Exploring our patch
Unearth the heart of the ancient New Forest
Tucked away...
You’re right in the heart of it at THE PIG, and within a short drive (or bicycle ride!) you’ll find stately homes, picturesque seaside towns and villages, wild horses and sailing. Being situated in the heart of the New Forest means there's plenty of the ancient woodland to explore on foot or bike, but there's still plenty to get up to at ours!
Wander through our flourishing kitchen gardens or kick back and relax over a glass (or two!), or why not even savour some al fresco dining courtesy of the wood-fired oven in the courtyard.
A gentle stroll down the gravel and brick path leads to further surprises tucked away in our garden! You’ll find our smoke house, Kitchen Garden, greenhouse, fruit cages and wild flower meadow orchard, as well as chickens and a paddock with our pigs!
Foraging in the New Forest with THE PIG’s expert forager!
The perfect time to try your hand at a spot of foraging is when you’re in the New Forest. If you're staying with us at THE PIG, come and join us and our local forager, Peter Studzinki, for a 2.5-3 hour course on all things foraging.
Where?
You will be taken on a walk through the New Forest for either some urban foraging, seashore foraging or wild mushroom hunting – depending on where is the best foraging spot that time of year! You will meet Peter at THE PIG, Brockenhurst, before heading to the forage location via your own transportation.
How much?
For 1-3 people, the course is priced at £240, however for groups of 4-6 the price will be £60 per person.
How to book:
To find out when the next foraging course is taking place, and to book your spot, please contact reception on 01590 622354 or email info@thepighotel.com.
Please note: this is a bespoke course for guests staying with us at THE PIG. Bookings must be made in a minimum of 3 days in advance, there is a 48-hour cancellation policy in place, and we will ask for a deposit when you book.
Happenings at THE PIG
Free Kitchen Garden Tours at THE PIGs
Join us on a PIG Kitchen Garden tour this spring
Every day this April, at 11am, our gardeners will be hosting a free Kitchen Garden tour across all our PIGs*. You don’t need to be staying with us to enjoy our Kitchen Garden tours (but we always love having you to sleep over!). It’s a great reason to make the most of the start of sunny afternoons and stay for a delicious piggy lunch afterwards!
*Excluding THE PIG-in the wall
Acoustic Sessions at THE PIGs
Rock up and chill out at your favourite PIG this summer!
If long lazy evenings with chilled acoustic music are your thing, we've got you covered! Join us across THE PIGs* for some live local music and plenty of outdoor feasting this summer. No need to book these events, just swing by – entry is free!
*Excluding THE PIG-in the wall
Food & Drink
There are plenty of great local spots to visit for a bite to eat and a glass of something chilled.
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The Haven, Lymington (6.8 miles)
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The Elderflower, Lymington (5.9 miles)
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East End Arms (7.8 miles)
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Hambledon Vineyard (40 miles)
Adventures on the South Coast
We love being by the sea and there is plenty to get up to by the coast.
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Solent Rib Charter (7.2 miles)
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Lymington Sea Water Baths (5.8 miles)
Explore our local patch
Explore the place we call home, there is a lot to get up to in the Forest.
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Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary (8.6 miles)
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New Forest Activities (4.4 miles)
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Sunnyfields Farm Shop (9.5 miles)
Fun days out in Hampshire
For those looking for some fun, here are our top recommendations.
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Beaulieu Motor Museum (12 miles)
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Long Down Dairy Farm (7.9 miles)
