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SPRING / SUMMER 2020
FOREST & HOME
Take me
with you!
MAJA’S MAD
HATTER’S
TEA PARTY
Inspired by the whimsical
world of Alice in Wonderland
SOAK
UP THE
SCENERY
Our favourite walks
and cycling routes
this season...
IN THE
GARDEN
Top tips for the season
with Wendy Hayward
PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALINA STARK
Bartley Lodge Hotel|Moorhill House Hotel |Forest Lodge Hotel
Beaulieu Hotel | Burley Manor Restaurant & Rooms | The Drift Inn
INSIDE
A WELCOME FROM OUR
DISCOVER THE COLLECTION
TOP TIPS FOR FORAGING THIS SEASON
with Collection Head Chef, David Palmer
THE RENOVATION OF BARTLEY LODGE
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Managing Director
our journey so far
TUMBLE DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE
with Maja’s whimsical afternoon tea!
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T he perfect time of year when
snowdrops and daffodils start to raise
their head and spring is in bloom,
In our fourth edition of Forest & Home we
continue to cover the successes and future
developments within our collection, one to
signalling the start of longer days and the look out for is our new afternoon tea at Forest
expectant and ever hopeful sight towards the Lodge, Lyndhurst, this has been a key part
COMING SOON: LUXURY SHEPHERDS HUTS 10 New Forest summer begins. Every season of this upcoming season – starting with a
at Burley Manor
in the forest brings a different view, if you delightfully themed ‘Mad Hatter’s’ afternoon
are fortunate to be visiting us at this time of tea launched on Mother’s day, soon to be
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with light and extra fruity flavours
year, please do come back in another season followed by a series of themed menus as the
to experience the change that nature brings year progresses. Keep an eye out on our social
READY, SET, SUMMER WITH THE DRIFT! across our beautiful National Park. channels to see our pastry chefs exquisite
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creations (More info on page 8-9). As ever, we
WAKING UP WITH FOREST LODGE This popular time of year in the forest, allows are working hard behind the scenes towards a
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for walking and cycling routes to take in the number of exciting projects with Bartley Lodge
HELLO NEW: OUR FIRST DOUBLE TREATMENT ROOM best that the National Park has to offer. All our at the forefront. A number of rooms have been
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properties in the collection are a great base to completed and there’s still more to come! These
start, or even stop off midway! – just ask our renovations bring together bold nature inspired
GARDENING FOR A TIME OF YEAR THAT’S PURE MAGIC 18
with Head Gardener, Wendy Hayward
friendly reception team for a copy of popular colours and a nod to the former resident of
routes. The Drift is a local’s favourite and a the Lodge and histories father of geology, Sir
perfect place to stop and enjoy its range of Charles Lyell.
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pub classics, sharers and a traditional locally
crafted ale; a large garden is the perfect place Don’t forget, you always receive the best rate
SOAK UP THE SCENERY 22
to take a rest with adventure play area for the when you book direct whether online through
little ones. If out exploring the west forest, newforesthotels.co.uk or via our friendly
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our award-winning Burley Manor restaurant reservations team.
is a great place to stop, take in the deer
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park views and enjoy a glass of something Enjoy your stay with us!
chilled on the terrace and perhaps a bite of
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our delicious rustic tapas or stone-baked
flatbreads.
Garry Baldwin FIH
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DISCOVER THE COLLECTION
Moorhill House showcasing the best of British – not to mention the
selection of mouth-watering seasonal puddings and a
garden complete with a play area to keep the little ones
happy.
Near Lyndhurst, our grade II listed Bartley Lodge is set
in eight acres of beautiful gardens and is home to an
outrageously delicious afternoon tea, best enjoyed in
the bright and airy Orangery with large floor-to-ceiling
windows bringing the great outdoors in. Come evening,
discover the best flavours of the forest in our restaurant,
before snuggling up with your favourite tipple in our
eighteenth century oak-panelled lounge.
Set in the ‘capital’ of the New Forest, prime hand-cut
steaks take centre stage alongside a mix of modern
brasserie classics at our townhouse, Forest Lodge’s 1820
Grill & Brasserie. Just minutes from Lyndhurst high-street,
take a short walk to the boutique shops or spend the
afternoon relaxing with a dip in our indoor heated pool.
The Drift Inn
READERS SPECIAL OFFER
COMPLIMENTARY FIZZ
“ LOSE YOURSELF
IN AN AFTERNOON
SPENT IN OUR
BEAUTIFUL
GARDENS OR
A s the first signs of spring we know
and love appear; a beautiful wash of
bluebells carpet the woodland floor,
whilst daffodils and crocuses make a wild
Situated on the edge of the same village,
Moorhill House is an idyllic country house
with beautifully landscaped gardens - the
perfect spot for enjoying a quintessentially
DISCOVER THE spread across the National Park. Take time English afternoon tea in one of our plush
Burley Manor
out to explore our stunning surroundings cosy lounges. Just a short walk to the
WONDERFUL with quaint villages and breath-taking views gift shops, spend the day sampling the
WILDERNESS over the fresh green landscapes you’ll be homemade local fudge, discovering the
able to spot new-born residents of the witching history of Burley with a guided
BEYOND.
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forest, and you’ll get to enjoy the added tour or exploring a little further with bikes
bonus of warmer days for rambles through available to hire.
the ancient woodland.
Moving to the south-eastern edge of the
Nestled in the ancient village of Burley with National Park, our forest retreat Beaulieu
views over the neighbouring deer park, Hotel sits on the outskirts of the village of
home to a herd of native red deer, Burley Beaulieu, just minutes from Palace House,
Manor our grown-up’s only restaurant and National Motor Museum and Buckler’s Hard.
rooms is a haven for tranquillity. Surrounded by endless miles of footpaths Enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling on us with
and off-road tracks it’s the ideal spot for afternoon tea or lunch when you quote ‘FOREST&HOME’.
Take a seat on our terrace, overlooking days out rambling, dog walking or cycling.
Subject to availability. ‘Forest&Home’ must be quoted at the time of booking
the deer sanctuary and enjoy exploring and entitles the reader plus their guest to one glass of sparkling each with
the ever-changing wine list - featuring Found just next door, our pub restaurant afternoon tea or lunch. May not be used in conjunction with any other offer.
on lesser-seen varities and rare bottles The Drift Inn brings family and friends Available across the entire collection. Valid from 1st - 31st July 2020.
straight from vineyards, smaller producers, together for relaxing afternoons in the heart
winemakers and private collections, refresh of the New Forest with a bar fully stocked
your skincare regime for spring with a with local ales, spirits and wines, tempting
top-to-toe Temple Spa experience or for daily specials and a tasty new menu
the health-conscious, discover our new
vegetarian and vegan dishes.
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FORAGING WITH
David Palmer CHALKSTREAM TROUT
& FORAGED SEA GREENS
Fresh, nutritious and truly delicious this dish
is ideal for summer gatherings and is sure to
become a healthy family favourite in no time.
INGREDIENTS (serves 1)
1 whole ChalkStream trout scaled and gutted
Handful of seaweed: bladder wrack, sea lettuce,
dulse, sugar kelp
A handful of your choice of sea greens; sea kale,
samphire, purslane, aster & oyster leaf are good
150g Jersey Royal potatoes
TARTARE DRESSING
3 tbsp capers (drained)
1 Shallot (finely chopped)
Handful of chervil (finely chopped)
Chives (finely chopped)
3 tbsp parsley (finely chopped)
2 tbsp rapeseed oil
1 tsp cider vinegar
1 lemon (freshly squeezed)
100g cockles - cleaned and shell removed
STEP 1
Collection Head Chef, expert forager and lover Mix tartare dressing ingredients and leave to
of everything foodie, David, shares his favourite one side.
ingredients to forage this season and his tips on
STEP 2
where to find them. Wash and peel potatoes then cook in gently
boiling water - when cooked drain well and keep
warm with some of the tartare dressing over the
“Midsummer is a magical time for collecting edible wild plants.” top.
STEP 3
“A s temperatures rise and the forest
begins to thaw from the cold
of winter, spring makes its way
through, bringing with it, new growth and
Discover meadowsweet in full flower
during July, normally found at the
edge of watercourses. Its leaves have
a pleasant cucumber flavour whilst the
BERRIES
The bilberry can be found on heathland,
moors and sparse conifer woods and
appear at the beginning of July. They
Boil seaweed in plain water for a couple of
minutes then finely chop into tartare mix.
STEP 4
some of my favourite forgotten flavours. flowers have an almond scent - perfect can be made into jam or lightly stewed Score and season the trout with oil, sea salt and
for flavouring homemade wines, teas and with a little sugar and added to natural ground pepper, place in a pre-warmed oven at
The woods and hedgerows are about to cordials. yoghurt, cream or ice cream; ideal for 180 degrees and cook until golden and crispy.
burst with edible spring greens, shoots, summer party puds. Wild strawberries
herbs and flowers; making it the ideal FLOWERS are low-growing along hedgerows STEP 5
time to give your food a seasonal boost. May is the best time for finding edible between June and August, best eaten Toss sea greens in some tartare dressing and
flowers, take a look in hedgerows and in raw with a light sprinkling of sugar (and a leave to wilt.
From June, you can begin to serve up the woodlands to come across the young dollop of cream) - the epitome of British
a slice of summer - a magical time for flower buds and leaves of hawthorn; best summertime. STEP 6
collecting edible wild plants; spending used in green salads. If you’re a fan of To serve, place some sliced Jersey Royals into a
warm days and light evenings foraging pickling ingredients, oxeye daisies bloom COASTAL FORAGING shallow bowl, then layer the dressed sea greens
for surprising ingredients for not only from late spring all the way through The coast comes alive during spring with the cooked mullet sat on top. Liberally
your food but for drinks too! summer and their flower buds can be and summer, offering an abundance of spoon over tartare dressing and squeeze some
pickled like capers - delicious! foraging goodness such as, purslane, fresh lemon juice to finish.
In spring be on the look out for wild samphire, oyster leaf sea kale and a
garlic, horse parsley, chickweed and MUSHROOMS variety of different seaweeds - all high in
sorrel whilst in summer you’ll begin to From July onwards, look for the golden, vitamins and minerals and some of my
find elder flowers, bilberries, chanterelles trumpet shaped chanterelle in all kinds of absolute favourite ingredients to forage.
and wild strawberries. woodland, from pine to mixed. This yolk-
coloured fungus is one of the prettiest Happy and safe foraging folks! For more
David Palmer ”
HERBS & PLANTS and best-flavoured wild mushrooms, guidance, visit Wild Food UK.
Believed by some to be one of the best with an aroma of mild apricot and is best
wild vegetables of spring, horse parsley cooked in a little oil or butter and added
is at its best in April. Steam, boil or toss to pasta dishes or even soaked in vodka
the stem, flowers and leaf tips in butter for a distinctive flavoured liqueur.
Collection Head Chef
or add the leaves and flowers to salads.
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Renovations have been in full swing at our historic
and stately Bartley Lodge and we just couldn’t wait to
OUR
share some sneak peeks of the progress with you.
Using our calming new nature-inspired colour palette,
the walls have been freshly painted, looking beautiful
JOURNEY
against new patterned wallpaper and bold new
headboards swathed in luxurious textured fabrics.
Cosy new carpets have gone down and shiny new
SO FAR taps, shower heads and tiles have been installed in
the bathrooms with dazzling new light fixtures taking
centre stage in the rooms.
Keeping the historic charm in each room we are
creating calming spaces made for escapism. Using
BARTLEY LODGE organic textures and colours through soft furnishings
and paint, we’re bringing the true colours of nature
RENOVATION from the outside in - the perfect base for a country-
break.
Follow us on social for all the latest updates and
changes that are being made @newforest_hotels
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Baked by Maja, Pastry Chef at Forest Lodge Hotel
MAJA’S MAD HATTER’S
AFTERNOON TEA
“RABBIT
TUMBLE DOWN THE
HOLE AND
DISCOVER A TEA
PARTY INSPIRED
BY THE WHIMSICAL
WORLD OF ALICE
IN WONDERLAND. ”
Tumble down the rabbit hole and For the sweet treats, get ready
discover a tea party inspired by to delve into a ‘Queen of Hearts’
the whimsical adventures of Alice patisserie, ‘Absolem the Caterpillar’
in Wonderland. Full of curiously praline with dark chocolate
delicious sweet treats and ‘drink ganache, a tahini, white chocolate
me’ potions, this Mad Hatter’s & blueberry petit gateaux for
afternoon tea is perfect for losing sharing and fruity New Forest gin &
track of time for an afternoon at rhubarb trifle.
Forest Lodge.
And of course, not forgetting our
Launched on Mother’s Day, this homemade scones served with
afternoon tea has been curated by deliciously creamy Dorset clotted
Pastry Chef, Maja Palmer and cream and seasonal jams, plus our
encapsulates the wonderfully absolute favourite speciality
weird and completely indulgent in Char-Teas of Winchester.
a scrumptious two-tiered tower of
goodness. Don’t forget to share your snaps
with us on social media using
Think prawn, champagne and #forestmadhatters
caviar brioche, egg and watercress
finger sandwiches, pannage pork
pie and a cream cheese and
spinach roulade for Maja’s savoury
delights.
There’s always time for tea
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Toast TO THE
LUXURY
Season!
SHEPHERD
Refreshed for spring, we’ve been
busy creating a new cocktail
menu at Burley Manor. Using
fresh ingredients from our kitchen
HUTS
garden and our favourite local
artisan and classic spirits, all our
new concoctions reflect the true
flavours of the season. From a
fruity rhubarb fizz and rose &
elderflower sangria to our take on
an old-fashioned using barrel aged
Wyrd Gin and a garden mojito
COMING SOON
using freshly picked mint, join us
on the terrace for an afternoon
overlooking the deer park and
toast to sunnier and warmer days
ahead.
“ DESIGNED
INDIVIDUALLY TO
MIRROR THE WARM
TONES OF BURLEY
MANOR - THESE
HUTS ARE PERFECT
FOR COUPLES
LOOKING FOR A
ROMANTIC COSY
RETREAT
”
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“FROM SHAKEN,
STIRRED, MIXED OR
MUDDLED COCKTAILS
& STACKED HIGH AND
UTTERLY DELICIOUS
BURGERS, SUMMER
HAS FINALLY ARRIVED
AT THE DRIFT!
”
In the heart of the New Forest, our
pub garden and fantastic events are
Summer
the perfect places to catch-up with
loved-ones over a few ice-cold craft
beers, fruity cocktails and delicious
READY, SET homemade food.
TASTY BURGER THURSDAYS
Found in the heart of the New Forest, The
Drift is definitely the place for casual get
togethers with friends – especially when
delicious handmade burgers are served
every single Thursday.
Seasoned, flipped and grilled to perfection,
our best-loved locally sourced burgers
include; Hampshire venison, premium
aged beef, BBQ pulled pork and crispy
battered halloumi – stacked in a brioche
bun, served with your choice of fries and a
complimentary craft ale from £13 when you
quote #tastyburgers upon booking.
GIN FORTNIGHT
Shaken or stirred, here at The Drift we
love ourselves a G&T which is why every
fortnight we’ll be shining the light on one of
our favourite gins – from the fruity flavours
of Warner’s to the epically distilled true
local gins and a couple of classics thrown
in for good measure.
MONTHLY QUIZ NIGHT
On the first Thursday of every month from
7pm, kick-back with friends and enjoy 7
rounds of quizzing fun whilst enjoying a
well-deserved pint or two and tucking into
our totally delicious Burger Thursday menu.
There’s some pretty cool prizes up for
grabs too - May the best team win!
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WAKING UP WITH
Forest Lodge
Breakfast is the most important meal of
the day and this season we’re celebrating
the abundance of new, deliciously seasonal
New Forest Marque ingredients by shaking
up our breakfast menu at Forest Lodge,
perfect for easing yourself into the day with
long, lazy and indulgent mornings.
You’ll be stuck for choice with everyone’s
favourites from perfectly poached runny
eggs with smashed avocado on freshly
baked sourdough to our must have 1820
potato hash and of course scrumptiously
stacked buttermilk pancakes drizzled with
maple syrup. Tip: head to the buffet and
choose some seasonal berries to add to
your brekkie!
Fancy a health-boost to kickstart the day?
Choose our vegan favourite berry tofu
with maple and raisin granola, it’s heavenly
sweet and a dreamy way to start the day.
Don’t forget to indulge in the freshly baked
croissants, a selection of fruits, yoghurts
and munchable granola, all awaiting you on
our kitchen table, along with our speciality
teas and coffees - everything you need to
start your day right with us!
Available weekdays 7am - 10am and 8am -
10am on weekends.
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Head-to-toe Duo treatment
It’s no secret that we’re passionate about
wellbeing and to mark Burley Manor’s fifth
anniversary together with luxury skincare
brand Temple Spa’s 20th birthday we have
curated a new side-by-side treatment
menu together with the launch of our new
couples treatment room this spring.
Designed with nature in mind, the
treatment room features natural rustic
woods, calming hues of earnest blue and
the familiar, luxurious Temple Spa aromas
of British provenance and sophistication
combined with the passion and soul of
the Mediterranean.
Encouraging a sense of togetherness,
couples can choose from our range of
luxury treatments from skin-boosting
facials, body scrubs, wraps and infusions,
top-to-toe Mediterranean massages and
experiences, each individually designed
and curated perfectly for oneself but made
even better when enjoyed together, side
by side.
Have someone in mind you’d like to
share a Temple Spa experience with?
Book our new double treatment room
burleymanor.com/wellbeing
HELLO, NEW
COUPLES “ IT’S NO SECRET THAT
WE’RE PASSIONATE
ABOUT WELLBEING
TREATMENT – IT’S HEALTH-GIVING
AND GOOD FOR THE
ROOM SOUL, PROVOKING
HAPPINESS AND
REJUVENATING MIND
A sense of calm hidden within the
New Forest, filled with hints of the
AND BODY.
”
Mediterranean, we’ve refreshed our
wellbeing sanctuary and added a
double treatment room.
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Wendy Hayward
Head Gardener, nature enthusiast and lover of
home-grown goodness, Wendy maintains our
stunning eight acres of landscaped grounds and
helps deliver fresh Mediterranean flavours straight
to the kitchen.
” SPRING IS A
SPECIAL TIME FOR
ALL BUT FOR NATURE
LOVERS & KEEN
“S pring is a busy time for garden enthusiasts - if
you get it right now, you’ll be all set for the best
summer yet!
GARDENERS ALIKE;
It’s a special time for everyone-but for gardening lovers,
THIS TIME OF YEAR
this time of year is pure magic. There’s nothing quite
like seeing new growth appear on trees, witnessing the
beautiful process of bud to bloom, and finally getting your
IS PURE MAGIC.
”
hands in the soil to plant everything you’ve been dreaming
about all winter.
GET READY FOR SUMMER MIX IT UP
Spring hopefully arrives in March after the winter resting Don’t be afraid to combine edibles with ornamentals.
period and plants can resume growth when the daily Different coloured lettuces make attractive edging along a
temperature rises above 6 degrees. To the gardener, this pathway. Dinosaur (‘Lacinato’) kale, with its pale blue
means the lawns will grow again so, sowing and planting leaves, can be planted in containers and combined with
can begin as long as there are no hidden frosts in the annuals. Nasturtiums, with edible flowers that liven up green
forecast. salads, can be used as container accents, in raised beds, or
climbing up a trellis.
A good time to mulch or compost borders and feed the
plants is in February/March, especially this year after such
a wet winter (leaching in the soil), tidy the lawns in March/ MY FAVOURITES
April, weed and feed and mowing may start depending on
the weather. I love buddleia (butterfly bush), they’re normally fragrant
and love a sunny position. Wildlife love this plant and is
normally covered by butterflies and bees, the flowers are
KEEPING COOL graceful sprays in June/July. TIP: thin out the old wood after
flowering and feed.
Plants are natures own air conditioner; areas under trees
can be up to 20 degrees cooler than adjacent sunny
spots. Plant a tree to shade the patio or deck, and locate KEEP POLLINATORS HAPPY
benches and chairs underneath existing trees. Place a
fountain, pool or small portable water feature near your Insects and hummingbirds are crucial for pollination of
patio for a cooling evaporation effect, and the soothing edibles and other plants. Include a selection of native
sound of moving water. plants that will bloom over the growing season to attract
a diversity of wildlife. Check with your local nursery to find
POTTING-UP out which varieties are most suitable to your area. Annual
sunflowers and zinnias, or specialty wildflower mixes, are
Do you have a patio area or a small garden? Potted plants quick-growing options for new gardens or edible beds.
and flowers in these spaces can add height, colour and
interest. Evergreens are always a great choice, keeping GOLDEN RULES FOR SUCCESS
good drainage in mind TIP: (John Innes compost number
2/3 is always good to use as it’s soil based). Heathers, • Feed everything, especially after the wet winter we’ve
saracocca (sweet buxus) camelias, lavenders for their had
scent and hydrangeas for pops of colour and size are all a
• Compost and mulch
great choice for potting.
• Just enjoy it all - mistakes will be made as the weather
determines so much of what we can do but there will
be plenty to revel in as you watch your hard work pay
off this season
Wendy H ”
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This circular route starts at the Lucy Hill
Car Park. Throughout this circular bike
ride, you are likely to encounter fallow
deer and New Forest ponies grazing in
the ancient woodlands, a variety of trees
and several different species of birds. This
is a wonderful trail to follow and gives
you a chance to take your time and enjoy
the peacefulness of the countryside that
surrounds us. Burley village is filled with
quaint and interesting shops, eateries
and pubs.
LEPE & EXBURY LOOP
FOREST
This pleasant circular trail starts in
Inchmery Lane in Lepe and takes in Exbury,
East End Farm, Langley, Mopley Farm, and
WALKS
Badminston Common. This cycling route
is one of our favourites for exploring a
quieter, lesser known pocket of the New
& CYCLING
Forest. You’ll enjoy riding through light
woodlands, farmland and big sky country
as you venture along the gorgeous English
country lanes. Take a worthwhile diversion
ROUTES and little pitstop at Exbury Gardens or
Lepe Country Park.
Make the most of your time in the New Forest
National Park and explore the beautiful
surroundings by foot or on two wheels. Wander
off the beaten track and admire the unique
landscapes, or opt for a more tranquil stroll
and stop off for a spot of lunch with one of
our recommended walks or cycling routes.
FRITHAM WALK
SCAN
One of the most popular walks within
the New Forest with the chance of deer-
spotting along the way, this walk takes
you through three different enclosures and
& EXPLORE
across the open heath of Fritham plain. A
year-round highlight is looking north over
Island Thorns and Amberwood enclosures
on your way back. If you’ve seen Kevin
THE FOREST
Costner’s Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves,
you’ll recognise the view of
Sherwood Forest.
BEAULIEU - BUCKLERS HARD
TODAY!
This stretch of the Solent Way, which
follows a section of the South Coast,
offers two options: a riverside walk and a
woodland walk, meaning that you can take
one route there and another on the return
journey. Enjoy the tranquil views of the
Beaulieu River before reaching the scenic
maritime village of Bucklers Hard and
returning with a gentle woodland stroll.
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“Snowdrops are sitting peacefully below the trees,
crocuses are creeping up, welcoming yellows and buds
of green appear high in the trees and it’s clear, spring is
finally here. ”
BURSTING INTO COLOUR WELCOMING NEW LIFE
As the winter storms are forgotten By the time summer has come around,
and the grey skies of February clear, we see an abundance of new life
signs of new life start popping up bouncing around the forest; from
across the New Forest. By mid- gorgeous little foals skipping joyfully
February, Snowdrops are sitting across the heathlands and handsome
peacefully below the trees, covered calves grazing shyly by their mother’s
in raindrops and before you know side to little donkeys playing together
it crocuses are creeping up in excitedly and adorable fawns
reminiscent shades of purples, following the herd as they leap from
daffodils spread excitedly across the heath to meadow and beyond. You
forest in bright, welcoming yellows don’t have to go far to witness these
and buds of green appear high in the heart-warming sights here in the New
trees and it’s clear, spring is finally Forest. Our favourite place is Bolton’s
here. Bench in Lyndhurst, where you’re
sure to spot many of the above whilst
A SIGHT TO BE SEEN enjoying a family picnic.
As the days move on, getting just
that little bit warmer and a little bit TAKING TO THE SKIES
longer, enchanting little bluebells Taking to the skies throughout the
carpet the woodland floor, casting warmer months, perching upon the
an unmissable violet glow in an bright yellow gorse bushes and
incredible sweet-scented wildflower sweeping below the canopy of Great
spectacle - a sight and scent not to English Oaks, we have an incredible
be missed this April. and rare variety of birds migrating to
join us for the summer. Look out for
The best place to spot these beautiful Honey Buzzards, the rarest of them
flowers, is at Ivy Wood, just east all; Nightjars singing a familiar tune on
of Brockenhurst along the B3 55 warm summer evenings; Hawfinches
towards Beaulieu. You’ll need to park fluttering through the woodlands and
your car and look a little way into come morning Woodlarks singing a
the woods but when you spot them, beautiful fluty song.
you’ll be happy you made the trip.
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FOR YOUR
DIARY
Burley Manor
We’ll be raising a glass of our favourite Hambledon English sparkling
Keep an eye out for updates wine to celebrate English wine week, from 25th - 31st May.
on all our upcoming events:
burleymanor.com/whats-on
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FEEL LIKE HOME;
DAYS BEGIN
& END IN OUR
LUXURIOUS
ROOMS.
”
BURLEY MANOR
ROOMS FOR EVERY OCCASION
Come with us as we explore our beautiful boutique rooms and sumptuous spaces,
designed for pure escapism with a style for every occasion.
BURLEY SUITE DELUXE
These spacious rooms are designed to Sumptuous and peaceful, these rooms are
provide the up-most luxury, featuring a positioned in both the main house and
comfortable seating area, positioned to the garden wing, most benefitting from
make the most of the wonderful views idyllic views over the grounds and each
over the neighbouring deer park. Located complete with individual features, bold
in the garden wing, they also benefit from fabrics and unique character - Perfect
a private balcony - The ideal space for for peace seekers, escaping the hectic
ultimate relaxation retreats. everyday.
GARDEN SUITE CLASSIC
Get back to nature in one of our luxurious Far from standard, these rooms retain
garden suites, with plenty of space to curl many original features of the manor and
up with a book on the squashy sofas and have views towards the neighbouring deer
armchairs or take a seat on your private park and surrounding landscaped gardens
balcony to enjoy the stunning garden views, and feature a power shower and bath -
before sinking into sumptuous bedding for For the adventurers who wish to explore
a tranquil night’s sleep - Travelling with your during the day and return to us to relax in
best furry friend? These suites are made for the evening.
you.
SNUG
MANOR CROWN Instantly feel at home in our cosy double
Beautifully designed for indulgence and rooms with a simple, yet quirky design,
relaxation, a mix of modern comforts with creating a sense of luxury and warmth
antique furniture maintain the manors - Ideal for single travellers or couples
historic charm. Many of these rooms feature staying for a short break, providing an
a strikingly appointed bathroom, with intimate and calming space to unwind in
both a walk-in shower and roll top bath - A the main house.
great choice for luxury lovers and romantic
getaways.
Time-out to relax... Garden Suite
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GREEN NEW FOREST MARQUE
We pride ourselves on serving high-quality, delicious
and flavoursome food across all of our menus but we
are always cautious about exactly where our food
comes from, which is why we’re partners of the New
Forest Marque - Together our aim is to promote a
better way to eat, not just with us but at home too
by simply taking the time to find the most special
produce from a close a radius as possible.
LOOKING AFTER OUR LOCATION
Based at the heart of the New Forest National THE NEXT MILESTONE
Park, looking after our location is our number one We’re not just stopping there, we have some pretty big
priority which is why we strive to continually improve goals we want to meet over the next few years, from
and monitor our environmental performance and aiming to have all guest toiletries in 100% recycled
the impact we have, not only on our beautiful packaging by 2021, to increase our yearly donations
surroundings but on the planet too. as a company to our local green and environmental
causes and to work further on our rooms and suites to
reduce light & energy emission and hopefully exceed
ONE-STEP AT A TIME governments targets by doing so.
We started our green mission by taking small but
crucial steps in a greener direction – we’ve reduced
our plastic waste by simply switching from plastic
water bottles to re-usable glass bottles, we switched HOW CAN YOU HELP?
out all of our light-bulbs for energy saving bulbs using To help us take the next steps in a more sustainable
90% less energy, in each of our car parks you’ll find future for New Forest Hotels we need a little help from
complimentary electric car charging points and every you too! Meeting with us? You’ll find a collection of
single day we encourage our team members to be handy bins clearly labelled for your paper, plastic and
more mindful about their carbon footprint. general waste, this helps us sort it into the correct bins
at the end of the day.
WORKING WITH SUPPLIERS Staying overnight? Please remember to turn any lights
or appliances off if you’re not using them. Leaving
Being part of a collection of hotels and restaurants, a single light on overnight accounts for the same
we source as much as possible from across the South amount of energy as a car drive from Cambridge to
Coast and New Forest, so when it comes to partnering Paris.
with suppliers it’s safe to say we can be a little picky.
Our linen supplier, Clean Linen, has been accredited If you turn off the water while you brush your teeth,
and acknowledged for their leading initiatives within you could save up to 4 gallons a minute.
the hospitality industry by proving you can be green
and provide clean, great quality linens, towels and
sheets on demand, and we’re proud to support and If you re-use your towel just once, you could save
use them every day. enough water and power to make 11 cups of tea.
The Drift Inn
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“BEING BELIEVERS OF ‘FRIENDSHIPS GROW
BEST OUTSIDE’, WE’RE SO EXCITED TO
ANNOUNCE WARNER’S ‘OUTSIDE INN’
WILL BE COMING SOON TO THE DRIFT”
Artist impression
Proudly serving Warner’s at The Drift Inn & across our collection
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