Why Winter Is A Great Time For A New Forest Getaway

Discover the New Forest in winter

Our beautiful New Forest National Park is not only a summer tourist spot. Every month brings with it something new and in the winter the pace slows and we welcome a little more hibernation. Rain drops, carpets of snow, glistening frosts and crisp blue sky days. Our homely hotel hideaway invites you to enjoy traditional country charm during the winter months, when you can step out without the crowds, stay in and get snuggly when it’s time to rest and relax, and adventure your way.

Enjoy local attractions without the queues; the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, is a great day out, whether you’re a motoring enthusiast or not. Not only are there more than 285 vehicles on display, Palace House offers a fascinating step back in time, Beaulieu Abbey invites you to walk in the footsteps of medieval monks and the peaceful grounds and gardens are a delight to wander whatever the weather.

If you are a lover of all things motoring, there are events year-round so why not plan your new Forest getaway around your day out at Beaulieu?

Getaway for gourmet greatness

January is the time to nourish the body; our countryside restaurants embrace, aptly named, forest-to-fork dining, welcoming you to sit down to thoughtfully prepared, seasonal dishes made from home or locally grown or produced ingredients as far as possible.

Whether you wish to dine in The Terrace, our wood-panelled dining room showcasing our House Menu, or our village pub, Monty’s Inn which is perfect for those looking for relaxed family lunches, or family-friendly dinners to refuel after a day of exploration.

A warming Sunday lunch on a cold winter’s day just feels right. Don’t leave without sampling the House Sunday Lunch Menu, featuring locally source delights like the Hay smoked Hampshire Venison, Maple cured Chalk stream trout or Isle of Wight Blue cheese from The Isle of Wight Cheese Company.

Banish the blues

Winter can be a tough time for many, especially those affected by S.A.D (Seasonal Affective Disorder). If January for you is an uphill slog that has you wishing the winter away, make it your mission to mix things up. You needn’t push through the January blues, it’s time to enjoy this beautiful time of year, which for you may mean breaking it up. Book something to look forward to, a short Hampshire break or weekend away for two.

Give yourself time to discover deep relaxation and a chance to get outside and recalibrate. January is a wonderful time to explore, even on the coldest days. Wrap up and walk through an ancient forest and find calmness in nature - being exposed to as much natural daylight as possible through the winter months can be hugely beneficial for mental wellbeing. Experienced guide Marcus at Wild New Forest shares one of the best ways you can enjoy the New Forest this winter.

Have you heard about our Wild New Forest Break… A chance not only to visit our National Park but truly experience it, up close and personal during your stay at our Hampshire hotel. A break for those who wish to get back to the beauty of nature, an exclusive package created in partnership with Wild New Forest.

Book Spa time

If there’s one way to enhance a relaxing short New Forest break, it’s to venture just 6 miles to our sister hotel, Careys Manor, where you can find warmth in the sanctuary that is the five bubble spa, SenSpa. Peruse the list of treatments to find just what your mind and body needs this winter; ease tension in the luxurious thermal rooms or join a yoga class to reset and rejuvenate.

Have you experienced an authentic Thai massage? A powerful and restorative massage that works to release stress through gentle, rhythmic manipulation.

Find adventure

If adventure is your motivator as we step into the new year, it’s time to experience an action-packed weekend away in the New Forest. Hike, bike, paddle, horse ride, run, yoga or swim. The New Forest National Park is a hub of activity and our hotel will be your base of operations when its time to recline and dine.

The New Forest’s abundant wildlife and miles of forest trails are enough to excite any explorer, whilst our country hotel’s proximity to the sea is a delightful surprise for our bold wild swimmers or sea kayakers.

Don’t let the idea of January hold you back. Whether you struggle at this time of year or simply think the boost of having a break away booked will help you enjoy the winter days. January in the New Forest is a wonderful time to get out and enjoy wintery walks, to nourish the soul with unforgettable dining and restore and rejuvenate the body through the activities you love or through deep relaxation.