjoy the many places and activities that the New Forest has to offer - and you will probably end up seeing a lot more of it!
 
From time to time we run specially discounted short breaks to those who help us support this scheme.  Look out for details which are posted in our availability guide when applicable.
 
 

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Rent a bike for the day!
 
Of course at Brackenwood you can bring your own cycles which can be safely stored and locked away in the garage when not in use.... or at the end of the lane in Burley Village you can hire cycles for all the family.
 
There are lots of cycle trails throughout the Forest that the whole family can enjoy.  Some are suggested in our welcome guide file.
 
 

"A lovely well equipped 'home from home' & a perfect base for a week's cycling in the Forest"
Mr & Mrs A, Kent

Enjoy a sense of freedom & have space to think and breathe whilst walking in the Forest
 
 

Brackenwood is ideally situated for Visitors wanting to enjoy the many walks through the Forest, which starts literally just over the property's cattle grid!
 
In the welcome book you will also see many of the suggested walking trails throughout different parts of the forest as well as information on guided walks. 
 
If however you want further detail before your arrival do please just contact us and we will of course send you more information.
 
 

"Lovely walks - no need to drive"
Mr & Mrs C, Exeter

Looking for more of a gentle stroll?

 
There are some fabulous gardens within the New Forest and surrounding area to visit, where you can take a leisurely stroll and enjoy taking in some plants too!  Gardeners - be prepared for lots of inspiring thoughts! 
 
 

Dogs love the New Forest too!

 
If you are being accompanied by your dog on holiday we have useful information for you too, enabling you to make your pet's holiday one to remember.  At the end of your walks together you can also tackle any muddy paws collected on the way with our popular dog showering facility.... then you can spend the evening relaxing together - still enjoying each other's company!
 
 

"Dogs enjoy the Forest & shower is ideal to keep them clean"
Mr & Mrs C, Cheshire

Enjoy good local food...
 
 

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Sample the delicious top quality produce that the New Forest area has to provide.  Local specialities are identified by the New Forest Marque not only when dining out but also when shopping to cook at home.

 

New Forest producers do not qualify for the Marque unless their foods meet the stringent quality standards in place.  An example of this is shown with Meat producers who must show that a very high standard of animal welfare as well as good animal husbandry has been applied at all times.

 

Select fresh local food in season to enjoy it at its best and know that you are actually helping the forest to stay special as you are also supporting local farmers and small businesses.

 

 

"Brackenwood is comfortable, relaxing & ideally located for all the Village amenities"
A family from Herts



Get closer to the nature & ..... enjoy the peace & tranquility the New Forest offers you 
 
 

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Bursting with nature there is much to see with plenty of wildlife, flora and fauna.  More detail is available on many aspects of the New Forest in our Welcome book including detail on guided events.
 
 

"A very pleasant & comfortable place to stay in a brilliant environment"
Mr & Mrs P, Co. Durham

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See areas of the Forest from the comfort of a horse drawn wagon - rides are available from just down the road in Burley Village.
 
Birdwatching is extremely popular in the New Forest, starting from just in the garden!  Early risers will appreciate the wonderful bird song of first thing in the morning or enjoy sitting quietly and watching the birds enjoy the nest boxes at Brackenwood.
 
Additionally, the garden has been planted to attract butterflies and other wildlife too - see what you can spot whilst just relaxing! 
 
For those that enjoy fishing the New Forest caters for you too and we can supply you with detail on coarse fishing, if interested.
 
 
 
Did you know that there are guided New Forest Safaris?
 

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"There was lots to see and do around Burley"
Mr D, Surrey

Be healthy, get healthy..... Be fit, get fit.....
 
Enjoy the many sporting activities & challenges that the New Forest has to offer
 
 

The New Forest has lots of other activities too!
 
Try kayacking.... or other water sports.
 
What about Adventure trails .....
 
We have numerous suggestions in our welcome guide file for you to select from and that include activities for all the family.
 
If you have a particular interest that you would like information on before you arrive, just simply ask and we will try to assist you with more detail.
 

"Lovely cottage in a lovely area - perfectly placed to enjoy the surrounding area & see all the animals"
Mr & Mrs S, Kent







Don't see what you would like to do? Let us know and we will try to add it!

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