Best New Forest Pubs

Nestled between Hampshire and Wiltshire, the New Forest is one of the UK's most popular beauty spots. Whether you're heading to the area for a cosy staycation or a day of outdoor adventure, you'll be in need of a spot to refuel. If you're on the hunt for a Sunday roast, juicy burger or refreshing pint, check out our guide to the best pubs in the New Forest.

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Last updated on 1st November 2024




White Buck Inn

On the hunt for New Forest pubs and restaurants? Look no further than the White Buck Inn, a charming country house with a cosy restaurant and quaint rooms for overnight stays. Offering the perfect base for exploring, it transforms as dusk falls, with flickering candles and sumptuous cuisine taking centre stage.

The Mayflower

The mayflower can be found in the picturesque town of Lymington, named after the PS Mayflower, a paddle steamer built in 1866. This is a traditional British pub that oozes charm, fronting wooden beams, cosy leather booths and high ceilings.

There's always a selection of award-winning ales, beers and ciders on tap, and there's a tasty food menu up for grabs too. Think barbecue pulled pork burgers, chopped halloumi salad or beer-battered haddock and chips.

The High Corner Inn

Discover the charm of The High Corner Inn, a delightful 17th-century country pub nestled in the scenic New Forest. This welcoming spot offers delicious dishes made from local ingredients, including traditional Sunday roasts and hearty pub classics like beer-battered fish and chips.

With a spacious beer garden and outdoor play area for kids, it's the perfect destination for families and dog lovers alike. Enjoy award-winning Butcombe beers and unwind in one of their cosy rooms after a day of exploring.

Old Mill

A gorgeous riverside pub in the New Forest, Old Mill is the place to go for refreshing tipples and classic British fare. Though the interior is charming enough, the beaut beer garden is certainly a standout, plus this joint is home to a load of cosy rooms if you fancy staying the night.

Cromwell Arms

The Cromwell Arms is perched on the edge of the historic market town of Romsey and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of the week. This pretty spot is also home to 14 bedrooms, as well as a luscious garden, complete with pergolas and twinkling fairy lights.

The Swan, Lyndhurst

Enjoy a delicious bite to eat or a refreshing pint at The Swan, Lyndhurst, a cute and cosy pub that fronts rustic wooden beams, rich carpets and a beautiful beer garden. Friendly and local, it welcomes passersby to enjoy plates of cheesy truffle tiger fries (£8), Monterey Jack and bacon burgers (£15), plus drool-worthy Sunday roasts with all the trimmings.