A beautiful thatched pub set in the New Forest National Park serving up traditional British fare. You can often find wild animals such as ponies, cattle, pigs, and donkeys grazing outside! Dog-friendly. Find out more about The Royal Oak.
This family-run cheese and wine bar can be found in our nearest town, Ringwood. Look out for live music sessions run here from time to time. Find out more about The Cellar.
Upton Country Park, Poole (13 miles south west) has a Georgian Mansion and extensive grounds on the edge of Poole Harbour. With a botanical walled garden, miles of walking and cycling tracks plus a tearoom and free entry, it’s well worth a visit. (Dog friendly). Find out more about Upton Country Park.
Kingston Lacy (14 miles west) is a National Trust stately home and gardens with plenty of walks and a cafe. (Dog friendly). Famous for its snowdrops and bluebell displays in the wider Kingston Lacy estate. Find out more about Kingston Lacy.
An outdoor activity centre, near Fordingbridge offering archery, axe throwing, crossbows and more. All with expert tuition. Dogs on leads are welcome. Pre-booking essential. Find out more about Insight Activities.
Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (16 miles south west) in New Milton has a world class collection of restored motorbikes. Find out more about the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum.
Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (17 miles north west) covers 380 square miles of scenic countryside in Dorset, Wiltshire, Hampshire and Somerset. The area is an International Dark Sky Reserve with numerous cycling and walking routes. Find out more about the Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Old Wardour Castle (27 miles north west) was once a lavish home that was destroyed in the English Civil War. Dogs are welcome on a lead. English Heritage members are free. Find out more about Old Wardour Castle. Image courtesy of VisitWiltshire.
Wilton House (24 miles north) is a magnificent, beautifully restored country house and gardens set in landscaped parkland just outside Salisbury, home to the earls of Pembroke. You may recognise it from its appearance in Bridgerton. (Assistance dogs only in the house and grounds.) Find out more about Wilton House.
Tolpuddle Martyrs (24 miles south west). This Dorset village commemorates the farm labourers who were arrested for forming a trade union in 1834 and transported to Australia, leading to the foundation of trade unions. There is a walking trail around the village, a museum and an annual festival in the summer. Find out more about…
