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Lyndhurst and Brockenhurst: tips and FAQs
Consigli locali e domande frequenti
Consigli locali
Consigli per la visita
Use the car parks
Forestry England charges for its car parks from 20 April 2026; parking is allowed from 4am to 11pm. Do not park on verges or in gateways.
No more deer feeding at Bolderwood
Forestry England notes there is no longer a deer sanctuary or feeding station at Bolderwood, though you may still see deer in the woods.
Keep your distance
Do not feed or touch the ponies, keep dogs under close control, and give foals and protective mothers plenty of room.
Leave the barbecue at home
Fires and barbecues of any kind, including disposable ones, are banned on the open Forest.
FAQ
Domande frequenti
Where is Lyndhurst and Brockenhurst?
Lyndhurst and Brockenhurst is in The New Forest, England. The Forest's two main villages, the ornamental drives, the Knightwood Oak and the Rufus Stone. Nearby stops and stations include Brockenhurst, Ashurst New Forest, New Forest Breezer 86.
How long do I need in Lyndhurst and Brockenhurst?
A full day; add a second for cycling or the drives. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
Quali sono le attrazioni principali?
Highlights include New Forest Heritage Centre, Church of St Michael and All Angels, Lyndhurst, Bolton's Bench. See the Things to do page for more.
Come arrivare?
Nearby: Brockenhurst (South Western Railway and CrossCountry); Ashurst New Forest (South Western Railway); New Forest Breezer 86 (Bluestar bus). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.
Dove mangiare e bere?
We list 7 places to eat and drink in and around Lyndhurst and Brockenhurst, with filters to help you choose.
Dove dormire?
Segnaliamo 5 hotel e altre strutture nelle vicinanze. Disponibilità e prezzi vanno verificati direttamente con ciascuna struttura.
Is Lyndhurst and Brockenhurst accessible?
L'accessibilità varia a seconda della via, dell'edificio e della struttura. Consultare le informazioni sull'accessibilità di ciascuna attrazione o del gestore prima di partire.
While you are here
Things to see in Lyndhurst and Brockenhurst
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
Bolton's Bench
Small hill and viewpoint at the east end of Lyndhurst; local folklore says it was once the body of a dragon.
Rufus Stone
Marks the spot where, by tradition, King William II was killed by an arrow while hunting in 1100.
Furzey Gardens
Garden near Minstead with rare plants, hidden fairy doors and a tearoom; visits support people with neuro disabilities.
Crediti fotografici
- Burley: nick macneill, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Bolton's Bench: Malc McDonald, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Rufus Stone: David Hunt, Public domain, source
- Furzey Gardens: Gillian Moy, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Beaulieu and Lymington: Michael Garlick, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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