The Pursuit of Escapism: Autumn Events in Beaulieu

It needn’t be a daydream, this autumn consider a short break in the New Forest, whether you’re thinking of a spontaneous break for two, or an October half-term getaway with the family, there are plenty of events coming up in and around Beaulieu this autumn so you can decide whether it’ll be a jam-packed weekend away or a relaxing retreat.

Top of the things to do in Beaulieu list is to simply walk with autumn; the best way to enjoy the season’s beautiful transformation. If you’re bringing your four-legged friend with you to our dog-friendly hotel then consider The Great Beaulieu Dog Walk on the 23rd October. Starting from The Montagu Arms Hotel, it will take you to the historic Buckler’s Hard after complimentary tea, coffee and dog treats to start the day.

Pumpkins are a heartwarming symbol of autumn, and of course they also signify the approach of Halloween!

Enjoy a family-friendly break this autumn half-term and plan some Halloween fun. Exbury is celebrating in true spooky style with their Ghost Train from the 28^th October, as well as pumpkin carving, face painting and the intriguing Gruesome Garden Trail.

The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu is also pulling out all the stops this October half-term with their Hunt for Ghostly Ghouls, Potion Making, Spooky Ghost Stories and a Scarecrow Scramble – be sure to stop for a hot chocolate in the middle of the fun too!

But if carving pumpkins isn’t quite your thing, how about a Halloween Pumpkin Hunt around our Beaulieu hotel gardens, solving riddles as you go to win a treat, or perhaps testing your Halloween knowledge and raising money for charity at Monty's Spooktacular Halloween Quiz, in aid of Hospitality Action and The Bumblebee Trust. Tickets are £14 per person and include dinner of Thai Green Curry, entry into the quiz and your donation to the charity.

If autumn for you means seeking the ultimate escape and staying cosy, choose comfort, relaxation and fine food - come inside and indulge your inner foodie. Have you thought of a dining break at our Hampshire hotel? Check in to a home from home, welcoming you with traditional country comforts to simply relax into a weekend centred around fine gourmet experiences, whether you’re drawn to The Terrace for the best of British dining and inspired forest-to-fork dishes, or our country pub, Monty’s Inn, for its hearty plates and classic flavours.

Perhaps the sweet-toothed require something a little more indulgent this autumn; another top thing to do in Beaulieu during your short break is to sit down to our wonderful Festive Afternoon Tea, available from the 9^th of November. With all the deliciousness of our classic afternoon tea plus a delightful sprinkling of festive glitz. Served over three tiers, our afternoon tea comes with dainty finger sandwiches, delicate pastries, warm scones fresh from the oven, and lashings of homemade strawberry preserve and clotted cream.